Your Lubbock Orthodontist

How orthodontists and dentists differ

While orthodontists and dentists have similar backgrounds, the two professions are actually quite different. In fact, all orthodontist are trained as dentists first, but in addition to completing dental school to become a dentist, orthodontists continue their education for a few additional years to earn the license and certification necessary to be considered an orthodontist. That means that orthodontists have spent years studying nothing but how and why to move teeth. That education includes what to do, how to plan and how to execute the appropriate treatment plan for patients' unique cases.

Why seeing an orthodontist matters

If you're hoping to achieve a beautiful, straight forever smile, it’s important to see an experienced orthodontist to guide your journey. Our orthodontist in Lubbock TX has advanced training to diagnose and treat even complex orthodontic cases. While dentists receive basic orthodontic training, they typically focus on procedures like root canals, wisdom teeth extractions, and early care for children who may not yet need an orthodontist.

Seeing your Lubbock orthodontist may change your experience in braces by:

• • • • Providing additional treatment options.

     

     

 

 

• • • • Giving you more efficient treatment and visits, because it is the office's primary area of care.

     

     

 

 

• • • • Knowing that you'll receive the best possible outcome on your treatment plan, especially if you have severe bite problems that need to be addressed.

     

     

 

 

• • • • Personal experience treating multiple cases that share your unique concerns

     

     

 

 

• • • • Being seen more quickly, as a family dentist will be focused on longer patient cases or emergencies throughout the day.

     

     

 

 

• • • • You may think it's easier to have your orthodontic work completed by your dentist. Convenience shouldn't be a concern, because you will only be stopping by your Lubbock orthodontist's offices every six to eight weeks.

     

     

 

And don't let price be a problem either! Farnsworth Family Orthodontics is proud to provide affordable treatment in the Lubbock area.