Your Smile Journey Starts Here
At Degenhardt Orthodontics, Dr. Steve and our friendly team in Birmingham and Milford are dedicated to helping you achieve your best smile.
Your first visit is a free, no-pressure consultation designed to get to know you, review your oral health, and explore personalized treatment options.
We’ll answer your questions, explain the process, and make sure you leave feeling informed, comfortable, and excited about your smile journey.
Before Your Visit
Before your visit, we will send your health history forms to your phone and email, verify your insurance benefits, and contact your dentist for relevant X-rays to minimize radiation exposure in our office.
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Make Yourself at Home
From the moment you arrive, you can expect a warm, inviting welcome, a comfortable waiting area, and minimal wait times – making your visit as pleasant and stress-free as possible."
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Take a Tour
During your tour of our state-of-the-art office, our friendly, expert team will show you around and explain how everything works.
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Digital Imaging
To ensure the most accurate and thorough care, our office uses advanced imaging technology, including digital X-rays and intraoral scanners, to capture detailed diagnostic records. If any information is not available from your dentist, we will take X-rays, scans, or photos here in our office—helping us create a complete picture of your oral health while minimizing radiation exposure.
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Orthodontic Exams
During your visit, you’ll receive a comprehensive oral exam with Dr. Steve. He’ll likely share a cheesy joke or two — he genuinely enjoys getting to know you and making you feel at ease.
During the exam, he will carefully evaluate your bite, how it compares to .an ideal bite for your age, and what it might take to achieve the best results for your smile
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Custom Treatment Plan
After the exam, Dr. Steve will review your diagnostic records and discuss a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs. He takes the time to answer all your questions and ensures you fully understand the journey ahead, so you feel confident and informed every step of the way.
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Going Over the Details
After reviewing your personalized treatment plan, our team will help you schedule your next appointment to get started. We’ll go over the overall cost, estimated length of treatment, and flexible financing options, so you know exactly what to expect.
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Next Steps
Once you’ve reviewed all the details of your personalized treatment plan, our team will help you schedule your next appointment to begin treatment. We’ll make sure the timing works for your schedule and answer any remaining questions, so you can start your smile journey with confidence and ease.
Our goal is to make the process smooth, stress-free, and easy to plan — so you can focus on starting your journey to an amazing smile!