So you’re in active orthodontic treatment at the halfway mark to your beautiful new smile. You’ve gotten to know your orthodontist and team, but suddenly, you’re moving.
Maybe you got a new job opportunity, or maybe you’re starting the next phase of your life in New York City. Whatever the reason may be, now you have to find a new orthodontist to continue your treatment.
Is it possible to switch orthodontists before your braces or Invisalign® treatment is complete? Here’s everything you need to know.
Can I change orthodontists?
The answer is yes, you can switch your orthodontist during treatment. Life happens!
People relocate. Orthodontic transfers happen all the time.
At Fellow Orthodontist, we’ve had the opportunity to treat many patients who transferred from another orthodontist. Patients have called us asking, “what if I’m moving and I already have braces?” We help these patients transfer to our conveniently-located, modern orthodontist office in Manhattan.
We’ve also treated patients who were not happy with their orthodontic treatment prior to starting treatment with us. Dr. Lin, our board-certified orthodontist, creates personalized treatment plans for these patients and delivers exceptional results.
How to Change Orthodontists: Step by Step
Switching orthodontists mid-treatment can be done in a few steps. We’ll help you cover all of your bases, from informing your old orthodontist to preparing your new orthodontist, to ensure a smooth transfer process during treatment.
1. Inform your orthodontist.
Let your orthodontist know as soon as you find out that you have to relocate to a new orthodontist. The sooner your orthodontist knows, the sooner he or she is able to prepare necessary information for your new orthodontist.
If you paid-in-full for treatment, the financial coordinator may have to configure a plan to provide you with a refund. It’s important to allow your orthodontist enough time to prepare for your transfer.
2. Search for orthodontists in your new area.
Grab your phone and do a quick search for an “orthodontist near me.” If you live in Manhattan, New York City, or any surrounding areas, we encourage you to request your consultation with Dr. Lin and our team, of course.
While you’re searching for practices near you, check out their Google reviews to learn more about their patient experience. Are the majority of the reviews positive? Fellow Orthodontist has over 100 5-star Google reviews!
3. Pick the right orthodontist for you.
Assess each practice’s website. Is it up-to-date? Does it have the resources you’re looking for? Do they have patient photos showcasing their work? Check out their doctor’s page; do they have the experience you’re looking for? The practice’s online presence should be indicative of their patient experience.
Do they provide the type of treatment you’re looking for? Do they offer aesthetic, invisible treatment options (like BRIUS® or Invisalign®)? What is their patient experience like? Do they offer convenient virtual care and personalize the entire treatment experience to meet their patients’ needs? (We sure do.)
And most importantly, does your new orthodontist accept transfer patients? Give them a call to find out. We happily accept transfer patients and will support you through the process for a smooth transition.
How much does it cost to change orthodontists?
There shouldn’t be a cost associated with changing orthodontists. However, if you paid in full for your current treatment plan, you will have to work with your treatment coordinator to configure a refund.
Once you visit a new orthodontist who performs a full assessment of your smile, that orthodontist will create a treatment plan to pick up where your last orthodontist left off. You’ll then work out a payment plan to cover the cost of your remaining treatment.
Please note that the cost of treatment varies from office to office and the estimated treatment fee for your remaining treatment will depend on your current treatment status. This will be determined on a case by case basis. Our consultations include a comprehensive exam and only cost $95 (but they’re valued at $400!)
We support our military.
If you’re in the military, thank you for your service. We’d be honored to serve you. Our team understands the challenges that our military patients face and the flexibility they require throughout treatment.
We’ll help you make a smooth orthodontic transfer, whether you begin treatment with us and have to transfer to another orthodontist mid-treatment, or you make a transfer to our location mid-treatment. Either way, we’re here to support you in managing your transfer with minimal stress.
Are you in need of a new orthodontist?
If you’re looking for “orthodontists that accept transfer patients near me”, we’d love to meet you! Our team at Fellow Orthodontist in Union Square, Manhattan, is more than happy to accept you and continue your journey to a beautiful new smile.
- We provide advanced, truly-invisible BRIUS® braces, Invisalign clear aligners, Iconix® champagne-gold braces, clear braces and metal braces.
- Find out what sets us apart from other orthodontists.
- Learn more about our accomplished board-certified orthodontist, Dr. Lin.
- See our flexible treatment pricing.
- Read through our patient reviews!
- See some of our beautiful smiles. (All portraits are real patient smile transformations at Fellow Orthodontist, and all portrait photography is the work of Dr. Lin!)
And finally, book your consultation with us. Our team will guide you through the process to ensure a smooth and seamless transition. We’ll help you get all of your ducks in a row.
Schedule your in-office consultation at our Union Square, Manhattan, orthodontist office; start from home with a Zoom consultation first, or send us a text for an assessment.
