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Orthodontic FAQ

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Do You Charge For An Initial Visit?

No. As a courtesy to you and your family dentist, we will always discuss the feasibility of braces or tooth straightening without charging a fee for the initial consultation.

At What Age Do You Start Seeing Patients?

As a rule of thumb, we like to evaluate young patients after the 6-year molars erupt and the front permanent teeth just start to appear. This is usually between the ages of 6 and 8. The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that all children be seen for the first time by age 7.

Why Do You Evaluate Patients So Young?

The purpose of early evaluation is to inform and observe, more than to start treatment. At this early age, the eventual needs may be identified and discussed. A small percentage of this young group may need some form of intervention. Habits are evaluated, medical issues are discussed and an observation schedule is arranged until the patient is ready to begin treatment.

How Long Will The First Visit Take?

The first visit can last anywhere between 30 minutes and 1 hour depending on how ready the patient is for treatment. We may just do a visual exam and explain the situation or we may suggest one or more X-rays and complete diagnostics including impressions of the teeth with photographs to document the current position.

Do You Take Patients Transferring From Out Of Town?

Yes, we do. We handle a patient transferring into our office from another city just like a new patient. We gather complete diagnostic records to show the current status and propose treatment to complete the work that has been started.

Do You Have Any Adult Patients?

Absolutely. A growing percentage of our patients are adults. New, more cosmetic appliances are making adult treatment much more comfortable and convenient. Learn more here.

What Is The Difference Between An Orthodontist And A Dentist?

An orthodontist is a general dentist that has had at least 2 more years of full-time training in orthodontics resulting in a nationally accepted specialty certificate. The orthodontist then limits their practice to straightening teeth and dentofacial orthopedics.

Can I Make All My Appointments In The Afternoon After School And Late In The Day?

In order to have early and late appointments available for the majority of patient appointments, some procedures need to be accomplished during the hours of 9 and 3. We will do our best to work with your schedules and accommodate your family’s needs.

Do You See Patients For Emergencies?

Yes, our contact information for an emergency is posted on the website. Feel free to visit our emergency care page for more information.

Can We Make Payments?

Yes.  Whether or not you have insurance or a dental plan, we will structure a convenient payment plan that will allow you to pay for orthodontic services over a period of time that usually coincides with your treatment plan. 

How Do You Handle Insurance?

After verification of coverage, we will agree to bill and collect from an insurance carrier. However, we ask patients to understand that if coverage ceases or changes, the patient is still responsible for the agreed-upon fee.

Do You Take American Express, Master Card, And/Or Visa?

Yes, we accept all major credit cards.

Do You Have Direct Debit?

Yes, we have arrangements for direct debit, charge card posting, as well as payments over the internet.

Do You Charge Interest?

No, we do not.

Do You Give Family Discounts?

We have special programs and fees for multiple patients from the same family.

Do Retainers Need To Be Worn After Braces?

Yes, retainers are worn full-time for about 6 months followed by nighttime wear indefinitely.

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We are passionate about serving our patients with the highest level of care possible. Check out what our patients are saying about their 5-star experience with us!

Kate S.
Great experience all the way through. Dr. Stoner and staff are knowledgeable, friendly and helpful!
Michelle B.
My son and I both are patients here and have had the best results! They made my Invisalign journey a breeze and I’m very happy with my new smile. Highly recommend!
Carrie R.
Dr. Stoner and staff were excellent. I got Invisalign and they were patient and thorough throughout the whole process. I appreciate their care so much I even sent my son to them for his braces. Highly recommend.
Nat C.
Amazing work!! You will love your smile😁🩷🩷
Amy S.
Very friendly and attentive staff! I would recommend their orthodontic services to anyone!
Hailey K.
The best ever!! Dr Stoner is always amazing. All the girls here are the sweetest ever! I recommend them to everyone!
Kim “Kim K.
Hands down the best in the state of NC. My almost 5 year experience. The staff is amazing and always go above and beyond to make sure not only your smile is gonna be amazing but also your overall dental care is taken care by partnering with your dentist. I can’t say enough about Dr. Stoner and the amazing staff. Wish i could give them 100/100.
Gentle G.
I recently completed my braces treatment with Robert Stoner, and I absolutely love my smile! From start to finish, my experience was excellent. Dr. Stoner and his team were always professional, kind, and patient. They explained everything clearly and made sure I was comfortable at every visit.

The office runs smoothly, appointments were always on time, and the staff made me feel welcome at every step. The results speak for themselves I couldn’t be happier with how my smile turned out!

If you’re thinking about getting braces, I highly recommend Robert Stoner and his team. They truly care about their patients and the results.
Jean B.
I searched until I found this group of angels at Stoner Orthodontics. I started with braces and was very conscious being an 'older' adult but Dr. Stoner and staff are the best at making everyone feel comfortable. The entire experience was great from start to finish and now I would recommend them to the world as the BEST in this business.!!! I can now SMILE with confidence!!
Thanks everyone!!!
beth H.
Can’t say enough about or experience at Stoner Orthodontics! They are so easy to work with and their customer service is amazing!
Krystal M.
Staff was very helpful and working with my schedule. Thank you, Dr. Stoner for making Camdens teeth perfect. Camden smiles more now.
Abby L.
they were so so kind and amazing and very helpful!!
Adriane H.
Today I officially graduated from wearing my retainers. I had a wonderful journey with the whole team. I laughed and had a great time with all the ladies and Dr Stoner. They made me feel comfortable each visit. And I walked away with a beautiful smile!. Thank you to the whole staff for being so awesome!.
Jallon T.
My second time getting braces here and it went amazing! Thank you ! For making my smile perfect again
Emily F.
Working with Dr Stoner and his staff has been a wonderful experience.
The staff has been so kind and so well organized. Dr Stoner was great to explain each process and the outcome of treatment is what we hoped for and more!
Would recommend to anyone anytime to come here!!!
Andrea M.
Very professional and kind. Made my invisalign journey easy.
Valencia H.
I had such a great experience! The entire team is awesome and so happy with my new smile!
Samuel C.
Very nice and supportive people very glad I got my braces done here never felt better
Amber C.
I absolutely love this place. The staff is amazing. Shout out to Leslee for taking care of me, and Lindsey for keeping up with the progress! I came into the office to get my teeth straighter and to loose my gap and Stoner and his team has not disappointed at all. Highly recommend
Amy Q.
We have been at this practice for 10 years with four children. I couldn't imagine being anywhere else for our family's orthodontic treatment. The staff is phenomenal and the care is second to none!! Our smiles say it all!
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We have two locations conveniently located in the Greensboro area. We look forward to meeting you and your family soon!

GREENSBORO

  • 1304 Beaman Place Greensboro, NC 27408

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  • 6161 Lake Brandt Rd. Suite D Greensboro, NC 27455

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Tuesday7:30am – 4:30pm
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