Orthodontics
Comprehensive Orthodontic Care for Healthy, Confident Smiles
At Reichheld Ting Orthodontics, orthodontics is about much more than straight teeth. Our personalized treatment plans are designed to improve bite function, support healthy jaw development, enhance facial balance, and create smiles that last a lifetime. Whether you're seeking treatment for your child, teenager, or yourself, our experienced team combines advanced technology with decades of orthodontic expertise to deliver exceptional results.
As a family-owned, three-generation practice serving Acton, Billerica, Lowell, Westford & Chelmsford we provide customized orthodontic solutions for every stage of life. Learn more about Dr. Tim Reichheld and our commitment to patient-centered orthodontic care.
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What Is Orthodontics?
Orthodontics is a specialized area of dentistry focused on diagnosing, preventing, and treating problems involving tooth alignment, bite function, and jaw development.
Proper orthodontic treatment can help:
Straighten crooked teeth, improve bite alignment and enhance facial balance
Support healthier jaw development and make teeth easier to clean
Improve long-term oral health and increase confidence when smiling
Every smile is unique, which is why we create personalized treatment plans based on your individual needs and goals.
What Can Orthodontic Treatment Correct?
Orthodontic treatment addresses many common concerns that affect both appearance and oral function.
These include:
Crowded teeth, Gaps between teeth
Overbites, underbites, crossbites, and open bites
Rotated teeth, Jaw alignment concerns and impacted teeth
Improper tooth eruption
Treating these issues early can often reduce wear on teeth, improve chewing efficiency, and promote better long-term oral health.
If you're unsure whether orthodontic treatment is right for you, visit our Orthodontic Help page for additional information.
Our Orthodontic Treatment Options
We offer a complete range of orthodontic solutions designed to meet the needs of children, teens, and adults.
Braces
Our Braces remain one of the most effective ways to treat simple and complex orthodontic concerns.
Treatment options include:
Modern braces are smaller, more comfortable, and more efficient than ever before.
Invisalign®
As a Blue Diamond Invisalign Provider, Reichheld Ting Orthodontics has extensive experience treating patients with clear aligners.
Invisalign offers:
- Nearly invisible treatment
- Removable aligners
- Comfortable tooth movement
- No food restrictions
- Excellent results for teens and adults
Many patients are surprised to learn that Invisalign can successfully treat many orthodontic cases that once required traditional braces.
Orthodontic Appliances
Specialized Orthodontic Appliances can play an important role in early orthodontic treatment.
These may include:
- Palatal expanders
- Habit appliances
- Space maintainers
- Growth-guiding appliances
- Retainers
These devices help support healthy jaw development while creating space for permanent teeth.
Early Orthodontic Care for Children
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children receive their first orthodontic evaluation by The American Association of Orthodontists recommends children receive their first orthodontic evaluation by age 7.
An early evaluation allows our orthodontists to monitor growth and determine whether Phase 1 Orthodontics may help:
Guide jaw development
Create room for permanent teeth
Correct developing bite concerns
Reduce the need for more extensive treatment later
Many children simply require observation, while others benefit from beginning treatment at the ideal stage of development.
Orthodontic Treatment for Teens and Adults
Orthodontic care isn't just for children.
Many teens and adults choose orthodontic treatment to improve their smile, bite, and oral health.
Our treatment options are designed to fit every lifestyle, whether you prefer:
Traditional braces
Clear ceramic braces
Invisalign clear aligners
We'll help you choose the treatment that best fits your goals and daily routine.
Airway-Focused Orthodontics
At Reichheld Ting Orthodontics, we understand the important relationship between jaw development, facial growth, and healthy breathing.
For appropriate patients, especially growing children, our Airway Orthodontics approach evaluates:
Jaw development
Airway concerns
Mouth breathing
Facial growth
Bite development
By identifying concerns early, we can often support healthier development while creating beautiful, functional smiles.
What to Expect During Treatment
Every orthodontic journey begins with a personalized consultation.
Your treatment may include:
Digital scans and diagnostic imaging
Comprehensive orthodontic evaluation
Customized treatment planning
Active orthodontic treatment
Regular progress visits
Retainers to maintain your results
Using advanced digital technology, we create precise treatment plans without messy impressions, making your orthodontic experience more comfortable from the very beginning.
Why Choose Reichheld Ting Orthodontics?
Families throughout the region have trusted our practice for generations because we provide:
- More than 50 years of orthodontic excellence
- Three generations of family-owned care
- Blue Diamond Invisalign Provider expertise
- Advanced digital scanning technology
- Same-day treatment starts when appropriate
- Complimentary consultations
- Flexible, interest-free financing
- Four convenient office locations
- A friendly, experienced orthodontic team
Our focus is on providing personalized care while helping every patient achieve a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime.
Frequently Asked Questions
Orthodontics is the dental specialty focused on correcting problems involving tooth alignment, bite function, and jaw development using braces, Invisalign, and other specialized appliances.
Possibly. Some patients have bite or jaw alignment concerns that aren't immediately visible. A complimentary consultation allows us to evaluate your overall orthodontic health.
No. We provide orthodontic treatment for children, teens, and adults. In fact, many of our patients are adults seeking healthier, more confident smiles.
No. You can schedule a consultation directly with Reichheld Ting Orthodontics without a referral.
Treatment costs vary depending on your specific needs. During your complimentary consultation, we'll explain your treatment options, review insurance benefits, and discuss our flexible financing options, including interest-free payment plans.
Schedule Your Complimentary Orthodontic Consultation
Whether you're considering braces, Invisalign, or an orthodontic evaluation for your child, our experienced team is here to help.
Schedule your free consultation at Reichheld Ting Orthodontics today. We'll evaluate your smile, answer your questions, and create a personalized treatment plan designed to help you achieve healthy, lasting results.