You deserve the amazing smile you've always wanted.
We will help you find the treatment option that works best for you.
Our initial consultations are complimentary and last about 45 minutes. During that visit, our staff will acclimate you to our office and take a digital X-ray to ensure proper diagnosis. Dr. Desh will then perform a comprehensive exam and explain how we can give you a beautiful smile.
If you or your child can potentially benefit from orthodontic treatment, we will be happy to schedule a smile consultation for you. Simply call our office at 562-283-6590 or fill out our appointment request form online. When you call to schedule your appointment, our front office staff will request some basic information from you.
Your smile is an investment that lasts a lifetime, so we want to make it as easy as possible for you to receive treatment at our office.
We offer automatic payments (ACH) as a convenience for you and your family. We encourage eco-friendly, paperless billing.
Our practice works with most major insurance plans (we accept all PPO insurance plans.) If you have insurance that covers any portion of your orthodontic treatment, our amazing staff will file all claims and conduct follow up correspondence as needed.
Spencer P.
“Dr. Desh is bright, energetic, fun and extremely talented at what she does!!”
Kristin M.
“Heather is a top notch orthodontist and a great person. She is friendly and wants the best for your children! You won’t regret going to her for your whole family’s ortho needs!”
Sandra C.
“Dr. Desh is phenomenal and great at what she does, I highly recommend her for orthodontic treatment. She is truly a life changer and makes you feel more confident with your smile.”
Mana S.
“Dr. Desh is a compassionate, brilliant, and talented orthodontist. I’d entrust the orthodontic care of my patients, friends and family to her.”
Frank B.
“Dr. Desh is a fantastic orthodontist! Her warm manner and clear explanations help make visits easy and pleasant.”
An orthodontist is a dentist who has specialized only in orthodontic treatment and in addition to dental school, has completed at least two years of a full time Orthodontic Residency program that is accredited by the American Dental Association. An orthodontist is trained to perform orthodontic treatment to a very high standard and understands the growth and development of the jaws and face of children, in addition to the complexities of adult treatment (multiple restored teeth, missing teeth, periodontal concerns, etc).
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an orthodontic screening as early as age 7. By this age, several permanent teeth in most children have erupted, allowing us to effectively evaluate your orthodontic condition and determine if any severe issues exist that necessitate early (Phase I) treatment. Once all of your permanent teeth have erupted, however, any time is a good time to schedule a complimentary smile evaluation!
It is impossible to give an exact cost for treatment until we have examined you. We will cover the exact cost and financial options during the initial examination. We have many financing options available to accommodate your needs, and we will review these with you. We will also review your insurance policy and help to maximize your benefit and file your claims.
Appointments are scheduled according to each patient’s needs. Most patients in braces will be seen every 6 to 8 weeks. If there are specific situations that require more frequent monitoring, we will schedule appointments accordingly.
A surprising percentage of our patients are adults. In fact, 25 percent of all orthodontic patients are adults and that number increases every year, particularly with the esthetic treatment options now available. Health, happiness and self-esteem are vitally important to adults. No patient is “too old” to wear braces!
