Wu Orthodontics
Orthodontist Eric Wu, DMD
Diplomate, American Board of Orthodontics

1865 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306

P. (650) 322-0288
F. (650) 322-0488
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Adult Health History Form

Child Health History Form

Patient Fun Facts

Hours of Operation Costs/Fees Insurance

What to Expect at your First Appointment
Getting Braces at Wu Orthodontics

It is our aim to provide our patients and their families with state-of-the-art orthodontic care. Your first visit with us will include a complimentary orthodontic evaluation that includes:

Filling out your complete dental and medical history forms
A comprehensive soft tissue, skeletal and dental evaluation
Three extra-oral photographs
Five intra-oral photographs

Once Dr. Wu has evaluated your dental/medical history forms and completed your orthodontic exam, he will provide you with an orthodontic consultation to go over your estimated treatment plan and payment options.

What to bring with you to your first appointment?

When you arrive for your first appointment, please make sure you have these things:

Your completed Health History Forms

Your completed Patient Fun Facts form

Your insurance card, and any additional insurance information you might need

A recent panoramic radiograph or full mouth x-rays from your dentist (if available)

The importance of regular check-ups

Visiting the orthodontist regularly is an important part of your orthodontic treatment.

Wu Orthodontics’ regular office hours are Monday through Friday, 8am – 5pm (with special hours on holidays).

Orthodontic appointments are scheduled 4 to 8 weeks apart. Your first appointment to get your braces put on will take about 1 – 2 hours; and, your reoccurring check-up appointments will take about 20 – 40 minutes.

At Wu Orthodontics we make every effort to be on time for our patients, and we ask that you extend to us the same courtesy. If you are running late, or cannot make an appointment, please let us know as soon as possible. Missed appointments may be rescheduled, so please contact our practice if you need to change your appointment day or time.

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Should I still see my dentist during my treatment?

The answer is simple – YES! Before beginning your orthodontic treatment we recommend that you schedule an appointment for a dental check-up. Your dentist can make sure that you have no cavities and that your gums are healthy and free from any signs of periodontal disease.

Throughout your orthodontic treatment is important to continue seeing your dentist every six months for teeth cleanings and to make sure your teeth and gums are in good health.

Convenient Payment Options

Cost of Braces

The cost of your orthodontic treatment depends on the severity of your case and the amount of time it takes for your treatment to be completed. We will discuss all of your costs and payment options with you before your treatment begins.

Our payment plans are designed to be convenient and affordable for all of our patients. We offer a variety of options to fit a variety of budgets; including, a no-down-payment option. We also accept coverage from most insurance plans, and we'll take care of all the necessary paperwork from your insurance company for you.

Orthodontic Payment Plans

We have established the following financial policy in an effort to keep your fees low and your costs to a minimum throughout your entire orthodontic treatment:

We accept most major credit cards, including: VISA, MASTERCARD, AMERICAN EXPRESS.
We offer automatic deductions for your monthly payments.
We offer third party financing.

Insurance

If you have insurance coverage, we can help you determine what portion of your insurance is available for your orthodontic treatment. We ask that you please assign your insurance benefits to yourself.

The balance will be arranged for you to pay based on our office payment plans. Professional care is provided to you, our patient, and not to an insurance company; therefore, the insurance company is responsible to the patient and the patient is responsible to the doctor. We will help in every way that we can to properly file your claim and handle any insurance questions from your provider in-office, and on your behalf.

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