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At Bates Orthodontics, we’re reimagining orthodontic care. We are committed to outrageous quality with exceptional service – but don’t just take our word for it.

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These Kind Words Make Our Day

We work hard to make our patients happy and these words affirm the work we put in each day. We hope they show the many different aspects we consider when working with patients including quality care, patient experience, and excellent results.

Average Rating: 5.0 stars (based on 4,194 ratings)

We were referred by my dentist, Faryl Hart for vraces. I can’t say enough nice things about this place. There

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Sarah West

Great experience, Dr. Bates is very professional, very detailed in answers for all of my questions.

Sue Beckman

I had my teeth whitened and loved the outcome! Staff was excellent starting with Vannessa Gilchrist. Her smiling eyes put

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Friendly hygienist and orthodontists. Clean, happy atmosphere! Make kids feel at ease

Samantha Williams

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Pamela Gibson

Dr Bates & his staff are the best you are always greeted with a smile and a hello, my daughter

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Rhonda Pollard

Shawniqa Wyatt

Great staff, great ortho experience, great atmosphere, thanks again Dr. Bates and everyone at the office.

Sue Beckman

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Comparison Point	Traditional Braces	Invisalign	LightForce
Technology & Materials	Metal or ceramic brackets	SmartTrack material	3D printing technology, polycrystalline material
Customization	Standard brackets adjusted manually	Custom-made aligners	Custom-fit brackets
Treatment Process	Periodic adjustments, typically every 6-8 weeks	Series of aligners, check-ups every 10-12+ weeks	Custom brackets, check-ups every 10-12+ weeks
Comfort & Aesthetics	Visible brackets and wires, can cause irritation	Smooth, comfortable, nearly invisible	Custom-fit, clear brackets
Effectiveness & Treatment Time	Effective for all cases, 18-24 months	Effective for wide range, 12-18 months	Precision movements, similar or shorter time
Availability & Provider Experience	Widely available	Widely available	Growing availability
Post-Treatment Maintenance	Retainers required	Vivera retainers	Custom retainers
Adjustability During Treatment	Orthodontist adjusts brackets and wires	Removable aligners, new aligners if needed	Fixed brackets, orthodontist adjustments
Patient Compliance	Fixed, no compliance issues for tooth movement	Requires 20-22 hours per day wear	Fixed, no compliance issues for tooth movement
Lifestyle and Convenience	Some food restrictions, regular cleaning	Removable for eating and special occasions	Fixed, some food restrictions, regular cleaning
Visibility and Social Impact	Visible, may affect speech	Nearly invisible, minimal impact on speech	Clear brackets, less noticeable, minimal impact on speech