Orthodontist in Lake Oswego, OR
Services
Our Lake Oswego Orthodontics office provide braces, Clear Aligners, phase one early treatment (ie. expanders, space maintainers, headgear, facemasks, etc), and retainers. Consultations are free and no referrals are needed to get started.
Affordable Orthodontic Treatment
- Braces & Clear Aligners from $129/month
- We treat all ages and stages
- 0% interest-free financing options
- As low as $250 down
- All-inclusive fees
Our Hours
- Mon - Thurs (7:35 am - 4:35 pm)
Address
Dischinger Orthodontics
3943 Douglas Way
Lake Oswego, OR 97035-3453
Contact Information
Office: 503-635-4439
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Frequently Asked Questions:
The consultation typically lasts about 80 minutes.
The first 15 minutes of the consultation is dedicated to taking full orthodontic records including photos and x-rays at no charge which will assist our orthodontists in planning you or your child’s treatment.
During the next 30 minutes you will meet our orthodontist and have a 1-on-1 discussion with our treatment coordinator about possible orthodontic treatments. During this time, you will have the opportunity to discuss any orthodontic and dental problems you may be concerned about.
There are 5 essential questions that we will cover during the consultation:
- Is there an orthodontic problem, and if so, what is it?
- What treatment options are available to you to correct the problem? (i.e. braces, clear aligners, expander, etc.)
- What is the estimated length of treatment?
- What is the total cost of treatment?
- What payment options are available?
No, the consultation is completely FREE. This includes an examination, all photos and x-rays (orthodontic records), and a 30 minute consultation with our treatment coordinators and orthodontists.
We want you to be completely comfortable and well-informed in your decision making process.
There are no hidden fees. The entire consultation, including all photos, x-rays and the assessment by our orthodontist are completely free.
The cost of your treatment will vary depending on your specific dental requirements. Once we complete a new patient exam and create a treatment plan for you, you will meet with a treatment coordinator to discuss the costs and payment plans available to you. We will work with you to create a payment plan that is tailored to your needs and budget.
Yes! Kindly give us a call and we will try our best to accommodate you. If our schedule permits, we may be able see multiple family members back to back.
Of course! Second opinions are welcome! We hope that at the end of the consultation, you are educated, informed and able to make the best decision for you and your family.
Our services are provided by orthodontists. Orthodontists are dentists who, after finishing 4 years of dental school, then went to orthodontic school for another 3 years for extensive training with braces, clear aligners, expanders, bite correction appliances, etc. The only thing our doctors do – all day, every day – is straighten teeth! Our orthodontists will straighten teeth on hundreds of patients per year and thousands of patients in their lifetime.
On the contrary, most general dentists don’t do any orthodontics. The few that do treat only a handful of cases per year, and usually these cases are very simple cases (ie. retreatment of a patient who previously had braces but stopped wearing their retainers and teeth shifted slightly).
Orthodontics is something you only want to go through and pay for once, so trust your smile to a specialist
If you are in need of treatment, an orthodontist will recommend an appliance specific to your dental needs. Some of the treatment options available include: traditional braces, clear braces and clear aligners.
Treatment times vary depending on your specific course of treatment, but with the new cutting-edge technology, the average treatment time is 18-24 months.
Brush your teeth by using a regular soft toothbrush. Brush down from the top and then up from the bottom on each tooth; always brushing away from your gums. Use a gentle sawing motion to work the floss on each side of the two teeth the floss is between. Be careful not to pull with too much force around the archwire.
That varies per patient but there is new technology that uses memory shape, heat activated wires that work without needing painful adjustments, decreasing the amount of office visits necessary to complete treatment. The average time between visits can range from 6-8 weeks. As you come close to finishing treatment, the doctor may want to see you more often, typically between 4-6 weeks during your last few months, to fine tune your final tooth movements.
What Our Patients Say
About Their Experience
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Amazing service, extremely family friendly and overall wonderful place! Recommend to everyone looking for orthodontics for them and their families.
Sonja Feintech
Great staff! Knowledgeable, competent and very professional. Kids love coming in!
G M
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I love Dischinger Orthodontics!:) Dr. Terry (at home with the Lord as of Oct. 2023) and Dr. Bill have been absolutely wonderful as my grandmother, my mother and I all... read more have been employed and treated by them. My mom, Suzi, has worked there for over 20 years! 🙂 It’s one thing to run an incredible business where customers are satisfied. It’s a whole other ball game to create a work environment where your employees genuinely feel appreciated and are happy to be there every day. As far as orthodontia goes, I can also vouch for Dr. Bill’s outstanding expertise. There is a reason he is invited to lecture all over the world:) If you are considering doing treatment with them, I guarantee you will receive the finest care with Dr. Dischinger’s Team:)
Heather Blair
Oh my gosh where do I start?!?! We LOVE Dischinger Orthodontics! They have been so good to us. The office is amazing, the staff is incredible, the whole environment is... read more just awesome. They have been so kind, so accommodating, so helpful and just wonderful. I don't have a single negative thing to say. I would choose them over and over again. I have zero hesitations or feats about my daughter's treatment. I know we are in good hands.
Crystal Arden
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My family and I had an excellent experience using Dischinger to mop the floor with 2k23 opponents on MyTeam. Excellent Galaxy Opal Card, thank you Dr. Dischinger!
Elias Ali
I have never had such an amazing experience at an orthodontic office before. The staff were all incredibly nice and helpful. Their office is beautiful and they have so much... read more for kids to do. Their attention to detail all the way from making an appointment, the way they greet you when you walk in, the tour they give of their office, the waiting room with massage chairs, the personalized welcome sign with your name on it, the spinning wheel of prizes for kids, it's all amazing! I could go on and on. It's honestly a place you would want to go to just for fun! I think it goes without saying that I highly recommend!
Marika Fugate
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Dischinger Orthodontics is the place to be! I went through treatment as a young girl and now my husband is going through Spark Aligners. We live in Alaska, but opted... read more to continue treatment with Dr. Bill and his team because of our confidence in his care. Dr. Bill’s expertise is highly sought after as he lectures all over the world. At his home office in Lake Oswego, his team are absolutely wonderful; they always greet us with a warm welcoming and are excited to hear about our Alaskan adventures. We highly recommend this fantastic office and would encourage you schedule a consult if you’re even half-way interested in this team; they will be happy to answer any questions you may have, regardless of how simple or complex your case may be:)
Oz Lodge
Dischinger Team Orthodontics wins GOLD! On the court or with your smile this office makes your goals the win! Dr. Terry and Dr. Bill put family first both... read more in the office and with their patients.
cory giddings
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We love the Dischinger Orthodontics team. The office staff are always welcoming and friendly. They really care about their patients. We have had five children go thru the office. They... read more have always been upfront and honest about the timing and care needed. We highly recommend them to anyone seeking Orthodontics. Also they have great customer appreciation events that are a big perk!
Sonya Rygh
very friendly and fun. enjoyable experience every time. my daughters teeth have never been healthier.
Jed Lapp
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We’ve only had great service at The Dischinger Team Orthodontics. Dr. Bill connects with and cares for his patients; he often called to check in after a procedure and see... read more how my son was doing. The office staff is amazing, always exuding a cheerful attitude. We leave with a smile every time we visit!
Amanda Combs
Cannot recommend them enough! Friendliest staff, and best experience every single time. You can tell they actually care. They have given me so much reassurance and are always open to... read more helping with any of my concerns over the years. Love them!
Birth Doula
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Our family has been coming to Dischinger for YEARS. We have a choice to use our insurance at another location with a different network, but due to the team making... read more you feel like family, we opted to not use our insurance and pay for orthodontia out of pocket (for 3 children!). This “team” knows EVERY client, gets to know them and has so much fun! My boys have a fun game they play with Suzie at the front desk—she remembers and looks forward to seeing them. Leah, is hands down the best clinical coordinator that they have. My son LOVES being in her chair—she listens to him, she respects him, laughs at his jokes and is able to fix the issues he might have with his braces. She is efficient, competent and caring. Leah is the only one he will see now!!
Kelsey Van Cleave
Best team ever!!!!
Morgan McCaleb
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Wonderful people! They corrected my teeth after a year. Suzi at the front desk is the loveliest person and my family love seeing her every visit.
gculata
really good customer service and service
Chloe Woo
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We love this place. Friendly staff and amazing amenities. I love the massage chairs and refreshments. All kinds of stuff to enjoy while you wait. I got some swag... read more for writing a review but I was going to write one anyway because this place deserves 5 stars!
Diane Woodburn
Dentist, Staff and are just outstanding. Highly recommend.
Chad Stein
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Luckily I had my mold for my retainer handy. Dropped it off and had the replacement retainer completed while I waited. Have taken my two children here for ortho since... read more 1990's and they look great! What a great, caring staff and it continues with T's son!
Virgil Pearce
My daughter speaking: They have good food and nice staff"
Shondra Neumayer