Orthodontic treatment is a great way to get your teeth aligned and help you achieve a beautiful and healthy smile. Here are 5 important facts about orthodontic treatment:

1. Regular exams and cleanings with your family dentist are needed
While you are undergoing orthodontic treatment with braces or clear aligners, you should continue to see your family / general dentist every 6 months for a routine exam and cleaning. This, in addition to your home care, will help keep your teeth healthy.

2. Healthy teeth and gums equals more efficient treatment
If you take time to thoroughly brush your teeth and use a water flosser to clean your gums daily, you’ll be unlikely to have cavities and gum inflammation. Teeth tend to move more efficiently when the supporting structures are healthy.

3. Regular adjustments are needed
Your Orthodontist will want to see you regularly at scheduled intervals. She will make necessary adjustments at each visit to make sure your treatment progresses beautifully. Please be sure to attend your appointments.

4. Your case is different from others
Everyone’s bite is unique and therefore we customize your treatment plan to suit your needs. Treatment may vary in length and may require different appliances depending on each individual’s situation. Your Orthodontist will assess your needs and let you know your options at the time of your consultation.

5. After orthodontic treatment, comes retainers
When you are done with orthodontic treatment with braces or clear aligners, we will make you retainers to wear. These retainers are meant to help maintain the beautiful result you have achieved.

Give us a call at 914.923.5089 to schedule your consultation. We at Orthodontic Harmony look forward to welcoming you to our practice.

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Nicole Ceritelli
20:38 18 Jun 25
Orthodontic Harmony has been treating my two children for the last 10 months. Doctor Cheung listened to my concerns about my child’s jaw alignment and tailored a plan of treatment that was specific to him and me! She did not jump into a treatment plan. Rather, she listened to our concerns as a family and made a plan that was best for us all! I have nothing but good things to say about both her and her staff.
Rebecca Sotherden
14:00 12 Jun 25
We had a wonderful experience with Dr. Tracy's orthodontic practice. From start to finish, everything was handled with professionalism and care. Appointments were always prompt and easy to schedule,and the office was spotless and welcoming. The staff was incredibly friendly and made us feel comfortable at every visit. Communication was clear and easy, and Dr. Tracy did an amazing job transforming my daughter's smile. The results are beyond what we hoped for. We're so grateful for the care and attention that was provided. Highly recommend!
Stephenie Molina
01:39 22 Apr 25
Wow! Where can I begin? I’ll start by sharing that I had a cross bite, flared teeth caused by a previous orthodontic treatment done elsewhere and of course my teeth were misaligned. Upon my first consultation Dr, Tracy knew exactly what I needed to start. My top teeth were crowded and I needed a palette expander to create more room in my top teeth. After that I had braces to correct my misaligned teeth. Both Dr. Tracy and Ayxa were very patient with me, interested in my concerns and thorough with every step that was performed. Their level of knowledge and professionalism exceeded my expectations. My braces came off today and I cannot express enough my gratitude towards this great team whom literally has helped me regain my confidence. My smile looks amazing :) and I don’t have to feel insecure about my teeth ever again! Thank you Dr. Tracy and Ayxa for all of your hard work and dedication because it is clearly evident and I will be forever grateful!
Michelle Kenny
18:41 21 Apr 25
My daughter had a wonderful experience here with Dr. Tracy Li Cheung. We highly recommend this practice as Dr. Cheung and Ayxa were always friendly, knowledgeable, and thorough in explaining what to expect and how to care for the palate expander and braces. My daughter just had her braces removed and her teeth look great! She is happy with the results and loves her smile!!
Mariana Mastracchio
22:45 12 Mar 25
I highly recommend Dr. Tracy. She came highly recommended to me by friends, and we have had a wonderful experience working with her.
From the moment we walked in, the office staff was friendly, and Dr. Tracy took the time to explain everything clearly.
She is patient, professional, and has made my son's orthodontic treatment smooth and stress-free. We’ve already seen amazing results and feel so confident in her care.
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