Guthrie Carr Orthodintic Specialist Accessibility Statement

Guthrie Carr Orthodintic Specialist is committed to facilitating the accessibility and usability of its website, carrortho.com, for everyone. Guthrie Carr Orthodintic Specialist aims to comply with all applicable standards, including the World Wide Web Consortium’s Web Content Accessibility Guidelines 2.0 up to Level AA (WCAG 2.0 AA). Guthrie Carr Orthodintic Specialist is proud of the efforts that we have completed and that are in-progress to ensure that our website is accessible to everyone.

If you experience any difficulty in accessing any part of this website, please feel free to call us at 765-497-6453 and we will work with you to provide the information or service you seek through an alternate communication method that is accessible for you consistent with applicable law (for example, through telephone support).

Tradition, Technology and Experience

Reviews

Dr. Carr and his staff are the best. I always looked forward to going to my appointments because it felt like I was going to see friends. They are all very thorough and precise when doing their jobs. They make sure to explain everything they are doing and they will always answer your questions if you have any. I would highly recommend Dr. Carr! - Sarah H.
When I moved to Indiana I had visited several orthodontists in my original home state and for some reason just didn't feelmok with their plans of treatment. 5 minutes in Dr. Carr’s office and I was so comfortable with the staff and him. The 3d x-rays showed so much stuff I didn’t know it was amazing I started my treatment 3 weeks ago and I can't say enough about the amazing staff and Dr. Carr himself. - Jessica S.
Absolutely love Dr. Carr and all of his staff! He is thorough, friendly, and always on time. The same can be said about all his lovely staff. My oldest son had braces and we were so pleased with his teeth and our experience with Dr. Carr that I decided to do Invisalign through him. One year later and my teeth look beautiful. One more son to get through braces and, of course, we will be back with Dr. Carr! - Beth H.
Dr. Carr is Amazing! Attentive and knowledgeable! I would Recommend Dr. Carr over any other Orthodontist in Lafayette. The staff are wonderful as well, they make you feel super comfortable and give you compliments on the small changes. Overall 10/10. - Stephanie B.
Our daughter used the SureSmile technique, and was done in 14 months instead of an estimated 2 years! We are impressed with the beautiful results. Even though she was an apprehensive patient, Dr. Carr and his staff were gentle, calm, and professional with her. By the end of the treatment, she no longer nervous about upcoming appointments. - Sarah W.

Welcome

Dr. Guthrie P. Carr is your trusted and experienced orthodontic specialist for braces in Greater Lafayette Indiana, offering outstanding customer service combined with over 25 years of experience. With a patient-focused approach, using advanced 3D technologies, we can customize treatment plans and provide our patients with an exceptional orthodontic experience and results.

The Carr family has over 100 years of continuous practice in Greater Lafayette. There’s a good chance that Dr. Carr, his father, uncle or grandfather has treated someone in your family. We take that tradition seriously in our relationships with our patients. We value the trust the community has placed in our family over the past 100 years.

Meet Dr. Carr

I love the creativity of problem-solving in orthodontics, and doing that within the wants and needs of our patients and their parents. Each patient has unique treatment goals, and it’s my job to find the solutions that will create a healthy smile for them, in an affordable, timely manner. When I see the changes we make for our patients, and how those changes positively affect their lives, I know we’ve done a good thing. In that, I find every day rewarding.

west-lafayette-office
west-lafayette-office
west-lafayette-office
west-lafayette-office
west-lafayette-office
west-lafayette-office
west-lafayette-office

Office Tour

West Lafayette

257 Sagamore Parkway West, Suite A
West Lafayette IN 47906

lafayette-office
lafayette-office
lafayette-office
lafayette-office
lafayette-office
lafayette-office

Office Tour

Lafayette

4900 Old US 231
Lafayette, IN 47909

SureSmile Invisalign

Ultra Low-Dose 3D Scans

ITero Lumina scanner

Technology

6 Reasons Your Neighbors Are Choosing Dr. Carr & His Team

Experience

With over 25 years of experience in orthodontics, Dr. Carr is actively engaged in continuing education to bring the most advanced techniques to his practice to benefit his patients.

Dr. Carr’s extensive experience is an important part of your treatment plan.

The Staff

All of the clinical staff are certified as Specialized Orthodontic Assistants by the American Association of Orthodontists. Their knowledge, skill and kind manor will make your treatment feel easy.

Our staff is fun and caring.

Technology

Through the use of technology, Dr. Carr can offer competitive prices, better results and shorter treatment times, which results in a better experience for the patient.

Get to the smile you want quickly, easily, and comfortably.

Treatment choice

We offer Invisalign, clear braces, or metal braces.

You can choose how you want to be treated.

Value

While many offices may charge as much or more for less advanced and precise orthodontic treatment, Dr. Carr will not compromise your care.

We accept most insurance plans to reduce your out of pocket expense.

Complimentary Consultation

We offer complimentary consultations for all new patients and their parents. This is an opportunity to learn more about us and your orthodontic needs.

Call us today to schedule your visit.

With over 25 years of experience in orthodontics, Dr. Carr is actively engaged in continuing education to bring the most advanced techniques to his practice to benefit his patients.

All of the clinical staff are certified as Specialized Orthodontic Assistants by the American Association of Orthodontists. Their knowledge, skill and kind manor will make your treatment feel easy.

Through the use of technology, Dr. Carr can offer competitive prices, better results and shorter treatment times, which results in a better experience for the patient.

We offer Invisalign, clear braces, or metal braces.

While many offices may charge as much or more for less advanced and precise orthodontic treatment, Dr. Carr will not compromise your care.

We offer complimentary consultations for all new patients and their parents. This is an opportunity to learn more about us and your orthodontic needs.

Blog

Why your Neighbors are Choosing Dr. Carr & His TeamDecember 30, 2024
A Repost of media interview with Dr. Guthrie B. Carr

I know you market your practice with the tagline “Tradition, Technology and Experience”

Tell me about that?

Well, the tradition portion refers to my families’ heritage as dentists in Greater Lafayette. We have over 110 years of continuous practice! If your family is from greater Lafayette, there is a good chance that I, my father, my uncle, or my grandfather has treated someone in your family. I take that tradition very seriously in our relationships with our patients. We value the trust the community has placed in our family over the past 100 years. Technology refers to the changes that are available to let orthodontists improve the patient experience. Not every orthodontic practice embraces new technology.

Why is that?

Technology can be very expensive, it can disrupt the rhythm of office workflows, and it takes time to learn and master. I have invested in newer technologies that provide better information for diagnosis and treatment. This allows for shorter, more comfortable treatment and improved results.

Tell about these technologies?

Firstly, our ultra-low dose ICAT 3D scanner is amazing. It allows me to get a 3D scan of a patient with less exposure than a digital panorex, which is the most common orthodontic X-ray. It is not uncommon for me to find information that was not seen on a previous traditional X-ray.

I can submit this ultra-low dose scan to a third party who will turn it into a dynamic model. This is useful in pretreatment simulations for early treatment expansion, surgery cases, cases that might need restorations or implants when the orthodontic part of the treatment is finished. It is a great learning tool for me, and a great communication tool for the patient and their dentist.

We also offer digital video scanning that replaces traditional impressions. This allows us to send information digitally to labs we work with like Invisalign and Suresmile.

You offer Invisalign? Tell me about that?

Invisalign has made a lot of progress in their implementation of new technologies. I am now confident that Invisalign is a great choice for a variety of problems, including children, tweens, teens, and adults. I have spent a lot of time in continuing education learning the nuances of their technology and how to best apply it for each individual case. One newer feature with Invisalign is the ability to integrate our 3D radiographic scan showing the bone and roots with the dental scan of the teeth. Positioning the roots in the ideal place along with tooth movement is a game changer for treatment quality and efficiency. I believe I am the only orthodontist in the area offering this technology. Nationally, only 20% of orthodontists use this to their advantage.

What is Suresmile?

Suresmile is a fantastic technology that allows me to use the 3D scans we take and create a dynamic model of my patients. I can see their teeth, roots, bone, and the braces. I can even link their model to their smile photo. This allows me to simulate the desired final result with more information than is available in conventional orthodontic treatment. From this plan, I create custom wires that are bent robotically to maximize their accuracy. These custom wires allow me to make the simulations come true. After I simulate the final result, I can design the final smile using the photo linked to the model. This is very powerful because often the smile is why our patients come to us; the bite and the function are what orthodontists are focused on. With Suresmile, I can optimize both. Oh yeah, it also shortens treatment. Patients love that!

What about the experience?

As an orthodontic specialist, I have two years of additional education beyond dental school focused solely on orthodontic diagnosis and treatment planning. I have been in practice for over 30 years. I am actively involved in my professional societies and meetings to learn both the science and the technologies that affect our diagnosis and treatment planning.

What else would you tell someone about your orthodontic practice?

Because of the advanced 3D and digital technologies we use, we run our office schedule on time, require fewer appointments, and finish our treatments on time, which is not so common in orthodontics. I have a wonderful staff who are fun and talented and really engaged with our patients and their families in the office. They really make the office environment a great place. We love our patients, and I think our patients would say it shows.

SureSmile®February 12, 2024

Dr Guthrie Carr has offered SureSmile for his patients with braces since 2013. Suresmile is the most advanced and complete technology in braces. SureSmile offers a 3D analysis (including teeth, roots, bone, and smile) and simulation tools to design your best customized result. Virtual archwires are created from your engineered result and sent to a robot to bend your fully custom memory archwires to achieve your ideal result.

AVERAGE TREATMENT TIME WITH SURESMILE IS 30% OR MORE FASTER THAN CONVENTIONAL BRACES.*

(*Based on a comparison of 1,849 patients treated conventionally and 4,376 patients treated with SureSmile.)

Through the use of SureSmile technology, your orthodontist can offer you a "braces experience" that provides:

  • Shorter treatment times
  • Fewer office visits
  • Less overall discomfort
  • High-quality results
Our technology-driven orthodontic process offers several important benefits that make the whole "braces experience" much easier for patients than conventional orthodontics!

SHORTER TREATMENT TIMES

You've probably heard from friends or family that wearing braces is a long-term commitment, taking more than two years on average. With SureSmile orthodontic treatment, getting braces isn't what it used to be. You'll get outstanding results in less time with SureSmile technology.

FEWER OFFICE VISITS

With SureSmile, patients spend less time in treatment and make fewer visits to the orthodontist. The custom SureSmile archwire provides smoother movement for a more comfortable experience than traditional braces. And by quickly returning to a normal oral hygiene routine, maintaining healthy teeth and gums is easier.

LESS OVERALL DISCOMFORT

Anyone who has worn braces will probably tell you that wire adjustments and changes were the least favorite part of the process due to discomfort. Fortunately, the SureSmile system is engineered to maximize the therapeutic efficiency of each wire, significantly reducing the number of adjustments needed. This means fewer episodes of discomfort over the course of your treatment.

HIGH-QUALITY RESULTS

Instead of the doctor bending an archwire by hand, a SureSmile wire is custom-shaped by a robot. When the wire is inserted, each tooth moves directly to the prescribed position. It's this precise movement that enables such great results with a shorter treatment time.

Why Dr. Guthrie Carr and his staff for your orthodontic treatment is your best choice.December 31, 2023

Our office environment: We offer the ideal blend of experience, and technology in a fun and caring environment. Our office has over 260 five-star ratings from Google, Facebook, and Healthgrades. Dr. Carr is local a third-generation orthodontist serving greater Lafayette and we have earned the trust of our community over that time with many second and third-generation families in our practice.

Technology: Dr. Carr built a modern state-of-the-art office with the latest technology such as the low dose 3D scans to give him an accurate picture of your dental health and the digital iTero scanner which is faster and more accurate than those goopy dental impressions.

Treatment choices: Dr. Carr offers both braces and Invisalign for children teens and adults.

Technology we use for braces: Not all braces are the same.

To start, there are no goopy impressions, we scan your teeth digitally and then we use state of the art digital indirect bonding to plan and place your braces with the end result in mind. (https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pCHm2rzhah4)

After your initial dental alignment, we use the most accurate technique in orthodontics Suresmile technology to plan your smile, treat your bite, and align your roots in the bone in 3D. This optimizes your results and shortens your treatment time.

We offer Invisalign for adults, teens and children (yes teens and kids they do well with it). Dr. Carr is in the top 5% of all providers. He is able to incorporate your 3D dental scan into your Invisalign plan to optimize the position of the roots and bone and design your smile.

Shorter Treatment times: The national average for orthodontic treatment is 27 months, and Dr. Carr’s average is just 21 months. His experience and technology will get you your best smile 6 months sooner than most orthodontic offices.

Appointment Flexibility: We have many appointment choices available so you will be able to keep your treatment on time. You will not need to wait 4 months to get your treatment started or braces removed or be told we cannot see you soon if you have an issue in treatment.

Payment plans: We accept most insurances including Delta Dental. We have an open choice enrollment policy that allows you to choose your payment plan regarding down payment, length of payments, and monthly amount within certain guidelines.

We offer complimentary evaluations and we look forward to meeting you!

Invisalign® First for ChildrenAugust 15, 2023

Young patients are all smiles because, with Invisalign® First, they can remove the clear aligners to eat candy, popcorn, and bubble gum and never worry about poking wires or brackets. Invisalign® First lets kids continue to enjoy their favorite meals and keep active at the games they love – sports, Choir, or wrestling with their friends— because, with Invisalign® First, no timeouts are needed. Children at this age are eager to please adults and do very well wearing aligners.

Invisalign® First is an easy, comfortable option for children who might need that early, Phase 1 treatment. Dr. Carr is happy to speak with you and your pre-teen to determine if Invisalign® First aligners are the correct orthodontic treatment plan and lifestyle choice for your child with fewer visits and fewer emergency visits. Invisalign® First treatment typically lasts less than a year and is the same easy, comfortable experience as Invisalign® Teen and Invisalign® treatment for adults.

The American Association of Orthodontics recommends that every child see an orthodontist for an initial evaluation at the age of seven. This is because your child’s teeth and skeletal structure are continually changing and may require early intervention for correction. Not all 7- or 8-year-olds need orthodontic treatment, but there is a short list of reasons to have phase 1 orthodontic treatment:

  • Lack of space for future adult tooth eruption. If untreated this can lead to extraction (removal of teeth) or impaction (teeth don’t come in) of permanent teeth.
  • Bite problems that can affect the growth pattern of your child. If NOT treated early, treatment options may be limited in the future and lead to the need for possible orthognathic (jaw) surgery.
  • To correct oral habits such as thumb-sucking, dependence on pacifiers past age one, and tongue thrust habits that can lead to improper development of your child’s teeth, palate, and bite.
  • Airway issues can also be improved with Phase 1 treatment.
  • If necessary, we may recommend braces, Invisalign® First, or expansion to intercept any potential issues that could lead to greater problems in the future.
  • The goal of the 1st phase of treatment is to get “in and out” as quickly as possible so that there is a nice break in treatment to allow the child to continue to develop before they are ready for their 2nd phase of treatment. Having a 1st phase of treatment, if needed, typically cuts down on the length and cost of the 2nd phase of treatment.

Call our office to schedule your complimentary evaluation today.

Click here to learn more about Invisalign First for children and phase 1 treatment.

Should I trust my smile to “mail order“ aligners?August 1, 2022

Often the temptation of splashy “mail order” aligner commercials or even “special offers” from university alumni associations might entice you to try “mail order” aligners.

There are compelling reasons to trust your orthodontic care to a professional orthodontist who is experienced with Invisalign. A thorough in-person orthodontic exam along with the appropriate records to diagnose and plan your case are essential to a successful outcome. A recent survey of “mail order” aligner users and orthodontists is summarized in an article highlighting some of these differences: AAO SURVEY

If you had braces when you were younger, but stopped wearing your retainers and watched your teeth move, don’t worry we can help you.

If you thought you did not need orthodontics when you were younger, but now your teeth are no longer straight, we can help you.

We offer options tailored to your goals and the amount of change you need. Some treatments can be as short as 10 weeks, others may be more comprehensive. With the right plan we can make the changes you are seeking and restore your confidence in your smile.

As an orthodontist, I use Invisalign because they are the leaders in aligner technology that allows me to deliver on results for my patients.

If you are considering Invisalign or aligners, please give our office a call to schedule your in office consultation for Invisalign treatment.

What sets us apart from the others orthodontic offices?May 20, 2022

We know many parents want to start their children’s orthodontic treatment in the summer.

That’s why we saved extra appointments this summer. You will not have to wait until fall to be seen in our office.

What sets us apart from the others orthodontic offices?

Our office environment: We offer the ideal mix of experience, and technology in a fun and caring environment. Our office has over 260 five-star ratings from satisfied patients in Google, Facebook, and Healthgrades. Dr. Carr is a local third-generation orthodontist serving greater Lafayette and we have earned the trust of our community over that time with many second and third-generation families in our practice.

Technology: Dr. Carr built a modern state-of-the-art office with the latest technology such as the low dose 3D scans to give him an accurate picture of your patient’s dental health and the digital iTero scanner which is faster and more accurate than traditional alginate impressions.

Treatment choices: Dr. Carr offers Invisalign for teens (yes they do well with it), and SureSmile with clear or metal braces for the most advanced and accurate technique in braces.

Shorter Treatment times: The national average for orthodontic treatment is 27 months, and Dr. Carr’s average is just 21 months. His experience and technology will get your patients their best smile six months sooner than most orthodontic offices.

Appointment Flexibility: We have many appointment choices available so you will be able to keep your treatment on time. Our patients do not need to wait four months to get their treatment started or finished, nor are we too busy to see our patients if they have an issue during treatment.

Payment plans: We accept most insurances including Delta Dental. We have an open choice enrollment policy that allows you to choose your own payment plan regarding down payment, length of payments, and monthly amount within certain guidelines.

If your dentist has recommended orthodontic treatment for you or your children, call us for your complimentary consultation.

Braces or aligners or both? Hybrid orthodontic treatmentMarch 21, 2022

Some patients want Invisalign but may have conditions that really need braces for a short period of time. If your dentist or another orthodontist has told you that you cannot have Invisalign that is when we use Hybrid treatment.

What is Hybrid treatment exactly? It is combining the use of clear aligners from Invisalign, with short durations of cosmetic clear braces to maximize esthetics and minimize the appearance of the braces. The clear braces are used in situations where they are more efficient than aligners.

Typically the clear braces are only needed for a few months at either the beginning of Invisalign treatment. Occasionally braces are only needed on a few teeth and can be hidden in the back of the mouth where it is likely not to be noticed at all by friends or colleagues. If brackets do need to be placed towards the front of your mouth we utilize the most esthetic braces available today: 3M clarity brackets.

By using this combo approach many adults and aesthetically driven adolescents will not need to compromise on either their final function or aesthetic results. Hybrid orthodontic treatment can provide the best possible functional and aesthetic smile outcomes without compromise.

How long will my treatment take?February 16, 2022

A word about treatment times.

Patients starting orthodontic treatment want to know how long the treatment will be. It is a fair question that deserves a better answer than the most common answer.

The most common estimate of treatment length is about 24 months.

But that estimate varies widely depending on patient cooperation, individual response, and difficulty of treatment. Patients are understandably frustrated and disappointed when their treatment lasts longer than expected.

The average estimate in the United States is 24 months, the true length of treatment is 27 months! Three months longer than estimated!

Now the good news: with Dr. Carr’s experience and his use of technology like indirect bonding, SureSmile for braces, and Invisalign, Dr. Carr’s average treatment time is just 21 months! That is 6 months faster than the national average and three months sooner than the most common estimate.

If you are interested in using the most advanced technology to improve your results and shorten your treatment time up to 6 months less than regular treatment times, give our office a call for your complimentary evaluation.

Virtual Orthodontic ConsultationsJanuary 28, 2022

Technology continues to evolve that allows Dr. Carr to evaluate, monitor and communicate with patients

Recently we implemented the amazing new Grin Scope technology.

Grin Scope allows Dr. Carr to visualize patient malocclusions and treatment progress remotely.

We now offer Virtual Consultations using the Grin Scope from the comfort of your own home, on your own time schedule for Dr. Carr to review.

This platform allows you to take your own scans from home. Dr. Carr can make an initial evaluation if treatment is indicated in your case without the need an in-office visit.

If treatment is indicated, an in-office appointment will be scheduled for us to take the needed records to finalize your diagnosis and treatment plan.

At this appointment, we will provide you with information about your diagnosis, treatment plan and the cost of treatment as well as additional explanations on the course of your treatment.

The value of the Grin Scope does not stop there! While in treatment you can continue to use the Grin Scope to take a short 1 minute scan of yourself or child every 2-3 weeks for Dr. Carr to review.

These scans are valuable for teens and children in treatment to monitor tooth brushing, oral hygiene, breakage of brace, and rubber band compliance.

Invisalign patients can also decrease the number of in-office visits by taking scans every two weeks during treatment.

Many busy adults and university students and teens can reduce the number and frequency of in-office visits to once every three months or more using the Grin Scope.

We have had several adults and graduate students that wanted to begin orthodontic treatment that knew they would be moving in a year.

These patients were able to finish their course of orthodontic treatment using remote monitoring and avoid having to transfer to another orthodontist.

Who are virtual consultations suited for?

Virtual consultations are suited for tech savvy individuals or families who have a smart phone with a good working camera. Users need to be able to download and install the app from an app store (Android or Apple) and follow the onscreen instructions to complete the process.

There is a small technology fee for the Grin Scope which is $25(we can mail it to you or you can pick it up at the office).

Dr. Carr’s time and evaluation are complimentary (his gift to you). You pay for the grin scope and Dr. Carr pays the Grin platform subscription fees.

If you start orthodontic treatment in our office, we will credit the $25 toward your fee.

To start now, click the Virtual Consultation Link. After you fill out the request form our office will contact you to register you as a patient and collect your grin scope fee. After you open the grin scope app you will be prompted to answer a few short questions as well as to send some facial photos to compliment the scan of your teeth.

We look forward to helping you get the smile you’ve been wanting!

Early Orthodontic TreatmentJuly 20, 2020

Timing is everything – even when it comes to your child’s orthodontic treatment. “Early” treatment, also called “interceptive” treatment, means treatment that is performed while some baby teeth are still present.

The American Association of Orthodontists (AAO) recommends that your child’s first check-up with an orthodontist be performed when an orthodontic problem is first recognized, but no later than age 7. Why age 7? By then, your child has enough permanent teeth for an orthodontist to evaluate the developing teeth and the jaws, which in turn can provide a wealth of information. Dr. Guthrie Carr is trained to spot subtle problems even in young children. You may view photos of such problems here: Problems to Watch for in Growing Children.

There are generally three outcomes of an initial check-up:
  • No treatment is expected to be necessary.
  • Treatment may be needed in the future, so the child will be followed periodically while the face and jaws continue to grow.
  • There is a problem that lends itself to early treatment.

While there are many orthodontic problems that orthodontists agree are best treated after all permanent teeth have come in, early treatment can be in a patient’s best interests if their problem is one that could become more serious over time if left untreated. The goal of early treatment is to intercept the developing problem, eliminate the cause, guide the growth of facial and jaw bones, and provide adequate space for incoming permanent teeth. A patient may require a second course of treatment after all permanent teeth have come in to move those teeth into their best positions.

The kinds of problems orthodontists may recommend treating while a child still has some baby teeth include:
  • Narrow dental arches with airway restrictions
  • Underbites – when the lower front teeth are ahead of the upper front teeth
  • Crossbites – when the jaw shifts to one side
  • Very crowded teeth
  • Excessively spaced teeth
  • Extra or missing teeth
  • Teeth that meet abnormally, or don’t meet at all
  • Thumb-, finger-, or pacifier- sucking that is affecting the teeth or jaw growth

Some of these orthodontic problems are inherited, while others may result from accidents, dental disease, or abnormal swallowing.

Early orthodontic treatment can take many forms. The orthodontist could prescribe a fixed or removable “appliance” – a device used to move teeth, change the position of the jaw, or hold teeth in place in order to bring about desirable changes. Sometimes no appliances are necessary. Rather, removal of some baby teeth may help the permanent teeth erupt better. The extractions will be timed to take best advantage of a patient’s growth and development.

Regardless of how treatment goals are reached, the bottom line is that some orthodontic problems may be easier to correct if they are found and treated early. Waiting until all the permanent teeth have come in, or until facial growth is nearly complete, may make correction of some problems more difficult.

Dr. Guthrie Carr offers complimentary evaluations, No referral needed!

Now a word about the overuse of early treatment: Caveat Emptor Parents need to be aware than some orthodontic offices make it a practice for almost every patient to receive early orthodontic treatment. They often characterize this a “special kind of treatment”. They are “the only ones who can help you with this special treatment”. The most common example would be the over use of early expansion.

Early expansion is important for airway problems in young children, cross bites and severe crowding. It is probably not needed for mild to moderate crowding when the bite is correct. If you visit an office where every young patient “needs 7 millimeters of expansion”, or they threaten you that they will have to pull 4 permanent teeth in the future if you do not do this now, get a second opinion!

Also, another unfortunate occurrence is to over charge for the first phase of early treatment with a promise of a credit at the second phase. Early treatment should be less than half the cost of current full treatment. If you pay more than this at the start, you have already prepaid for the second phase and the office is holding your money. What if you move, or do not need a second phase, or want to go to another office after the first phase? The fee should be proportional to the treatment provided at the time it is delivered and not come with a future promise tied to a second phase of treatment.

Contact

West Lafayette

  • 257 Sagamore Parkway West, Suite A
    West Lafayette IN 47906
     
  • 765-497-6453
     
  • Mondays - Wednesdays
    8am-12pm & 1pm-4:45pm

    Thursdays
    8am-12pm & 1pm-4:30pm

Request an In Person Consultation with Dr. Carr

We want to make it easy for you to get the smile you’ve been wanting.

    Click for Accessibility