Why Choose Quad City Orthodontics?
At Quad City Orthodontics (QCO), we are committed to creating enduring, beautiful, and healthy smiles. Here are the top reasons why QCO should be your choice for orthodontic care:
Top 10 Reasons to select QCO as your orthodontic home:
COMMITMENT TO EXCELLENCE!: Our team, led by Dr. Anne “Bronwen” Richards, who graduated FIRST IN HER DENTAL CLASS first in her dental class at the University of Iowa College of Dentistry, and Dr. Jessica Piepenbrink, who graduated SUMMA CUM LAUDE from Southern Illinois University, is driven by a thirst for knowledge. We delve deep into understanding “WHY” teeth are misaligned to create a lasting, beautiful smile.
COMPASSION CARE: Our TOP-NOTCH DENTAL TEAM is well-trained, enthusiastic, and caring. We prioritize communicating with patients and parents in a supportive and educational manner, ensuring a positive experience for everyone.
3. COMFORT-FOCUSED TREATMENTS: We offer LIGHT FORCE BRACES and use self-ligating brackets and light wire orthodontic treatments to minimize discomfort. By focusing on technological advances, we often reduce the need for extractions or rapid palatal expanders.
4. ADVANCED TRAINING: Dr. Richards and Dr. Piepenbrink have completed ADVANCED TRAINING IN AIRWAY DEVELOPMENT and muscle balance to achieve long-term health and stability. They continuously pursue excellence through extensive continuing education, ensuring that our patients receive expert care with optimal results.
5. CUTTING-EDGE TECHNOLOGY: We INVEST IN TECHNOLOGY to provide exceptional diagnosis and treatment planning. Using ADVANCED 3D IMAGING, we evaluate teeth, bones, and airways to determine the best individualized treatment options. Our DIGITAL SCANNERS create precise models for appliances, reflecting our commitment to being an AIRWAY-AWARE practice.
6. EXPERTISE AND EXPERIENCE: Dr. Richards has TAUGHT ORTHODONTICS to dental students and orthodontic residents, LECTURED globally on orthodontic treatment, and AUTHORED A CHAPTER IN AN ORTHODONTIC TEXTBOOK. Together, Dr. Richards and Dr. Piepenbrink bring over 30 years of private practice experience, treating a wide variety of cases with expertise and earning the trust of both patients and dentists.
7. FLEXIBLE AND ACCOMODATING: We understand that life is busy, so we offer EXTENDED HOURS, starting early and staying late to fit your schedule. We also provide virtual screenings and dental monitoring, using weekly photos and artificial intelligence to track progress, reducing the number of office visits needed.
8. EXPERIENCED DOCTORS: Our doctors share more than 25 YEARS OF EXPERIENCE in private practice to help diagnose and treat a wide variety of cases with expertise. We have earned the trust of patients and dentists that we focus on finishing details to achieve outstanding esthetics.
9. DEDICATION TO LONG-TERM RESULTS: We are COMMITED TO LONG TERM FOLLOW-UP to help your smile remains beautiful. Our expert care includes both permanent and removable retainers tailored to suit your needs and help keep your teeth straight. Once a QCO patient, you are always our patient.
10. AFFORDABLE FINANCING OPTIONS: We offer FLEXIBLE FINANCING PLANS to work within your budget, helping you achieve the smile of your dreams without financial stress. We also work with your insurance to make orthodontic care as accessible as possible.
At QCO, your safety and comfort are our top priorities. Our advanced sterilization procedures go beyond industry standards, ensuring our patients’ highest level of protection.