Every smile we treat belongs to someone with a story. In this patient spotlight, meet Xavier Rucks, an 11-year-old patient who finished his Invisalign treatment at Bussick Orthodontics.
What made you excited or nervous about getting braces?
Xavier was excited to find out that he was getting Invisalign. He was a bit hesitant that they would work as well as he wanted them to. Today, he is finally done with his treatment and says he is very happy with his smile.
Invisalign isn’t only for teens and adults. With newer technology, Invisalign for kids can start as young as 7 years old. The aligners come out to eat, so there are no food limitations, and check-ins are every 12 to 16 weeks, which means less school missed for appointments. For parents wondering whether a child will keep the trays in, we offer stickers kids can put on their aligners to help parents keep track.
What makes you smile the most?
We asked Xavier what makes him smile the most: his new smile, a favorite toy, or maybe a fun activity. Xavier likes playing football at Woodside.
Can you share a fun memory from your visits to Bussick Orthodontics?
At his first appointment, he was particularly nervous about getting the x-ray pictures because it was new to him. It turned out that they weren’t that scary, and he hardly thinks about it now.
X-rays are a normal part of getting started. Every first orthodontic visit includes x-rays, photos, and a thorough examination by Dr. Bussick, and we use digital x-rays for clear, detailed images with less radiation than traditional film.
Want to Be in Our Next Patient Spotlight?
If you want to be on our next patient spotlight, please contact us! We would love to get to know more about what makes you smile.
Thinking about treatment for your own child? Schedule a free consultation at either Fort Wayne office or call (260) 436-2255. No referral is needed.