For the longest time I struggled with self-esteem issues with my teeth. I went to a consultation with a orthodontist in the Northeast Philadelphia area when I was about 12 years old, but the only problem was my mom could not afford it. I was so upset and from that moment on I was very self conscious all through middle school and high school. I never would smile in pictures, and would often hold my hand over my mouth when I was laughing at joke or etc. I vowed to myself that the moment I was able to afford braces I would have no hesitation to make my appointment to get it.
When I was about 18 years old, I over heard my hairdressers talking about a local orthodontist on Street road in Bensalem. My hairdresser actually had braces and had them for about 2 years. So I began asking questions because her teeth were so straight and looked amazing. My stylist and her associate had nothing but great things to say about Dr. Hodges practice. So when I left I began researching on the internet, and began looking at Dr. Hodges website. I saw that she offered a free consultation, and I actually scheduled one shortly after that. Unfortunately, I did not follow through with the appointment. I just wasn't 100% sold on my job and my income that I didn't want to put myself into debt.
About a year later, my aunt goes to a practice for her consultation, and that day she had to pay a records fee for $300 and a huge down payment for her to begin. My aunt went two years and had many problems, where people that I was running into that I knew personally did nothing but rave Dr. Hodges practice. So I went ahead and I scheduled my appointment, and I actually followed through. Walking into the office I was nervous, but soon put at ease because the women at the front desk were so nice and warming! No sooner did I fill out the info they needed, I was called into the back. The place smelled so good, they had nice candles burning and flowers. It wasn't your typical Dentist office. Every girl I met that day was so nice and knew what they were talking about. Once I met Dr. Hodges I was pretty much sold, there wasn't any ridiculous down payment and the monthly payments were so affordable! I was so happy!
I now have braces, and I have already built my confidence up within a few months. I am so happy and can not wait to see my smile once I am done treatment because I am already amazed at the difference! I will refer this place to anyone, and I hope this information is helpful for anyone with the problem I had.
About Front Desk: From the moment I walked into the office the staff have been nothing but nice and very friendly!