Braces in Rochester Hills Built for Real Life

Dr. Jamie Reynolds is the only orthodontist in metro Detroit named Top Orthodontist in HOUR Magazine every year since the award began in 2009, and Dr. Jenn has been recognized by HOUR Magazine every year since she began practicing orthodontics in 2021. That recognition comes from peers, not patient reviews, meaning other dental professionals consistently vote Dr. Reynolds at the top of the field. The Rochester Hills office uses the Damon System, offers same-day starts, and operates with a philosophy of recommending treatment only when it is genuinely needed.

Reynolds Orthodontics sees a large number of teens from Rochester Community Schools, Adams High, Stoney Creek, and Rochester High. Treatment is spaced with appointments every 6 to 10 weeks to minimize school and activity disruption. The Damon System moves teeth gently, which most teens find more comfortable than traditional wire-and-elastic systems. Same-day starts mean teens can get braces placed the day of their first appointment if they are ready.

Traditional braces use elastic ties to hold the wire in the bracket. Those ties create friction and require more force to move teeth. Damon brackets have a sliding door built in, which reduces friction significantly. Lower friction means gentler forces, which means less discomfort after adjustments and more efficient tooth movement overall. Dr. Reynolds has used the Damon System since 2001 and teaches it to orthodontists worldwide, making this practice one of the deepest centers of Damon expertise in the country.

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first evaluation by age 7. Most children who come in at that age will not need immediate treatment, but early evaluation lets our doctors track jaw and tooth development and identify the right window for intervention. For issues involving jaw width or crowding, the effective window for expansion closes around age 10 in girls and 10.5 to 11 in boys. Annual checkups are recommended for all kids who are not yet in active treatment.

Yes. Reynolds Orthodontics offers same-day starts at the Rochester Hills location. If you come in for a free consultation and decide you are ready to move forward, the team can place your braces the same day. There is no waiting around for a follow-up appointment. Consultations are free, and there is no obligation to start treatment on that visit if you want time to think it over.

Most patients complete braces treatment in 12 to 24 months. Simpler cases involving mild crowding or spacing tend to move faster, often in the 12 to 18 month range. Complex bite corrections, particularly in adults where bone is less responsive, may take up to 24 months or a bit beyond. The Damon System tends to move teeth more efficiently than conventional braces, which can shorten total treatment time for many patients.

Reynolds Orthodontics uses OrthoFi, considered the most flexible payment platform in orthodontics. Most patients pay between $200 and $300 per month with zero interest. The practice accepts most dental insurance plans, which typically cover $750 to $1,500 in orthodontic benefits for metro Detroit residents. HSA and FSA funds are also accepted, and the team helps you map out every available benefit before you commit to anything.

No. The practice recommends treatment approximately 42 to 45 percent of the time. The national average for orthodontic offices is around 82 percent. If your teeth and bite are developing well, or if waiting is the better strategic choice for your child, the team will say so directly. Free consultations are offered for this reason, and the relationship does not start with a sales pitch.

Yes. Adult braces are one of the most popular services at the Rochester Hills office. While complex jaw-related corrections may take slightly longer in adults, the quality of tooth movement and the final outcome are the same. Many adults find modern Damon braces far more comfortable than what they experienced in childhood. The same OrthoFi payment plans and insurance benefits apply, and the team treats adults with the same care as every other patient.

Yes, retention is for life, and that is a good thing. Teeth want to drift over time. Retainers maintain the results of your investment. Reynolds Orthodontics makes retainers from a 3D digital scan, so no goopy impressions. If you ever lose or break a retainer, replacements can be mailed directly to you. The team guides every patient through a clear retention plan so you keep the smile you earned.