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Affordable Orthodontist in Carthage TX

Have you been looking for an affordable orthodontist in Carthage TX or an orthodontist near Carthage Texas? Well look no further! Here at Mack and Hansen Orthodontics, we serve all of East Texas. We are your In-Network Orthodontic Provider for both braces and invisalign and we treat children, teenagers, and adults of all ages.

Don’t have insurance? No worries! We are committed to making the investment in orthodontic treatment an affordable one for you and your family. We offer low down payments and monthly payment plans with 0% financing.

Only interested in closing that gap or just fixing that “one” tooth? Be sure to ask about our NEW Limited treatment options for correcting those simple issues.

Don’t like impressions? Us either! We offer impression-less treatment using our digital intra-oral scanner.

We also understand your schedule is busy. That’s why we are open after school and until 6 PM on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s. We are also the only orthodontic office open on Friday’s.

We are committed to serving you. If you would like to reserve a FREE consultation, please submit a Free Consultation request HERE. You can also call or text us directly at 903-212-7737, and one of our wonderful scheduling concierges will reach out and get you all set up.

Directions from Carthage TX:

Coming to visit our orthodontic office from Carthage TX? Simply begin by heading north on TX-572 Spur W/Cottage Rd to TX-149 W and take TX-149 W to Longview for 36 miles. 

Turn onto Medical Circle and you will find us on the right at 801 Medical Circle.

If you have any additional questions about Mack and Hansen Orthodontics or want to discover how Dr. Spencer Mack and Dr. Andrew Hansen can help you gain straighter teeth and a healthier smile with braces or Invisalign please contact us today! You can also visit www.etxortho.com to learn more about our orthodontists and request a complimentary consult, or you can call us at 903-212-7737. We’re conveniently located in Longview, TX and are just a quick drive from Mount Pleasant, Marshall, Carthage, Henderson, Kilgore, and Gilmer.

Affordable Orthodontist in Mount Pleasant TX

Have you been looking for an affordable orthodontist in Mount Pleasant TX or an orthodontist near Mount Pleasant Texas? Well look no further! Here at Mack and Hansen Orthodontics, we serve all of East Texas. We are your In-Network Orthodontic Provider for both braces and invisalign. We treat children, teenagers, and adults of all ages too.

Don’t have insurance? No worries! We are committed to making the investment in orthodontic treatment an affordable one for you and your family. We offer low down payments and monthly payment plans with 0% financing.

Only interested in fixing that “one” tooth or just closing that gap? Be sure to ask about our NEW Limited treatment options for correcting those simple issues.

Don’t like impressions? We offer impression-less treatment using our digital intra-oral scanner.

We also understand your schedule is busy. That’s why we are open after school and until 6 PM on Tuesday’s and Thursday’s. We are also the only orthodontic office open on Friday’s.

We are committed to serving you. If you would like to reserve a FREE consultation, please submit a Free Consultation request HERE. You can also call or text us directly at 903-212-7737, and one of our wonderful scheduling concierges will reach out and get you all set up.

Directions from Mount Pleasant TX:

Coming from Mount Pleasant? Simply begin by heading south on TX-49 E and US-259 S for 54 miles on to 4th Street in Longview. Then take a right onto Medical Circle and you will find us on the right at 801 Medical Circle.

If you have any additional questions about Mack and Hansen Orthodontics or want to discover how Dr. Spencer Mack and Dr. Andrew Hansen can help you gain straighter teeth and a healthier smile with braces or Invisalign please contact us today! You can also visit www.etxortho.com to learn more about our orthodontists and request a complimentary consult, or you can call us at 903-212-7737. We’re conveniently located in Longview, TX and are just a quick drive from Mount Pleasant, Marshall, Carthage, Henderson, Kilgore, and Gilmer.

If you have been thinking about starting orthodontic treatment with braces or invisalign, or are currently going through orthodontic treatment, you may be thinking about retainers…

Will you need to wear retainers once you finish treatment? The answer is yes, you will. Let us explain why. Once your teeth are straight, you need to keep them straight, and that is exactly what retainers will do. Changes in tooth position is a naturally occurring phenomenon that will occur throughout one’s lifetime. If you want to keep your teeth in the position they are after you finish your orthodontic treatment, regardless of it is with braces or invisalign, you must wear your retainers. While small changes after treatment finishes is normal, retainers prevent teeth from going back to their original positions.

Why do I need retainers?

Retainers are recommended for two main reasons. The first reason is to allow your bone to heal and rebuild after your teeth have been moved to their new position. The second reason is to maintain the new and healthy positions of your teeth themselves. Just as your body changes throughout your whole life, so do your teeth.

Are there different retainer options?

We have a few different retainer options here at Mack and Hansen Orthodontics. Each patient receives 1 set of retainers at the completion of their treatment. We also offer retainer upgrades, which you can learn about here.

How long do I have to wear my retainers?

You will need to wear your retainers for as long as you want to keep your teeth straight. Many patients wear retainers nightly for life.  Basically, it becomes part of your daily oral hygiene routine. You brush and floss your teeth before bed, and then place in your retainers to wear at night.

We offer several treatment options to take care of those front teeth that have rotated since you had treatment. Often, the cost of orthodontic treatment for an adult will be less than for a child if you've already had treatment when you were younger. To learn about your options you can request a complimentary consult here or you can give us a call or text us at 903-212-7737. We are located just a short drive from Gilmer, Marshall, Kilgore, Henderson, Carthage, and Mount Pleasant TX.

Packing a lunch for your children that is braces friendly can sometimes be a challenge. We put this list together to help you pack braces friendly foods for your child. We recommend putting in snacks that your children think are yummy, but at the same time healthy and braces friendly. Here are some of the best options to consider this school year in Longview that are Orthodontist Approved...

Yogurt or Pudding
Yogurt is usually a healthier option than pudding, but both are braces friendly. Yogurt is loaded with probiotics that can help keep gums, mouths, and stomachs healthy. Orthodontist's love this food for patient's!

Whole Grain Pita and Hummus
Instead of packing buttery popcorn, which is a big NO with braces, add whole grain pita or chopped up vegetables with hummus instead. Popcorn can damage your children’s teeth, with or without braces, and can even lead to tooth decay.

String Cheese
Cheese is great for your child’s teeth and definitely a braces friendly food. The calcium boosts their enamel, which makes their mouth stronger.

Fresh Fruit
Fruit cups and dried fruit snacks contain high amounts of sugar that if not brushed off of teeth will lead to decay and cavities. Fresh fruit like apples, pears, and watermelon have lots of water which helps wash away the sugar.

Flavored Water
Fruit Juice is something that you will want to try and avoid due to its high sugar content. Natural flavored, sugar-free water is a great alternative.

If you have any additional questions about Mack and Hansen Orthodontics or want to discover how our Orthodontists, Dr. Spencer Mack and Dr. Andrew Hansen can help you gain straighter teeth and a healthier smile with braces or Invisalign please contact us today! You can also visit www.etxortho.com to learn more about our orthodontists and request a complimentary consult, or you can call us at 903-212-7737. Our orthodontic office is conveniently located in Longview, TX and are just a quick drive from Marshall, Carthage, Henderson, Kilgore, and Gilmer.