Braces · Coquitlam, BC

What happens at braces adjustment appointments

Braces reviews are used to evaluate progress, change wires or auxiliaries and decide what the next stage of treatment requires.

Orthodontic clinician checking braces and archwire progress at a review appointment
The practical framework

What matters for this decision

Progress check

The clinician looks at tooth positions, bite relationships, hygiene and whether the planned mechanics are working.

Wire or elastic changes

Components may be changed to alter force direction or continue movement.

Not every visit feels the same

Some appointments involve small changes; others introduce new mechanics and may cause temporary tenderness.

Attendance matters

Repeated missed appointments can interrupt monitoring and delay necessary adjustments.

Decision context

Fixed braces require active clinical monitoring and careful daily maintenance.

The details that matter include the movement being planned, bracket and wire mechanics, review appointments, oral hygiene and how breakages are handled.

Clinical destination

myORTHODONTIST Coquitlam

When you are ready for an in-person assessment, care is available through myORTHODONTIST Coquitlam. The practice currently lists Dr. Aly Kanani and Dr. Alireza Haerian Ardekani among its orthodontists and offers braces and Invisalign for children, teens and adults.

1158 The High St #106, Coquitlam, BC V3B 0C6604-949-0654
Questions people ask

Useful answers before you decide

What should I do if something on my braces breaks?

Contact the orthodontic office for advice. The urgency depends on what broke, whether it is causing pain and whether it could interfere with treatment.

Why are braces reviewed periodically?

Review visits allow the orthodontic team to assess progress and make changes required for the next stage.

Does every braces patient follow the same sequence?

No. Wire changes, auxiliaries, elastics and appointment timing depend on the individual treatment plan.

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Clinical information

Last reviewed September 5, 2026. Educational content only. Treatment availability, provider schedules, fees and office policies can change; confirm current details directly with the clinical practice.