College-Ready Smiles by Christenson Family Orthodontics!

Congratulations and good luck to all our patients who are getting ready to head off to college with their beautiful, confident smiles! Dr. Christenson & Dr. Oakley are proud of all our Chesapeake Orthodontist and Virginia Beach Orthodontist patients continuing their education around the country. Please let this also serve as a friendly reminder that…

Adult Orthodontics

Today, more than ever before, adults are seeking orthodontic treatment in Chesapeake and Virginia Beach. In this world where almost every moment is captured in photos or video, you want your smile to reflect your inner beauty and confidence! There is no such thing as being too old for Orthodontics in Chesapeake or Virginia Beach….

Does Invisalign cost more than braces?

Patients are often concerned about Invisalign (clear aligners) costing more than braces.  While cost is absolutely a concern, at Christenson Family Orthodontics, we don’t want our patients to choose their orthodontic treatment based on cost.  With very few exceptions, we do not increase treatment fees when patients choose Invisalign over traditional braces. Benefits of Clear…

Should I get Invisalign?

Did you know that your teeth don’t know whether plastic or metal are pushing on them?  Your teeth experience the same kind of forces with Invisalign as they do with traditional braces.  The cells that are responsible for moving your teeth have no idea what you have on your teeth.  They just respond to the…