Eden Prairie Orthodontics: Braces & Invisalign at Ovation Orthodontics
What Is Orthodontic Care in Eden Prairie?
Eden Prairie orthodontics is the branch of dentistry that straightens teeth and corrects bites using braces, clear aligners, and growth-guiding appliances. An orthodontist completes dental school plus a multi-year residency focused only on tooth movement and jaw development. At Ovation Orthodontics, that means care built around your bite, your face, and your goals.
Our doctors treat the full range of alignment concerns:
- Crowding and crooked teeth
- Gaps and spacing
- Overbite, underbite, and crossbite
- Open bite and midline shifts
- Jaw growth differences in growing kids
Smile solutions include Invisalign, Invisalign First for younger kids, palate expanders, metal braces, clear braces, and WildSmiles braces in shapes like stars and soccer balls.
Dr. Adam Hoxie, Dr. Mike Hoxie, Dr. Mike Lee, and Dr. Tiffany Waki lead every case personally. Each doctor is an orthodontic specialist with residency training beyond dental school. That specialty focus matters: every plan you hear about comes from someone who studies tooth movement all day, every day, rather than fitting it around a general practice schedule.
Ovation Orthodontics serves families in Eden Prairie plus Minnetonka and the Lake Minnetonka area, Chaska, Chanhassen, and Waconia. Four convenient offices keep care close to home, no matter which side of the west metro you call yours.
Benefits of Choosing a Local Eden Prairie Orthodontist
Staying close to home changes how orthodontics fits into real life. Short drives mean fewer missed classes, fewer rearranged workdays, and quick help when something needs attention.
Here's what families gain:
- Short trips for check-ins. Adjustment visits are quick, and a loose bracket or lost aligner doesn't wreck your week.
- Every option under one roof. Kids, teens, and adults get metal braces, clear braces, WildSmiles braces, Invisalign, and early treatment appliances from the same team.
- Digital scans, not old-fashioned molds. A handheld scanner builds a 3D model of your teeth in minutes. It's fast, comfortable, and mess-free.
- Easier daily hygiene. Straight teeth are simpler to brush and floss, which lowers the risk of decay and gum irritation over time.
- Better function. Correcting a bite improves chewing and can ease jaw strain caused by teeth that don't meet properly.
- Confidence that sticks around. A straighter smile shows up in school photos, job interviews, and wedding albums for decades.
Money matters too. Ovation Orthodontics offers low monthly financing, 0% interest, and hands-on help filing your insurance so you know exact costs up front. Your first visit is a free consult with no obligation.
What Is the Orthodontic Treatment Process?
Orthodontic treatment at Ovation Orthodontics follows five steps: a free consult with exam and digital scan, a custom plan with clear pricing, appliance placement, progress visits every 6 to 10 weeks, and retention with custom retainers. Minor cases often finish in 6 to 12 months. Full treatment usually runs 18 to 30 months.
Step 1: Your Free Consult
You'll meet one of our doctors, get a clinical exam, low-dose digital X-rays, and a 3D digital scan. Then we walk through your smile solutions side by side, including timing and cost. No pressure, no obligation.
Step 2: Your Custom Plan
We map out which teeth move, in what order, and how long it should take. You'll see the total cost, what insurance is expected to cover, and your monthly amount at 0% interest. Some families qualify to start the same day, so a single visit can cover both the plan and the first step of treatment.
Step 3: Appliance Day
For braces, we bond brackets to each tooth and thread in a guide wire. That wire applies gentle, steady pressure that shifts teeth week after week. For Invisalign, you'll pick up your first set of aligners and learn the 20 to 22 hour daily wear routine.
Step 4: Progress Visits
Plan on stopping by every 6 to 10 weeks. Visits are short: we check tracking, change wires or bands, and answer any questions that came up since last time. Aligner patients can often handle some check-ins virtually, which saves a trip across town on a busy weeknight.
Step 5: Retention
Teeth remember where they came from. Custom retainers hold your new alignment in place, and our doctors monitor the fit so your smile stays put.
Who Is a Candidate for Treatment?
Anyone with healthy teeth and gums is a candidate for care at Ovation Orthodontics. Kids age 7 and up benefit from a first screening, teens ages 11 to 17 make up the classic braces and Invisalign group, and adults 18 and older can straighten teeth or correct a relapse from earlier treatment. Active cavities or gum inflammation get treated first, then we begin.
By Age Group
| Age Group | Common Smile Solutions | What We're Watching |
|---|---|---|
| Kids (7-11) | Invisalign First, palate expanders, early treatment, WildSmiles braces | Crossbites, crowding, jaw growth, habits |
| Teens (11-17) | Metal braces, clear braces, Invisalign | Full bite correction as permanent teeth settle in |
| Adults (18+) | Clear braces, Invisalign | Crowding, spacing, relapse, retreatment |
The American Association of Orthodontists and our doctors recommend that kids visit an orthodontist by age seven. Most young kids leave with stickers, not braces. Early check-ups simply let us catch tiny issues before they turn into big ones.
Signs It's Time to Book
- Teeth that overlap, twist, or crowd together
- Noticeable gaps between teeth
- Upper and lower teeth that don't meet correctly
- Jaw clicking, soreness, or trouble chewing
- Chronic mouth breathing or long-term thumb sucking
- Baby teeth lost very early or very late
Not sure if it's time? A free consult answers that in about an hour.
Why Eden Prairie Families Choose Ovation Orthodontics
Ovation Orthodontics is an orthodontist-owned office. We don't do fillings or cleanings. Braces and aligners are all we do, every single day, and that focus shows up in your smiles.
Our doctors
Dr. Adam Hoxie, Dr. Mike Hoxie, Dr. Mike Lee, and Dr. Tiffany Waki each completed dental school followed by a multi-year orthodontic residency, and all four keep up with continuing education so your care reflects current standards. Dr. Waki brings years of clinical experience to the dream team, and every case gets doctor-level attention from the first scan to the final retainer check.
Our track record
The Ovation family brings 45 years of experience to the west metro, and our doctors have treated families with braces and Invisalign across Eden Prairie, Minnetonka and the Lake Minnetonka area, Chaska, Chanhassen, and Waconia. That adds up to over four decades of applause-worthy smiles, and it shapes how we plan every case, from a single gap closure to a full bite correction.
Our technology
Fast 3D digital scans replace the old putty trays. Low-dose digital imaging keeps radiation minimal. Virtual check-ins save you a trip when a quick look is all that's needed.
Our offices
Families tell us our visits actually run on time and that our team knows their kids by name. Four convenient offices mean you pick the spot that fits your routine, whether that's a stop on the way to school or a quick swing after work.
Our community
We partner with local schools, dentists, and sports teams, and we run a scholarship program for area students. That's community-first orthodontics.
Eden Prairie Orthodontics FAQs
How much do braces or Invisalign cost, and does insurance help?
Cost depends on how much movement your teeth need and how long treatment runs. Ovation Orthodontics gives you the full number at your free consult, before you commit to anything. Many dental plans include an orthodontic benefit, and our team files the paperwork for you. We also offer low monthly financing at 0% interest so the balance fits your budget.
At what age should my child see an orthodontist?
Kids should have a first orthodontic screening by age seven, according to the American Association of Orthodontists. By then, enough permanent teeth have arrived for our doctors to spot crossbites, crowding, and jaw growth patterns. Screening doesn't mean braces. It often means we simply watch and check back once a year.
How long does treatment take?
Minor corrections often wrap up in 6 to 12 months. Full treatment generally takes 18 to 30 months. Your timeline depends on how far teeth need to travel, whether your bite needs correcting, and how consistently you wear aligners or elastics. You'll get an estimated range in writing at your free consult.
Invisalign vs. braces: which is better for me?
Both work well. Invisalign suits people who want a low-profile option and can commit to 20 to 22 hours of daily wear. Braces handle complex rotations and bite changes with no compliance required, and clear braces keep them subtle. Our doctors will tell you honestly which one fits your case, and sometimes both are equally good choices.
| Invisalign | Braces | |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility | Nearly invisible | Metal or clear brackets |
| Removable | Yes, for meals and brushing | No, fixed until removal |
| Best for | Mild to moderate cases, self-motivated wearers | Any case, including complex bites |
| Office visits | Fewer, plus virtual check-ins | Every 6-10 weeks |
Do I need a dentist referral to schedule?
No referral needed. Just give us a call for a free consult. We work closely with area dentists and happily accept referrals, but you're welcome to book directly.
Does treatment hurt, and how often are visits?
Teeth feel tender for a day or two after braces go on and after adjustments, similar to a workout ache. Soft foods and over-the-counter relief handle it easily. Modern braces are slimmer and smoother than what you may remember. Most families visit every 6 to 10 weeks, and appointments are short.
Schedule Your Free Eden Prairie Consultation
Ready to see what's possible? Your free consult at Ovation Orthodontics includes the exam, digital imaging, a 3D scan, and a full treatment plan with pricing, all at no cost and no obligation.
Call (952) 937-0111 or book online at your convenience. We hold after-school and early evening slots because homework and practice schedules matter.
New families and dentist referrals are both welcome, no referral required.
Our offices in Eden Prairie, Minnetonka, Chaska, and Waconia are ready when you are. Pick the one closest to home, meet Dr. Adam Hoxie, Dr. Mike Hoxie, Dr. Mike Lee, or Dr. Tiffany Waki, and let's get started.
Welcome to the Ovation family.