Patient Resources

Your Journey to a Healthier Smile Begins Here

Your Journey to a Healthier Smile Begins Here

Our patient resources cover orthodontic financing, braces insurance support, orthodontic emergency steps and braces care for patients of Hansen Orthodontics & Aesthetics in El Paso, TX. At Hansen Orthodontics & Aesthetics, we believe in empowering patients with knowledge, support, and a personalized experience from day one. Whether you’re starting treatment for yourself or your child, our goal is to make every step comfortable, clear, and confident — from your first visit to long-term care.

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Your First Visit

Your First Visit

Your first appointment is more than an introduction — it’s the foundation for your future smile. During this visit, you’ll meet our caring team, tour our state-of-the-art office, and receive a comprehensive orthodontic evaluation using advanced digital technology.

Instead of traditional molds, we use comfortable intraoral scanners for fast, precise digital impressions. This allows us to build a fully personalized treatment plan while answering all your questions and helping you understand every available option. We’re here to guide you — not pressure you — toward a confident decision about your smile.

Orthodontic Emergency Care

Orthodontic Emergency Care

Orthodontic issues can happen between visits, but most are manageable with the right steps. If you’re experiencing discomfort after hours, follow these tips:

For general guidance, MouthHealthy also covers dental emergencies.

Financial & Insurance Support

Financial & Insurance Support

We believe orthodontic care should be accessible for everyone. That’s why we offer:

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Flexible monthly payment plans

With low or no interest

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Extended terms

For reduced monthly payments

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Third-party financing

With trusted medical lenders

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Support with all insurance providers

To maximize your benefits and reduce out-of-pocket costs

Need Help ?

Need Help?

Our team is happy to review your benefits and create a custom payment plan that works for your financial situation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you accept my insurance?
We work with most major dental and orthodontic insurance plans. Contact our office with your provider information and we’ll verify your benefits before your first visit.
Your first visit includes a complimentary consultation, a review of your smile goals, any needed scans or X-rays, and a personalized treatment plan discussion with Dr. Hansen.
Yes — we offer flexible financing options to help make treatment fit your budget. Our team can walk you through the details during your consultation.
Call our office right away — see the Orthodontic Emergency Care section above for immediate steps you can take at home while you wait to be seen.
Appointment frequency depends on your treatment type — Damon braces and Spark aligners each follow a different schedule, which we’ll map out for you during your consultation.

Appliance & Aligner Care

Appliance & Aligner Care

To keep your treatment effective and your mouth healthy, follow these daily habits:

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Brush after every meal with a soft-bristle toothbrush

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Rinse with mouthwash to reduce bacteria and freshen breath

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Avoid sticky or hard foods that can damage braces

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Store aligners in their case to avoid loss or exposure to bacteria

Orthodontic financing and braces insurance in El Paso

We believe orthodontic care should be accessible. Our orthodontic financing options include flexible monthly payment plans with low or no interest, extended terms for reduced monthly payments, and third-party financing with trusted medical lenders. Our team will review your benefits and create a custom payment plan for your situation.

Does insurance cover braces?

We work with most major dental and orthodontic insurance plans. Send our office your provider information and we will verify your braces insurance benefits before your first visit. Coverage depends on your specific plan, so we help you understand yours. Learn more about early treatment for children or Damon braces.

What to do in an orthodontic emergency

If you have an orthodontic emergency, such as discomfort or a problem with your appliance between visits, call our office right away at (915) 201-0881. The emergency care tips above can help at home while you wait to be seen.

Braces care and aligner care

Good braces care starts with daily habits, listed above. For more detail, read our blog on keeping your teeth clean while wearing braces, our guide to care after braces and MouthHealthy’s braces guide.

Ready for your first visit?

Your first visit includes a complimentary consultation. Take our office tour, see our orthodontic technology, then book your free consultation or contact us. Hansen Orthodontics & Aesthetics, 7340 Cimarron Market Ave Building B, El Paso, TX 79912. Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday. Call (915) 201-0881.

Experience the Hansen Difference

Your smile is more than aesthetics—it’s confidence, connection, and opportunity. At Hansen Orthodontics, we combine precision, artistry, and care to craft smiles that truly inspire.

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