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Your Trusted Orthodontist in Queens, NY
At &align Orthodontics, we are dedicated to transforming smiles through personalized, high-quality orthodontic care. Our team prioritizes patient comfort and education, working closely with individuals and their dental teams to create tailored treatment plans. With a focus on ethical clinical practices and community engagement, we strive to build lasting relationships while delivering exceptional results. Dr. Nishat Shahabuddin, a board-certified orthodontist, brings extensive expertise and a passion for aesthetic dentistry to every patient interaction. Our practice combines advanced techniques with a commitment to affordability, offering flexible financing options and accepting most major insurance plans. We emphasize clear communication, ensuring patients understand their treatment journey from consultation to retention. Located in Queens, NY, our office provides a welcoming environment where families receive comprehensive care designed to meet their unique needs.
Services
Braces
Aligners
Retainers
Early Treatment
Orthopedic Treatment
Served areas
- Queens, NY and surrounding areas
Highlights and features
- We offer board-certified orthodontic expertise with personalized treatment plans
- Our practice combines advanced techniques with transparent, ethical care
- Flexible financing options make treatment accessible for all patients
- We maintain open communication with both patients and their dental teams
- Community-focused approach with deep local knowledge in Queens, NY
Associations and certifications
- American Board of Orthodontics
What people say
Pleasant
Efficient
Friendly office
Clean
Well-behaved
Services
Retainers
Explore our 'nighttime for a lifetime' retainers at &align in Queens, NY. We offer additional or replacement retainers and discuss options for fixed retention. Touch-up treatment may be recommended before placing fixed retainers.
Metal Braces
Our traditional metal choice incorporates top-notch braces, applying gentle yet tooth- and root-friendly pressure, ensuring successful outcomes even for intricate treatment plans. Appointments are typically spaced 4-8 weeks apart, with color adjustments made during each visit for a consistently brilliant result.
Clear Braces
Embrace the esthetic and effective Clear braces at &align in Queens, NY. Crafted from ceramic, they offer comfort and confidence throughout your treatment. Combining clear on top with metal on the bottom ensures long-term health. Visits every 4-8 weeks.
Aligners
Our aligners stand out as the most aesthetically pleasing treatment choice. These removable plastic aligners empower patients to easily insert and remove them at their convenience. While fixed dental filling material pieces, known as "attachments," are affixed to the teeth, the plastic aligners can be taken out for brushing, promoting long-term dental health for teeth, gums, and roots. In certain cases involving more intricate treatment plans, a combination of braces and aligners may be integrated into hybrid treatment approaches. Appointments are usually spaced every 4-12 weeks.
Whitening
During many orthodontic treatments, teeth often develop a yellowish tint due to limited access for cleaning. Inquire about our in-office teeth whitening choices and take-home whitening gels!
Surgical Orthodontics
Certain patients may benefit from combining orthodontic treatment with orthognathic surgery for the best results. This approach demands meticulous planning and timing, effective communication between your orthodontist and oral surgeon, and a dedicated team committed to achieving excellent outcomes. We're here to assist you in navigating these more complex treatment modalities and exploring alternative options, if feasible.
Palate Expanders
Expanders represent a treatment method designed to broaden the upper jaw. In certain instances, the use of an expander can also facilitate the creation of space for crowded teeth. Expanders may yield positive impacts on growth and enhance the airway. For individuals who have stopped growing, alternative methods of expansion may be necessary. We are pleased to discuss the advantages and indications of using an expander if it is deemed beneficial for your treatment.
Habit Breakers
Habit breakers are crafted to deter finger-related habits such as nail biting and thumb-sucking, as well as habits involving forward tongue posture or interactions with objects like pencils or blankets. If left unaddressed, these habits can significantly impact not only dental health but also overall growth in children. It is crucial that patients are emotionally prepared to cease these habits permanently. Once ready, habit breakers and other treatment options can be implemented to discourage these behaviors. It's important to be cautious, as a recurrence of habits may lead to shifts in teeth alignment.
Gingivectomy
Gum size and shape undergo alterations during the course of treatment. Some areas may experience a decrease in height and thickness, while others may see an increase. Frequently, inadequate brushing can lead to overgrowth and inflammation of the gums during treatment. Consult with our team members to learn effective at-home hygiene techniques to minimize gum overgrowth. If changes occur, we may temporarily remove wires to allow swelling to subside. It's noteworthy that 6-8 weeks after braces removal, gum swelling tends to decrease significantly due to improved access for tooth brushing. In cases where gum reshaping is necessary, we provide in-office procedures known as gingivectomies to level and reduce the gums. If adjustments involve adding gum tissue or require a more complex gingivectomy, we will refer you to a specialist in gum care.
Questions
What insurance plans do you accept?
We accept most major insurance plans including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, and United Healthcare. Our team will help maximize your orthodontic benefits.
Do you offer financing options?
Yes, we provide flexible financing plans with various down payment and monthly payment options to accommodate different budgets.
What orthodontic services do you provide?
We offer comprehensive services including metal braces, clear aligners, retainers, early intervention treatment, and orthopedic jaw development solutions.
Are evening or weekend appointments available?
We offer Tuesday and Friday appointments from 10AM-6PM and Saturday hours from 9AM-2PM to accommodate busy schedules.
How often are follow-up visits needed?
Visit frequency varies by treatment: metal/clear braces require 4-8 week intervals, while aligner patients typically visit every 4-12 weeks.
What makes your practice different?
Our board-certified orthodontist combines academic expertise with personalized care, emphasizing patient education and community-focused service in Queens, NY.
Reviews (6)
Delil Kapan
Sep 06, 2023
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It is an excellent place, I am actively receiving treatment here now, I am very pleased, I recommend it and I thank my doctor.
A. Young
Jun 19, 2023
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Dr. Shahabhuddin was highly recommended to me by a friend and I am so glad I took my son to her! Having experienced getting braces at an early age, I knew I wanted someone who was knowledgeable, skillful and willing to take time to answer my many questions. Dr. S delivered all of that, and what surprised me the most was her honesty as well as how much care she showed for my son. Her office is also super nice. Highly recommend!
Saiham Shahabuddin
Oct 20, 2022
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Dr Nishat was very kind and took her time explaining the process to me. Her office staff was courteous and the office itself is brand new and immaculate. She was on time, has extended hours and scheduling the appointment was a breeze!
Jane Leung
Oct 14, 2022
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Beautiful brand new office and super nice Doctor! I saw Dr. S for braces and did a clear aligned scan to look at virtual 3D outcomes. The Dr spent a lot of time with me going over my questions since I was thinking of doing an accelerated case (about 1 year). Front staff was also friendly and took the time to take care of my last minute scheduling change
Chang Ouyang
Sep 28, 2022
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Came in with my daughter to do a consult for Invisalign. We did the Invisalign scan and talked to the doctor for about an hour about her thoughts. She was so nice and took the time to answer all our questions. Loved the office and definitely coming back!
Lori
Sep 04, 2022
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I would 100% recommend working with Dr Shahabuddin. She is a good listener, I felt like she listened to all my concerns and was honest about what treatments would or wouldn't make sense for my issue. She answered all my questions and even explained what each of the instruments were used for. The office was clean and easy to get to!