AboutHoward Finnk, D.D.S. Expertise I am a Family and Cosmetic dentist, and
will answer questions on any aspect of dentistry and matters relating to the smile, gums, jaws and lower face. Member ADA, MDA, MDS, Academy of General Dentistry, Vedder Honors Society, Mt. Sinai Hospital Guild; Volunteer: Project Dental Health, Tri-County
Dental Health Council.
Experience After having attained over 30 years of experience in private practice in Michigan, in 2001 I was re-certified by taking and passing the Florida State Dental Board Examination. In addition, I am now a member of the Florida Dental Association, Broward County Dental Association, and the Atlantic Coast District Dental Society. In September, 2004, I was appointed Adjunct Clinical Professor at Nova University's College of Dental Medicine. I am certified in placement of Mini Dental Implants, and I am Director of The Florida Implant Center.
Expert: Howard Finnk, D.D.S. Date: 7/6/2008 Subject: Continue treatment in another state.
Question Is it possible to start a braces treatment in Maryland and continue the treatment in Georgia?
I'm going to move in one month and I would like to start the treatment right away.
Answer Dear Rob: Yes it is possible. But seeing that braces treatments usually run for 2 years or longer, it would be wiser to wait until you've moved. One month won't make a difference in the overall scheme of treatment, and it is better to begin and end with the same orthodontist. As there are different philosophies of orthodontic tooth movement, you will want to stay with the same orthodontist. dd
