Saline sits about 7 miles south of our Ann Arbor office, and most of the drive is one road, Maple Road. Named for the natural salt springs beneath it, Saline is a close neighbor, and this page covers the route, the schools your children may attend, and what to expect at a first visit.
At Ann Arbor Orthodontics, we welcome patients from Saline and the surrounding area. You'll meet Dr. Mary Beth Moenssen and Dr. Brandon Shoukri at our Ann Arbor office, roughly 12 minutes from Saline without traffic.
Our office at 2084 South Main Street in Ann Arbor is about 7 miles from downtown Saline, roughly a 12-minute drive without traffic. More than half of that is on Maple Road, which keeps the trip simple.
From downtown Saline, take Michigan Avenue (US-12) east to Maple Road and head north. Follow Maple Road to Ann Arbor-Saline Road, which leads to South Main Street. Your map app can confirm the quickest route on the day.
Saline Area Schools sorts its students into four clear stages, and each one lines up with a different moment in orthodontic care. The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children have a first orthodontic check-up by age 7. Here is where each stage tends to fall:
The district's online calendar makes it easy to choose appointment days around breaks. We'll go over the likely visit schedule up front, so your family can fit appointments around school and activities.
Every smile has its own timeline. Some children are good candidates for Phase 1 Treatment while they're still growing, some only need regular check-ups, and teens and adults can compare Braces and Invisalign. We'll walk through the options at your consultation and explain our recommendation.
Downtown Saline is the center of community life. Destination Ann Arbor's Saline guide lists the annual events held in the streets of downtown, including Oktoberfest, the Saline Celtic Festival, the Saline Summerfest, the Summer Music Series, and the Saline Winterfest, and it points to the Saline Farmers Market and 12 parks with green space, boat launches, and natural salt springs.
Your first visit is a complimentary consultation at our Ann Arbor office, with no commitment to begin treatment. We'll examine your child's teeth and bite, discuss whether treatment is recommended, and provide a cost estimate if it is. The American Association of Orthodontists lays out the typical appointment in its first appointment guide, including the exam, the treatment plan, and the cost conversation.
In many cases we take a digital scan with 3D Scanning instead of using impression trays, and Finance & Insurance is easy to review before you commit. When you're ready, Schedule a Consultation. For more background, read How Long Does Orthodontic Treatment Take for My Child? or Is Invisalign the Best Way to Straighten Your Teeth? first.
