Orthodontist in Hillside, IL for Braces, Clear Aligners & Invisalign®
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Welcome to Orthodontic Experts Hillside, IL
For families in Hillside and neighboring Westchester, orthodontic care is close to home at our South Mannheim Road office. Dr. Diana Torres sees kids, teens and adults here, offering metal, ceramic and gold braces, Invisalign®, and other clear aligners.
You may have a dentist’s recommendation, questions about your kid’s developing teeth, or a change you would like to make to your own smile. A no-cost consultation gives you an opportunity to discuss those concerns with our orthodontist in Arlington Heights, who speaks English and Spanish, and understand whether treatment would help.
What Can You Expect From Our Hillside Team?
Before choosing an orthodontist practice, it helps to know who will assess your smile and how the clinic will support your visits. These are some practical reasons to consider our Hillside orthodontist clinic.
Expert Orthodontists
and Team
- Board-Certified Orthodontists (AAO, ABO)
- Multilingual Staff
- State-of-the-art technology
- Treats Complex Orthodontic Issues
Affordable
Orthodontic Care
- Accepts Medicaid
- Major Insurances are accepted
- Payment Plans with zero interest rate
- Accepts Care-Credit to cover out-of-pocket costs
Comprehensive
Treatment Options
- Same Day Braces
- Customized Clear Aligner and Invisalign® treatment
- Interceptive orthodontic treatment
- Surgical orthodontics
Discounts
and Offers
- Braces at $195*/months
- Clear Aligner $500*down
- Free Clear Retainers at the end of your treatment
- Complimentary Digital Scan ($250 Value)
- Free T-shirt & Hygiene Kit*
Accessible and
Trusted Care
- Evening & Weekend Appointments
- 24/7 emergency line
- 50,000+ smiles transformed
Meet Our Orthodontist in Hillside, IL
Dr. Diana Torres
DDS, MS | Member of AAO
Dr. Diana Torres first experienced orthodontics as a patient. The change in her own smile and confidence inspired her to pursue a career helping others through treatment. She brings that perspective to conversations with patients who are considering braces or aligners for the first time.
Originally from Colombia, Dr. Torres earned her dental degree at Universidad CES. She later graduated with high honors from Boston University’s dental program and completed her residency in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics there. Her professional profile also recognizes her OKU Chapter Award of Excellence.
“I decided to become an orthodontist because I went through orthodontic treatment when I was younger, and it felt like it changed my life.” – Dr. Diana Torres
Understand Your Orthodontic Appliance Choices in Hillside
Braces and Invisalign® in Hillside
Different appliances can offer different ways to approach the same concern. Our orthodontist in Hillside will assess the movements your teeth need before discussing suitable options, their appearance and the care each one requires.
Metal Braces in Hillside
With metal braces, brackets stay attached to your teeth while a wire helps guide them into position. At review appointments, your orthodontist checks movement and makes adjustments to the appliance. This approach can address many alignment and bite problems. Daily brushing around the brackets and following food precautions are part of treatment.
Ceramic Braces in Hillside
Ceramic braces may appeal to patients who prefer a subtler appearance but want an appliance that stays in place. The brackets are clear or tooth-colored; the treatment still uses wires and regular orthodontic visits. Our orthodontist can explain whether ceramic brackets suit the planned correction and discuss their care and price before you decide.
Gold Braces in Hillside
If you like a warmer metallic look, ask to see the gold-colored brackets available at our clinic. Gold braces use a fixed bracket-and-wire system. We can explain how this finish affects the price and how to care for your braces.
Invisalign® in Hillside
Our Hillside clinic provides Invisalign® treatment. Each set of custom trays is one step in a planned sequence of tooth movements, with appointments to review your progress. The trays come out for meals and cleaning, but consistent wear is essential, typically 20–22 hours daily, as directed. Your assessment will establish whether Invisalign® is appropriate for your teeth and bite.
Clear Aligners in Hillside
Invisalign® is one of the clear aligner options available at our clinic. If another system is recommended, we will identify it and explain the treatment proposed. Useful questions include how often to change trays, whether attachments are needed, and how additional aligners or retainers are handled. The brand name is only one part of understanding your plan.
Bring Your Questions to the First Visit At Our Hillside Clinic
Request a No-Cost Orthodontic Consultation in Hillside
You do not need to choose an appliance before making an appointment. Start with an examination and a conversation about what you have noticed. We will review your health history and discuss what the findings mean for treatment.
Your First No-Cost Consultation Includes:
- A Digital iTero® 3D Scan:
Accurate, radiation-free view of teeth and bite structure. - A Full Orthodontic Evaluation By Your Doctor:
Experienced orthodontist examines alignment, bite, and jaw function. - Bite & Spacing Analysis:
Identifies concerns such as crowding, spacing, and misalignment. - Personalized Treatment Recommendations:
Your orthodontist explains all options best suited for your case. - Transparent Pricing & Timelines:
Includes costs, monthly payment options, treatment timeline. - All Questions Answered No Pressure:
You’ll receive expert and honest guidance.
Make Sense of Your Treatment Estimate
Braces Costs, Insurance and Payment Plans in Hillside
The cost of orthodontic treatment depends on the care recommended to you. Our Hillside team can help you work through the estimate: the total fee, any anticipated insurance contribution, and how the remaining amount could be paid.
Illinois Medicaid and All Kids
We accept Illinois Medicaid and All Kids. Orthodontic benefits depend on eligibility, clinical requirements and any necessary authorization.
Your Dental Insurance Policy
Orthodontic benefits can differ from routine dental benefits. Provide your current member information so we can check your plan, including any age limits or lifetime orthodontic maximum.
In-House Payment Arrangements
Ask about monthly payments through our practice. Review the total balance, initial payment and payment dates together, including any automatic-payment requirements that apply to the arrangement offered.
CareCredit Financing
Our Hillside clinic accepts CareCredit. If you wish to use it, check the financing terms and repayment requirements for your offer. Credit approval is required.
Care Without Orthodontic Insurance
You can arrange a consultation as a self-pay patient. We can discuss the cost of the recommended treatment and payment options without assuming you have an insurance benefit.
Know What the Estimate Includes
Before you agree to treatment, ask how the fee accounts for diagnostic records, appointments, additional aligners, retainers and replacement appliances. This helps you compare the full scope of care.
- Medicaid
- AllKids
- Blue Cross Community
- Aetna Better Health
- YouthCare
- DCFS
- Illinicare
- Molina
- CountyCare
- Delta Dental PPO (all states)
- BCBS
- Unicare
- Cigna
- Aetna
- Delta Dental
- Careington
- Unum
- Starmount
- Colonial Life
- AlwaysCare
- Guardian
- Ameritas
- Assurant Dental
- SunLife Financial
- Beam Dental
- BCBS
- Fort Dearborn Life
- Dominion Dental
- UHC
- Lincoln Financial
- MetLife
- Careington PPO
- Metlife PPO
- United HealthCare PPO
- Unicare PPO
- United Concordia PPO
- Principal (includes Ameritas, Reliance)
- Cigna PPO & Total Advantage PPO
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Care From the First Check to Adult Treatment in Hillside
Orthodontic Visits for Kids, Teens, and Adults
A growing kid’s assessment and an adult’s treatment plan begin with different questions. Our Hillside clinic welcomes patients at each of these stages.
Pediatric Orthodontics
The first visit can answer a parent’s most immediate question: is this something to treat now or watch as more permanent teeth arrive? The American Association of Orthodontists recommends an evaluation by age 7. An early examination is not a commitment to braces. Some kids benefit from early care; others need periodic checks as they grow.
Teens Orthodontics
An appliance needs to work for the planned tooth movements, and a teen needs to understand how to care for it. We discuss cleaning fixed braces, managing removable trays, and following instructions for any elastics. Questions about school lunches, sports and keeping track of aligners are welcome during the appointment.
Adults Orthodontics
If you have crowns, missing teeth, previous orthodontic treatment or planned dental work, mention them at your assessment. adult orthodontic treatment takes the condition of your teeth and gums into account as well as your goals. We can discuss appropriate braces or aligner options and how orthodontic treatment fits with care from your regular dentist.
Find Our Orthodontists at Hillside Town Center
Your Appointment on Mannheim Road
Our clinic is at 100 S Mannheim Rd, Suite G04, in Hillside Town Center near I-290. Use the suite number when locating the clinic within the shopping center. If you need help finding the entrance, call (708) 540-1770 and our team can assist.
Recognizable Places Around Our Orthodontic Clinic in Hillside
Target on South Mannheim Road is a useful reference point for the shopping center. Hillside Bowl and Hillside Public Library are other local landmarks. Use our clinic map for the route to your appointment from wherever you are starting.
- Target Hillside (2 mins from clinic)
- Hillside Bowl (3 mins from clinic)
- Hillside Public Library (6 mins from clinic)
Visiting From Westchester or Another Nearby Community?
Our Hillside orthodontic clinic also welcomes patients from surrounding western suburbs. Explore the community pages below for more information about visiting us. Your appointment is at our Mannheim Road clinic in Hillside.
Understanding Teeth and Bite Alignment
Concerns We Can Assess at Your Visit
You do not need to know the name of an orthodontic condition to ask about it. Show us what you have noticed or describe what feels different when you bite. The examination helps us identify the issue and discuss whether care is needed.
Crowding
Occurs due to a lack of space in the jaw, causing the teeth to twist.
Overbite
The top front teeth extend beyond the bottom front teeth.
Gapped Teeth
Too large spaces between the teeth, medically known as a diastema.
Open bite
Misalignment of the upper and lower teeth when the mouth is closed.
Underbite
The lower jaw and bottom teeth extend beyond the front upper teeth.
Crossbite
A condition where the upper teeth tilt towards the lower teeth.
Overjet
Also known as “buck teeth,” where the upper teeth overlap the lower teeth.
Crooked Teeth
A condition where the teeth are not properly aligned.
Check What Our Patients Say About Us
Read Feedback About Our Hillside clinic
Patient comments can help you get a sense of the clinic and team before your first visit. These excerpts come from our Hillside Google profile.
rating score: 4.9 of 5, based on 605 reviews.
Very good experience, the people are very kind
I really like this place it’s calm and employees are super nice and respectful! I wa super excited to get my braces here!
(Translated by Google) The best care and service I've received in years... my children and I are very satisfied with the results... 100% recommended! (Original) La mejor atención y servicio que he recibido desde años .. mis hijos y yo estamos muy satisfechos con los resultados … 100% recomendable!
Kelly was amazing and helpful!
I love my Hillside office! Their customer service is always great. My appointments are always simple and informative. I learn something new everytime I visit!
Great experience , kelly did great
Great service !! Great treament. ❤️
Very good service and all the workers are nice.
Phenomenal staff and doctor on every visit. Jasmin is the best Everytime for assistance!
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the first orthodontic consultation free?
Yes. We offer a no-cost initial consultation at our Hillside clinic. It is an opportunity to have your concerns assessed and discuss treatment recommendations.
Does the Hillside clinic offer Invisalign® itself?
Yes. We provide Invisalign® and other clear aligner systems. Let us know if you want to discuss Invisalign specifically.
How much would my braces or aligner treatment cost?
We need to assess your teeth and the scope of treatment to give you an individual estimate. Ask for the full fee and what it includes, together with any insurance contribution, initial payment and monthly schedule.
Does Hillside accept UnitedHealthcare dental insurance?
UnitedHealthcare is among the providers listed by our Hillside clinic. Coverage and network status depend on your particular policy. Give the team the details from your current member card so we can check your orthodontic benefits before treatment.
Can Illinois Medicaid or All Kids pay for braces?
Orthodontic coverage may be available when the patient’s eligibility and the program’s clinical and authorization requirements are met. Our clinic accepts Illinois Medicaid and All Kids and can explain the evaluation process.
Is age seven too young for an orthodontic appointment?
No. An evaluation by age seven is recommended even when a kid still has baby teeth. The purpose is to check development and identify concerns. Your kid may need monitoring rather than immediate treatment; the examination helps determine the timing.
How long will I need braces or aligners?
The estimate depends on the correction required, growth where relevant and the proposed treatment. Your orthodontist can discuss a likely timeline after assessment.
Do I still see my regular dentist during treatment?
Yes. Orthodontic appointments do not replace dental checkups and cleanings. Continue seeing your dentist on the schedule they recommend, and tell both teams about any planned dental work or new concerns.
What if a bracket breaks or an aligner is lost?
You can call us at (773)-904-2983 at our emergency line for any kind of emergencies. The team can advise you on the next step and whether an appointment is needed. Check with us before moving to another aligner or trying to adjust an appliance yourself.
Will I need retainers after treatment?
Retainers help maintain the positions of teeth after active treatment. Your orthodontist will explain the recommended type and wear schedule.
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