Hodge, John J DMD, MS

Welcome to the office of Dr. John Hodge, where we are dedicated to providing exceptional orthodontic care to the residents of East Mississippi. Our top priority is to offer the highest quality orthodontic treatment using state-of-the-art technology to enhance your experience. We maintain the most advanced procedures, appliances, and equipment available to orthodontists, including 3D X-rays, advanced computer graphics, Clarity Advanced ceramic braces, Victory Series braces, and 3M Clarity Aligners clear aligners. Our team is committed to ensuring that every patient achieves a healthy and beautiful smile.

Our special interest is the detection of problems at an early age so that we can provide interceptive treatment. Early interceptive orthodontic treatment has proven to be beneficial for the overall desired result. Because a young child's permanent teeth have not finished erupting, we can thoroughly evaluate the dental arch and its related structures. By starting treatment early, we can recognize potential problems and correct them before they become more serious, saving you and your child time and money by preventing future problems before they begin.

Our Services

At our office, we provide a comprehensive range of orthodontic treatments for patients of all ages. We offer early interceptive orthodontic treatment, adolescent treatment, and adult treatment.

*Early Treatment*: Early interceptive orthodontic treatment has proven to be beneficial for the overall desired result. Because a young child's permanent teeth have not finished erupting, we can thoroughly evaluate the dental arch and its related structures. We may recommend early treatment to correct problems such as crossbites, underbites, open bites, deep bites, and crowding. Early treatment can also improve growth problems that affect profiles and facial shapes as well as jaw functions.

*Adolescent Treatment*: Typically, Phase II treatment is normal orthodontic treatment, which involves placing braces on the patient once his or her permanent teeth have erupted. The braces straighten the permanent teeth and align the bite correctly. We use the most advanced procedures, appliances, and equipment available to orthodontists, including Clarity Advanced ceramic braces, Victory Series braces, and 3M Clarity Aligners clear aligners, to ensure that every patient achieves a healthy and beautiful smile.

*Adult Treatment*: More and more adults today are seeking orthodontic treatment to improve their smile. We offer a full range of treatments specifically designed for adults, such as Clarity Advanced ceramic braces, Victory Series braces, and 3M Clarity Aligners clear aligners. These treatments are discreet and comfortable, leaving you with a dramatically different smile.

*Carestream 3D X-ray*: The Carestream imaging system provides top-quality panoramic X-ray images. Using this state-of-the-art digital X-ray system, we can capture clear and detailed images within seconds. With these images, we can evaluate the position of teeth, diagnose dental problems, and plan orthodontic treatment effectively.

*3M Clarity Advanced Brackets*: Clarity Advanced brackets feature a comfortable design with a translucent appearance. Many patients enjoy the combination of ceramic and metal because it is simultaneously attractive and sturdy. These brackets are designed to blend with your natural tooth color, providing a discreet and aesthetic appearance.

At our office, we believe that every patient deserves a healthy and beautiful smile. We are committed to providing personalized and compassionate care to achieve the best possible results. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and take the first step towards your new smile!