Driving from Chilliwack to see an orthodontist is a real commitment, and we do not take it lightly. Beyond Braces is a specialist orthodontic practice in South Surrey, roughly an hour west along Highway 1 depending on traffic. Families from Sardis, Vedder, Promontory and Yarrow come to us because they want a registered specialist to plan their child’s treatment, and because the way we run treatment means far fewer drives than they expect.
This page explains what that looks like in practice: how many in-person visits are typical, what can be handled from home, and how to find out whether making the trip is worthwhile before you set off.
Start from home with a virtual consultation
For Chilliwack families, the sensible first step is often a virtual consultation. You send a handful of photos of the teeth and a short note about what you have noticed, and Dr. Walinder S. Dhol reviews them himself. He will tell you whether it looks like something to watch, something worth treating now, or nothing to worry about yet. It costs nothing and there is no obligation to book.
If an in-person visit makes sense, the complimentary consultation at our office takes about an hour. We take a 3D iTero scan and imaging, Dr. Dhol explains what he sees on screen, and you leave with a written plan, a timeline and the full cost. You can then decide at home, on your own schedule.
How we keep the Highway 1 trips to a minimum
Orthodontic treatment used to mean an appointment every few weeks. For patients who live an hour away, that rhythm is hard to keep. We plan around it:
- DentalMonitoring. Patients take quick scans at home with a phone and a small retractor. Our team reviews them and only calls you in when something actually needs a hands-on visit.
- Longer intervals with Invisalign. Aligner patients typically come in every six to nine weeks, and remote monitoring can stretch some of those gaps further.
- Combined appointments. Siblings can be booked back to back so one drive covers the whole family.
- Supplies by mail. Spare retainers, elastics and aligner cases can be delivered to your door.
Is a specialist worth the drive from Chilliwack?
That depends on the case. Simple spacing in an adult might be handled well in many settings. A child with a narrow jaw, a developing crossbite, impacted canines or a skeletal underbite is a different matter. Those problems depend on timing and on reading growth correctly, which is exactly what orthodontic specialty training covers. Dr. Dhol completed his orthodontic residency at the University of Toronto after dental school at the University of Alberta, and he has practised as a specialist for more than twenty years.
If you already have a treatment recommendation from somewhere else and simply want it checked, we also offer a free second opinion. Many parents find it reassuring to hear a second specialist confirm a plan, or to learn that a less involved option exists.
Treatment options for Chilliwack patients
Early treatment for children
Some bite problems are easier to correct while a child is still growing. For the right child, a short phase of early treatment, sometimes with an expander, can make room for incoming teeth and guide the jaws into better balance. It is not needed in every case, and we will say so when it is not. When braces are part of early care, braces for kids are usually limited to a short first phase.
Invisalign clear aligners
For distance patients, Invisalign is often a good fit because each set of aligners is made in advance and the intervals between visits are longer. Beyond Braces is a Blue Diamond Invisalign provider.
Braces
Metal and clear ceramic braces remain the most versatile option for complex rotations and significant bite correction. Adults from Chilliwack often choose clear ceramic braces for adults, which we plan around work schedules.
Paying for treatment
You receive the full fee in writing at the consultation, with no figures added later. We offer no-down-payment options, interest-free monthly plans and direct billing to most extended health insurers. A monthly payment estimate is easy to work out online before you visit.
Dr. Dhol will tell you honestly whether aligners suit your child’s bite, and when braces would do the job better.
Common questions from Chilliwack families
How many times will we need to come to South Surrey?
It varies with the treatment. Expect an in-person consultation, an appointment to start treatment, and periodic check-ins. Remote monitoring replaces many of the routine visits that used to fill the calendar.
What if something breaks between visits?
Call or text us first. Many small problems, such as a wire that pokes, can be managed at home with our guidance until your next planned visit.
Do we need a referral?
No referral is needed. Book directly and we will keep your family dentist in Chilliwack informed.
Take the first step from Chilliwack
Whether you start with photos from home or come straight in, we will give you an honest answer about what your child needs. Book your complimentary consultation, call or text (604) 502-5155, or reach the team online. Our South Surrey office at Morgan Crossing has free parking.
Beyond Braces
15735 Croydon Drive, Unit 101, Surrey, BC V3Z 2L5
Call or text (604) 502-5155