Families in Langley often reach a point where the family dentist says, “It’s time to see an orthodontist.” Beyond Braces is a specialist orthodontic practice at Morgan Crossing in South Surrey, a straightforward drive west along 24 Avenue or 32 Avenue from Langley City, Willoughby and Brookswood. Dr. Walinder S. Dhol has treated patients from across the Fraser Valley for more than twenty years, and Langley parents make up a large share of the children and teens we see.
The first visit is a complimentary consultation. It takes about an hour, you see your child’s 3D scan on the screen, and you leave with a written plan and a clear cost. Nothing starts until you have had time to think it over at home.
Why Langley parents choose a specialist orthodontist
Dr. Walinder S. Dhol is a registered specialist in orthodontics with a DDS from the University of Alberta and his orthodontic training at the University of Toronto. Specialists complete additional years of full-time university training focused only on tooth movement, jaw growth and bite correction. In practical terms, that means your child is assessed by someone who works on bites every day, and who can tell the difference between crowding that will settle on its own and a growth pattern that needs guidance now.
Langley is a young, fast-growing community, and many of the families we meet from Willoughby and Walnut Grove have several children moving through the school years at once. Having one specialist see each child from the first check to the last retainer appointment keeps things simple for busy households.
Early checks for growing Langley kids
The Canadian Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic check by about age 7. At that age most of the jaw growth that matters is still ahead, which gives us room to work with nature rather than against it. A narrow upper jaw, a crossbite, an underbite that is starting to show, or a habit such as thumb sucking can often be corrected far more easily at 8 than at 14.
Not every child needs early treatment. In many cases the right answer is simply to monitor growth and see the child again in six to twelve months. When early work is worthwhile, it may involve an expander or a short first phase of treatment to make room for the adult teeth. Many Langley parents first hear about early orthodontic treatment from their family dentist, and a first phase is usually followed by a rest period while the remaining adult teeth arrive.
Braces and Invisalign for Langley teens and adults
Once the adult teeth are in, most patients choose between two approaches. Braces at our office come in traditional metal or clear ceramic brackets. They are fixed in place, so they work around the clock without anyone having to remember to wear them, and they handle complex rotations and deep bites very predictably. Teenagers who play hockey, soccer or football at Langley Events Centre or the McLeod Athletic Park fields simply wear a mouthguard over them.
Invisalign uses a series of clear, removable aligners made from a digital scan. Beyond Braces is a Blue Diamond Invisalign provider, a status reached through case volume. Many Langley families start braces for teens in the early high school years, when most adult teeth are in and growth is still helping.
Fewer trips down 24 Avenue
We know the drive from Langley is part of the decision. Several things keep appointments to a minimum:
- Remote monitoring. DentalMonitoring lets patients send scans from a phone between visits, so we can check progress without a trip to the office every time.
- Virtual consultations. If you are not sure whether your child needs to be seen yet, start with a virtual consultation from home. Send a few photos and Dr. Dhol will reply with a straight answer.
- Home delivery. Spare retainers, elastics and supplies can be delivered rather than picked up.
What treatment costs, without surprises
Every family receives the full fee in writing at the consultation. There are no-down-payment options, interest-free monthly plans and direct billing to most extended health insurance providers. Many Langley parents work for employers whose group benefits include an orthodontic portion, often with a lifetime maximum per child, and our team will check your coverage before you commit. Our online payment calculator lets you try different monthly scenarios before you visit.
Neighbouring communities we also serve
Many families who find us from Langley have relatives in nearby towns. We also look after patients from Abbotsford to the east and White Rock to the southwest. Reading what other families say on our patient reviews page is a good way to get a feel for the practice before you visit.
Questions Langley families ask
How far is Beyond Braces from Langley?
Most of Langley is within a short drive of Morgan Crossing, depending on where you start and the time of day. Willoughby and Brookswood families tend to use 24 Avenue or 32 Avenue; families from Walnut Grove often prefer Highway 1 and 176 Street. Parking at the office is free.
Do we need a referral from our dentist?
No. You can book directly, and we will send our findings to your family dentist so everyone stays informed.
Is my child too young for a consultation?
If your child is around 7, or you have noticed something that worries you, it is not too early. A check now costs nothing and often ends with “come back in a year.”
Can siblings be seen at the same visit?
Yes. Let us know when you book and we will arrange back-to-back consultations so the whole family can be seen in one trip.
Book a consultation from Langley
If you are in Langley and want a specialist’s opinion on your child’s bite or your own smile, the next step is easy. Book your complimentary consultation, call or text us at (604) 502-5155, or send us a message through the website. Our South Surrey office has free parking right outside.
Beyond Braces
15735 Croydon Drive, Unit 101, Surrey, BC V3Z 2L5
Call or text (604) 502-5155