Orthodontist Fort Lauderdale

Choosing an orthodontist Fort Lauderdale when you have so many to choose from is not easy, so Lucas Orthodontics wants to help you make a decision by introducing you to our practice and Dr. Albert Lucas, one of the top orthodontists in the state.

By the time you have read all about Dr. Lucas and what he offers to his patients, we hope you will choose us for your orthodontic care.

About Dr. Lucas

As a decades-long resident of Florida, Dr. Lucas prides himself on being an active member of the community. Dr. Lucas dreamt of being an orthodontist since childhood and made that dream come true. Now he works hard to give his patients the smile they have been dreaming of so they have the confidence to succeed in everything they do.

• Education and Experience

Dr. Lucas has been an orthodontist since 1994 and has provided treatment to more than 20,000 patients. After graduating from the University of Florida twice to earn his undergraduate and graduate degrees, he went on to attend New York University to earn certification in Orthodontics.

• Organizations

As a widely respected orthodontist, you would expect Dr. Lucas to be a member of top orthodontic and dental organizations. And you would be correct. Dr. Lucas is currently a member of the American Association of Orthodontists, Florida Association of Orthodontists, South Florida Association of Orthodontists, East Coast Dental Society, South Broward Dental Society, Dade Dental Study Club, and the American Dental Association.

• Invisalign^® Rating

Dr. Lucas has been a certified Invisalign^® provider since 1999 and currently holds a Platinum Invisalign provider rating.

In addition, Dr. Lucas is bilingual so he can speak to patients in English and Spanish.

Services Dr. Lucas Offers

As a longtime Fort Lauderdale orthodontist, Dr. Lucas offers several services to his patients to give them a wide variety of treatment options.

• Traditional braces

Traditional metal braces are a common orthodontic treatment with a high rate of success. Braces work by gradually shifting teeth into alignment over time, treating problems such as overbite, underbite, crossbite, crookedness, overcrowding, and gaps between teeth. Metal brackets are bonded to each tooth using an adhesive. A wire and elastic bands anchor the brackets. The wire will be adjusted by Dr. Lucas every few weeks until your teeth are straight. Treatment usually lasts around 15-18 months.

• Ceramic braces

Also known as clear braces, ceramic braces feature bigger brackets than traditional metal braces but are available in clear or natural tooth color to provide patients with a less visible treatment option. However, treatment may take longer.

• InBrace^®

InBrace^® is a revolutionary technological advancement in orthodontics that provides a more convenient and invisible type of braces treatment. Dr. Lucas will mount metal brackets on the back of your teeth. These are known as lingual braces. The difference is that InBrace^® features a wavy Smartwire^™ that makes your braces invisible and easier to floss around.

• Invisalign^® and Invisalign Teen^®

Unlike braces, Invisalign^® is a series of clear removable aligner trays that also gradually shift your teeth into alignment. You wear the aligners for 22 hours a day and switch to a new set every two weeks to begin the next stage of shifting. You can remove the aligners, making eating and cleaning much easier. This treatment lasts 12-15 months and results in little change to your lifestyle.

Dr. Lucas also offers Invisalign Teen^®, which is no different from regular Invisalign^® except that each tray features a blue dot that will fade away the more you wear them. This allows parents to check on their child’s progress so they can remind them to wear their aligners if necessary.

• Retainers

Dr. Lucas provides retainers for patients to wear after braces or Invisalign^® treatment concludes. Patients will wear the retainer every day for six months. After that, they can just wear the retainer at night.

• Emergency Care

If you have a dental emergency, Dr. Lucas is dedicated to providing emergency care to his patients.

Technology Dr. Lucas Uses

• iTero 3D Digital Scanner

An iTero scanner is an imaging machine that creates a 3D map of your teeth, eliminating the need to take a traditional mold of teeth via biting down on a plaster-like substance.

• Propel Vpro5

This technology can speed up your treatment by up to 50 percent. Patients insert and gently bite down on the product, which sends vibrations through your teeth to stimulate an increase in shifting.

Why should patients choose Dr. Lucas?

• Comfort

Every patient deserves to feel comfortable during every appointment. Dr. Lucas and his staff provide unique care to every patient. Treating each one with respect and dignity is our goal.

• Family Orthodontist

Dr. Lucas doesn’t just treat adults. He treats children as young as 8, giving you a family orthodontist you can rely on as your family grows up.

• Affordability

The average cost of orthodontic treatment is between $4,900 to $6,250 in the Fort Lauderdale area. Dr. Lucas is committed to helping patients afford their care by offering low monthly payment plans. We also accept all major credit cards and CareCredit. We also do not charge interest.

• 100 Percent Guarantee

Dr. Lucas offers a 100 percent guarantee that you will be satisfied with your smile.

• Fun Environment

Dr. Lucas believes orthodontic treatment should not be something that patients dread. That’s why he tries to bring fun to the office. Our patients have chances to win tickets to Miami Heat games and other cool events.

• Convenient Locations

Lucas Orthodontics has two locations offering more convenience to patients, with one office in Plantation and one office in Pembroke Pines.

• Patient Testimonials

Don’t just take our word for it. Read our patient testimonials today to learn what you are missing by not having Dr. Lucas as your orthodontist Fort Lauderdale.

Contact Us

Dr. Lucas would be happy to be your orthodontist. Lucas Orthodontics proudly serves Pembroke Pines, Plantation, Lauderhill, Miramar, Lake Lucerne, Lauderdale Lakes, Fort Lauderdale, Coral Springs, Weston, Hialeah, Sunrise, Hollywood, Aventura, and surrounding communities in Florida. To make an appointment, please call our office in Pembroke Pines at 954-480-1194, our Plantation office at 954-869-4462 today!