Brighton is one of our farther neighbors, about 24 to 26 miles from our Dexter office, but most of the drive is on the highway. This page gives the trip as a range, since it depends on where in town you start, plus the schools nearby and what to expect at a first visit.
At Dexter Orthodontics, we welcome patients from Brighton and the surrounding area. Dr. Mary Beth Moenssen and Dr. Brandon Shoukri treat patients at our Dexter office, roughly 33 to 35 minutes from Brighton without traffic.
You'll find our Dexter office at 7200 Dan Hoey Road, Suite B. From Brighton it's about 24 to 26 miles, roughly 33 to 35 minutes without traffic, depending on where in town you start. Add a few minutes for rush hour or winter weather.
From downtown Brighton, follow Grand River Avenue to Whitmore Lake Road and join US-23 south. Continue on US-23 Business, then merge onto I-94 west and leave at the Zeeb Road exit. A few miles along Zeeb Road and Dexter-Ann Arbor Road bring you to Dan Hoey Road. Because highway traffic changes through the day, let your map app confirm the route before your first visit.
Brighton Area Schools divides the school years into four clear steps, and each one lines up with a different moment in orthodontic care. The American Association of Orthodontists advises a first orthodontic check-up by age 7. Here is where each stage tends to fall:
Brighton is also home to several private and charter schools, and their students follow the same timeline. Before treatment begins, we'll outline the likely visit schedule so your family can fit appointments around school, activities, and the drive.
There is no single starting line. Some children benefit from Phase 1 Treatment while they are still growing, others are simply watched as their teeth come in, and teens and adults choose between Braces and Invisalign. We'll explain our reasoning at your consultation.
Downtown Brighton is home to events organized through the Greater Brighton Area Chamber of Commerce, including the Brighton Farmers' Market and the annual Brighton Street Art Fair on Main Street, which The Guild of Artists & Artisans produces in association with the Chamber.
Your first visit is a complimentary consultation at our Dexter office, with no obligation to begin treatment. We'll review your child's teeth and bite, talk through whether treatment is recommended, and give you a cost estimate if it is. The American Association of Orthodontists outlines the usual steps in its first appointment guide, including the exam, the treatment plan, and the conversation about cost.
We often use 3D Scanning in place of impression trays, and our team can walk you through Finance & Insurance before you commit to anything. When you're ready, Schedule a Consultation. You can also read Does Insurance Cover Orthodontic Treatment? or Why Early Orthodontic Treatment Matters for Dexter Families beforehand.
