Frequently Asked Questions

We have attempted to answer some of the more commonly asked questions by people who are new to our practice. If you have a question that is not answered here, please call our office and we will be happy to answer it.

Financing / General Office:

• Do you accept my insurance plan?
• What different payment options do you provide?
• How much will my treatment cost?
• I am not currently a patient of yours, but I would like to make an appointment. Who should I talk to at your office?
• Do you accept referrals?
• What do I do if I have an emergency when the office is closed?

Frequently Asked Dental Questions:

• How do I know when it's time to come in for a check up?
• What about my children, at what age do they first see a dentist?
• What precautions do you take to ensure patient safety?
• My gums bleed after I brush. Is this something to be concerned about?
• Do I really have to floss every day?
• I don't like the ugly black fillings in my mouth. What can I do to make those look better?

Cosmetic Dentistry:

• Can white tooth fillings be used to replace silver fillings?
• Can cracked, worn, discolored or broken teeth be fixed with cosmetic dentistry?
• Can I fix my discolored, dark or stained teeth with tooth whitening dentistry?
• What are tooth-colored dental restorations?
• Will cosmetic dental bonding comfortably repair my broken teeth?
• How can I improve my child's low self-esteem which is a result of poor self-image?
• What are porcelain veneers?
• What are dental crowns?
• Can I replace silver-mercury fillings?
• How can I have whiter teeth?

Teeth Whitening :

• What steps can I take to achieve a brighter smile?
• What is the safety of teeth whitening?

Dental Implants:

• Are dental Implants a perfect fit?
• Can I replace a missing tooth with dental implants?
• Dental Implants - What Are They?
• What is the process for Dental Implants?
• What are the number of Dental Implants recommended?
• How would I have my missing teeth replaced with Dental Implants?
• How can I Find A Good Dental Implant Dentist?
• Are there any technological facts concerning Dental Implants I should know?
• What types of Dental Implants are there?
• What can be done for a single missing tooth?

Gum Disease :

• Pregnant women and Gum Disease
• The stages of Gum Disease
• Severe Gum Disease can instigate joint replacement infections
• Periodontal Gum Disease is silent and deadly
• Plaque - a visible dental problem
• Undetected Gum and Bone Disease
• Gingivitis - oral periodontal disease

Bad Breathe :

• Treatment of halitosis or "Bad Breathe"

Children's Dentistry :

• Baby Teeth decayed "Bottle Caries!" - We Can Help
• Dental decay and cavity prevention
• Mouthguards - uses and types
• Prevention of tooth decay

Dental Caps and Crowns :

• The functions of dental caps and crowns
• Dental crowns are made of..............?
• Dental hygiene with dental crowns

Dental Emergencies:

• Tooth Loss Accidents

Dentures:

• The right Denture for you
• Partial denture FAQ's
• Questions and Answers about Dentures
• Denture care and good oral hygiene
• Repairing Broken Dentures
• Xerostomia - Dry Mouth

General Dentistry:

• Treatment for dental crisis
• The effect of diet on dental health
• Prevention Of Tooth Decay
• Dental decay and cavity prevention
• Plaque - a visible dental problem
• My child's first dentist appointment

Infant Dental Care:

• My baby's teeth cleaning
• Teething - primary teeth eruption
• Infant teething advice
• Baby Teeth decayed "Bottle Caries!" - We Can Help
• My child's first dentist appointment
• Dental problems of infants
• Nursing or bottle feeding tooth decay prevention
• Prevention of tooth decay
• Thumb or finger sucking in infants

Infection Control:

• Severe Gum Disease can instigate joint replacement infections
• AIDS concerns of dental patients

Invisalign:

• What is Invisalign®?
• What are the primary benefits of Invisalign?
• What are aligners made of and what do they look like?
• How does Invisalign effectively move teeth?
• Is Invisalign® for Me - Q&A?
• How much does Invisalign ® cost?
• Does Invisalign® it hurt?
• Will Invisalign affect my speech?
• Invisalign Do's and Don'ts

Prenatal Dental Concerns:

• Pregnant Women and gum disease

Preventive Dentistry:

• Mouth complications related to cancer treatments
• Treatment for dental crisis
• Baby Teeth decayed "Bottle Caries!" - We Can Help
• Dental decay and cavity prevention
• Pregnant Women and gum disease
• The effect of diet on dental health
• Dry mouth and seniors
• Severe Gum Disease can instigate joint replacement infections
• Total Health is impacted by tooth loss
• Mouthguards - uses and types
• Dental health care for seniors
• Periodontal Gum Disease is silent and deadly
• Prevention of tooth decay
• Plaque - a visible dental problem

Root Canal Dentistry:

• Root Canal Procedure
• Root Canal Reasons
• Signs of endodontic disease

Senior Dental Concerns:

• The cause of burning mouth in seniors
• Xerostomia - Dry Mouth
• Mouth complications related to cancer treatments
• Denture Related Problems
• Dental health care for seniors
• Tooth loss and it's impact of total health of seniors
• Can I replace a missing tooth with dental implants?

Veneers:

• Composite Veneers
• Porcelain Veneers
• Veneers for discolored teeth
• Veneers for natural-looking teeth

Wisdom Teeth:

• Why are wisdom teeth removed?
• Wisdom tooth removal
• Partially visible wisdom teeth

Care After Oral Surgery:

• Proper care for bleeding
• Protect the blood clot
• Proper oral care
• Reduce swelling and pain
• What is a dry socket?