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Informative
Facts Concerning Our Dental Service |
Do
you have questions about the
dental services that we offer?
Below
is a list of some frequently asked questions, but please feel free to call
our office if you need additional information. We are always pleased
to assist you.
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Is
it possible to keep my teeth and gums healthy for a lifetime? |
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Yes, with
routine dental and preventive care combined with excellent oral
hygiene. |
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Is
dental treatment painful? |
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No, when
proper techniques are used, dental treatment can be extremely
comfortable and pain free. |
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What
does it mean when my gums bleed when I brush and floss? |
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This is a sign
that Periodontal Disease is present and needs to be treated. This
is what leads to tooth loss. |
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How
often should I have my teeth cleaned? |
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The
American Dental Association recommends 2-4 times a year. |
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Does
the office follow strict infection control protocol? |
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Yes, the
office is fully compliant with OSHA and follows the American
Dental Association guidelines for infection control. |
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Can
I ask questions? |
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Yes, the
doctors and staff always listen to your concerns, answer all of
your questions in easy to understand terms and encourage patients
to be involved with decisions regarding their treatment. |
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Is
it easy to schedule an appointment? |
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Yes, our
patients are always given appointments within a reasonable time
period. |
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Is
the office available for emergency care? |
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Yes, the
office has a doctor on call 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. |
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Will
I have to be referred to another office for treatment? |
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We do refer
patients for appropriate treatment. All other procedures
are performed in-house. |
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Are
dental x-rays harmful? |
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No, our
equipment is state of the art and minimizes patient exposure.
The office follows American Dental Association guidelines as to
the frequency of radiographs. |
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Is
it possible to make my teeth whiter? |
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Yes,
the office offers professional teeth whitening.
Both at-home treatments and the BriteSmile™
professional teeth whitening system are
available.
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Do
I have to have silver fillings? |
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No,
porcelain or white composite fillings are our treatment of choice. |
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