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Concerns regarding cosmetic dentistry

Choosing a cosmetic dental treatment plan to preserve or enhance your smile is a vital, personal decision with highly-visible implications. You may wonder about the discomfort involved with a procedure, or how much cosmetic dental work costs and how long you can expect results to last. We know you have many questions, so we will gladly consult with you to design a course of treatment you can feel confident about. Discuss your goals and fears with us openly in our safe, non-threatening environment, and let us alleviate your concerns for a truly positive experience.

We address some of our patients’ most common concerns below. If you have questions after reviewing these topics, we will bee happy to speak with you individually to focus on your unique needs.

 

Cost
We sincerely believe that our services reflect the highest caliber materials, craftsmanship, precision, and safety available in our field. While certainly not exorbitant, our fees support the exceptional level of care we provide. For your peace of mind, we review the complete cost of care with you beforehand to make sure you are completely comfortable with your choices.

Insurance: If you have dental insurance, you should know that while your insurance plan is a useful tool to assist in paying for oral healthcare, your plan does not necessarily cover all dental needs or desires, nor does it dictate the course of care we recommend. For your convenience, we willingly work with your insurance provider to file your insurance claims and secure the maximum benefits available to you. Above all else, we value our relationship with you and always advocate for your best interests.

Financing: To make elective procedures attainable, you may want to consider third-party medical financing. With competitive interest rates and terms, including periods with low or no interest, the financing plans offered by CareCredit offer an attractive payment alternative. We can help you apply for medical financing – just ask for details at your consultation visit.

 

Health and Safety Assurances
As dedicated healthcare providers, we consider it a sacred responsibility to maintain your ongoing health and safety while you are in our office. With intensive training and experience, and advanced technology at our disposal, we deliver a remarkable oral treatment experience while we protect your overall health.

Our commitment to safe dental care practices begins with the tools we use. We meticulously clean and sanitize each instrument before use to eliminate infectious bacteria and defend you against illness. The water distribution lines within every operatory contain only purified water via a closed system, and the tubes themselves undergo constant sanitization to purge dangerous impurities. Protecting you from illness requires diligent attention from every member of our staff.

In addition to rigorous sanitation standards, we invest in powerful technology to preserve your well-being. Digital radiography not only generates sparkling-clear results instantaneously, it emits a fraction of the radiation that traditional film X-rays do, for minimal radiation exposure. With the decreased exposure risk, you can rest easily whenever we take important digital X-rays of your family’s teeth. Even the materials we use to fill a cavity defend your health. Composite resin fillings not only match your natural tooth color, they do not contain potentially dangerous mercury as found in the amalgam fillings of the past.

No matter what we do, we always look for ways to safeguard your health by utilizing the latest technology, methods, and materials.

 

Pain
We recognize the negative reputation and stereotypes perpetuated about dentists. However, one visit with us will prove those misconceptions false! Pain management takes many forms and must be tailored to meet an individual’s needs and circumstances. We meet that challenge by actively working with you to find the formula to effectively achieve your maximum level of comfort.

Non-medicinal relaxation abounds in our office, beginning when you walk through our doors. Prepare for your visit in our cozy lobby with complimentary snacks and beverages. During a procedure, channel surf on our cable TVs or listen to your favorite radio station. Warm blankets, massage pads, and aromatherapy neck pillows accentuate your comfort and soothe your body and mind.

To control discomfort during involved procedures, we use nitrous oxide (known as laughing gas), local anesthetic, or oral sedation. Oral sedation consists of anti-anxiety medication therapy and anesthetic to manage pain while keeping you sufficiently conscious. For particularly anxious patients or lengthy procedures, we coordinate with a talented anesthesiologist to deliver IV dental sedation, which lets you drift off to sleep and awake to an amazingly beautiful smile.

Most importantly, talk to us about your fears or concerns so we can address them together. Our compassionate staff will go the distance to ensure your supreme comfort!

 

Longevity of Results
You’ve probably read the incredible claims detailed in our cosmetic dentistry pages and wondered “how long does it last?” While our exceptional handiwork focuses on long-term, outstanding results, the answer to your question actually depends a lot on your commitment to maintaining your improved smile. Let us explain.

In terms of cosmetic enhancements, durable porcelain veneers can last up to 20 years and resist many stains, but smoking, coffee drinking, and tooth grinding discolor and threaten the structural integrity of the veneers. The same rules apply to porcelain crowns and inlays or onlays. Results from teeth whitening treatments last indefinitely with proper home care and at-home maintenance kits, which bolster those pearly whites for a continuous shine. Again, poor hygiene habits, smoking, and diet adversely impact the lasting effectiveness of teeth whitening.

Reconstructive work, such as crown and bridge systems, provide at least seven years of consistent functionality and pleasing appearance. Just like natural teeth, reconstructions require attentive hygiene habits to continue to serve you effectively. Any destructive habits such as nail biting, teeth grinding, or jaw clenching threaten the performance of dental reconstructions – be sure to ask us about effective treatment options for teeth grinding and TMJ.

We want you to enjoy a brilliant smile for as long as possible and work tirelessly to help you achieve that goal!

 

Timeframes
When you’ve finally decided to do something about restoring or enhancing your smile, it is only natural that you want to see results right away. We get excited to reveal your amazing transformation, too. In the interest of granting a reliable, long-lasting outcome, we need to take the time to analyze, design, and implement each phase of your progress.

First we consult with you to establish attainable goals that fit within your budget and address your unique health requirements. We take digital dental x-rays, bite impressions, and gather as much information as we can about your specific oral health characteristics. Then we begin your treatment, which may conclude after a single visit, or require follow up visits. Some customized dental work, like dental crowns and bridges and bite splints come from reputable laboratories, which design the appliances based on our specifications. Therefore, several days or a few weeks may pass in between your initial appointment and the installation date. In the case of advanced, full-mouth restorations, we may need several months to effectively rehabilitate your smile.

Whether your treatment takes a few hours or a few weeks, rest assured that we remain committed to achieving your best results possible.