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Answers to Your Smile Questions
Clear, convenient communication is important to us, so we've
compiled this list of frequently asked questions and answers
about our practice, philosophy, and procedures. If you have
further questions, though, feel free to contact us by phone
or email.
The time-span between check-ups can vary greatly with each individual,
according to their current state of dental health. For example, an average,
healthy adult person typically benefits from a professional cleaning and
check up every six months. You see, while twice daily brushing and daily
flossing go a long way towards maintaining a healthy mouth, it's wise
to check for plaque that has hardened into tartar, requiring professional
cleaning to avoid gingivitis. On the other hand, a person who's been treated
for gingivitis may require more frequent visits to keep the situation
under control and prevent further trouble. When you visit our office,
we'll establish an appropriate visit plan for you based on the findings
of our comprehensive oral examination.
Dentist-supervised teeth whitening is one of the simplest, safest ways
to immediately improve the impact of your smile! So, if you're interested
in finding out what whitening could do for you, we'll first evaluate
your potential for whitening based on the current color of your teeth,
and
the causes of any discoloration. And, because we're certified Zoom!™(as
seen on ABC's "Extreme Makeover") and Brite
SmileŽ providers, we can use these revolutionary new systems to lighten
your teeth in just over an hour. right here in our office. Typically,
these method can produce up to an 8-shade improvement, rather than the
more
time-consuming and cumbersome at-home method, resulting in approximately
a two-shade improvement.
We understand that many people have qualms about having their teeth worked
on. So, we strive to create a relaxing atmosphere. We all have a contagious
attitude of enjoying our work that's hard to beat. Plus, our entire staff
is trained to be alert and aware of your concerns, so that we can make
your visit as comfortable as possible. Of course, for extreme anxiety
and/or complex procedures, we do offer nitrous, and/or can bring in an
anesthesiologist for IV sedation as needed.
Dr. Jones has a number of ways to improve the look of your front teeth
without the use of braces. For slightly crooked or unevenly worn teeth,
a bit of reshaping and the addition of porcelain veneers may be sufficient
to give them a bright, uniform look. In more pronounced cases, we might
want to refer you to an orthodontist specialist we work with. We'd be
happy to talk with you further about the option that best suits your individual
situation.
We are currently set up on most traditional insurance plans, as well
as being providers with Delta
Dental and Gaurdian. In any
case, we're well-versed in the latest insurance coverage trends and will
be
glad
to file in order
to
help you maximize the benefits due you.
We are pleased to offer financing through Care
Credit and Dental
Fee Plan.
We truly appreciate referrals from other dental offices as well as from
recommendations by our patients to their family and friends. In fact,
we have an incentive program to reward patients for such referrals, including
free movie tickets, handy gifts from Bath & Body Works, no-charge
whitening sessions, and more!
Bleeding gums is never a good sign! However, the condition may or may
not require professional attention, depending on the source of the problem.
Bleeding gums can be caused by improper, rough, 'scrubbing' instead of
gentle, circular brushing motions; using a hard-bristled tooth brush instead
of a soft one; plaque and/or tartar build-up below the gum line; or gum
sensitivity due to gingivitis or periodontal disease.
If your problem persists despite correct brushing and flossing methods,
or occurs every time you brush, it's likely to be the result of some level
of gum disease, and we recommend you set up an evaluation appointment
with Dr. Jones. We specialize in helping patients arrest and successfully
treat all stages of gum disease through the use of our excellent non-surgical
soft tissue management program.
In case of a true dental emergency, please contact our office voice mail
and let us know the nature of your condition. We'll return your call right
away, give you helpful information over the phone, then determine if you
need to be seen immediately. If for any reason Dr. Jones is out of town,
please do not hesitate to contact another local dentist.
We encourage our patients to have open, direct communication with Dr.
Jones. Therefore, he's available daily to answer your questions either
via e-mail or voice mail. Depending on office traffic
and the complexity of your questions, he strives to respond within 24
hours.
We're happy to provide you with all the necessary new patient forms prior
to your first appointment. Simply send us an email and request these,
and we'll send them by email or regular mail to your home where you can
complete them at your convenience prior to your appointment.
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