Frequently Asked Questions About Our Practice |
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Q. Do you take my insurance? Q. What payment options do I have? |
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| Q. Why are my teeth worn? | ||
| A. There are many reasons your teeth may be worn. Tooth wear can result from acids in your mouth or from the way your teeth fit together. On your first initial visit with our office one of our dentists will thoroughly examine your entire mouth and discuss possible treatment options to correct any areas of concerns and prevent further damage. | ||
| Q. I don’t like my smile - can you help me? | ||
A. Absolutely. We offer all types of comprehensive, cosmetic dentistry such as composite fillings (tooth colored fillings), porcelain crowns, porcelain veneers, and bleaching. After your initial comprehensive exam, we can review all your treatment options with you and answer any questions you may have. |
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| Q. I am very nervous about having my teeth worked on. Can you help me relax? | ||
| A. Yes we can. It matters A LOT to us that your visit is comfortable. During our comprehensive exam, you can share concerns you have, and our dentists will make a plan to insure your comfort during treatment. We do have nitrous oxide (laughing gas) available. Please feel free to discuss your concerns with one of our dental professionals. | ||
| Q. What is a comprehensive exam? | ||
A. Our dentists evaluate your oral health and your risk for problems in four areas: the gum and bone support of your teeth, the strength of your the teeth (this is where we check for cavities), how your teeth, jaws and muscles work together, and your smile satisfaction. We also perform a oral cancer screening exam . |
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| Q. What kind of X-rays do you take? | ||
| A. We never take X-rays on a “routine” basis. The type of X-rays you need, and how often you need them, is individually prescribed for you by our doctors. Our X-rays are all digital, which deceases the radiation used. We follow the FDA Guidelines for Prescribing Dental Radiographs. | ||
| Q. I have heard about lead in dental crowns from China. Where are your crowns made? | ||
| A. Our patients can be confident that their crowns are precious metal or porcelain and do not contain any lead. They are made locally, in Oregon, by Davis Dental Lab. Davis Lab is family-owned, and has been a member of the Portland dental community for over 20 years. | ||
| Q. Do you use lasers in your dental practice? | ||
| A. Yes. We use a soft-tissue laser to treat many conditions in the gum and throughout the mouth. For example, using a laser can shorten the time that a canker sore is painful. Lasers are also used to treat gum inflammation and can reshape areas of bulky gum tissue. | ||
