Patient Education & FAQ
The more you know about dentistry, the more informed decisions you will make. We strive to educate all of our patients about the benefits of oral health, as well as the specifics of procedures we recommend. The dentist or a member of our team will ensure you’re comfortable with proposed treatment before the procedure. We’ve also included some general information on this website to help familiarize you with our practice and what’s new in dentistry. If you have any questions, call our office, and a member of our team will gladly get you the information you need.
Do you accept dental insurance?
FAQs
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Will you see my kids and my grandparents? - Do you refer patients to specialists?
- What is neuromuscular dentistry?
- What is a cosmetic dentist?
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Links You’ll Love
- Academy of General Dentistry - AGD
- Academy of Laser Dentistry - AALD
- American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry - AACD
- American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine - AADSM
- American Academy of Periodontology - AAP
- American Dental Association - ADA
- CareCredit
- KnoxvilleImplantDentistry.com
- Las Vegas Institute – LVI
- Oral Cancer Foundation
- Wells Fargo Financing
- Zimmer Implants
Will you see my kids and my grandparents?
Yes! We love families and see many of them. Our services are diverse, so we offer dentures for our older patients, as well as sealants for our youngest patients. Call to schedule comprehensive initial exams for everyone in your family – because their smiles are invaluable family assets!
Do you refer patients to specialists?
Our dentists are trained and equipped to handle many dental issues in our office, including root canals, dental implant placement, and bone grafting. Many patients visit us, because they love the convenience of receiving all the care they need in one location. In rare cases, when we feel a specialist would better serve you, we'll refer. Some dental specialists are oral surgeons, periodontists (supporting structures), endodontists (internal tooth problems), orthodontists (for moving teeth), and pedodontists (for children). We refer to only trusted professionals with whom we have a good rapport.
What is neuromuscular dentistry?
Neuromuscular dentistry addresses the complex relationship between the joints, muscles, ligaments, and nerves involved in occlusion (bite) and chewing. A neuromuscular dentist focuses on correcting the misalignment of the jaw and TMJ disorder to restore proper function. Visit the LVI patient website for more information.
What is a cosmetic dentist?
Cosmetic dentistry is not a specialty recognized by the American Dental Association, so any general dentist can claim to be a cosmetic dentist. To choose a good cosmetic dentist, review the doctor’s before-and-after photos of actual cases, ask about his or her postgraduate education in cosmetic dentistry, and make sure that you feel confident and comfortable in the office.
Do you accept dental insurance?
To keep our costs low, we are not contracted with any dental insurance providers. We firmly believe in providing the treatment that’s best for the patient, and we don’t allow the insurance companies to dictate treatment. As a courtesy to our patients, we will file your insurance for your reimbursement. We do, however, accept the co-pay or deductible for hygiene appointments. Learn more about dental insurance.