Question 1

How Often Does My Child Need To See The Pediatric Dentist?

Accepted Answer

A check-up every six months is recommended in order prevent cavities and other dental problems. However, your pediatric dentist can tell you when and how often your child should visit based on their personal oral health.

Question 2

Who is the Right Candidate for Dental Implants?

Accepted Answer

Anyone who is missing one or more teeth due to injury, disease or tooth decay may be a candidate for dental implants. Your dentist is the best person to evaluate whether dental implants are a viable solution for you.

Question 3

Will You Offer NO GAP Service?

Accepted Answer

For all private health insurance holders, our dentists offer a NO GAP service package. We provide $150 package for patients without private health insurance. Regular check-up and clean visit can help to prevent dental decay and gum disease, therefore save you cost in the long run.

Question 4

Are Dental X-Rays Safe?

Accepted Answer

Dental X-ray exams are safe; however, they do require very low levels of radiation exposure, which makes the risk of potentially harmful effects very small. Dental X-ray tools and techniques are designed to limit the body’s exposure to radiation and every precaution is taken to ensure that radiation exposure is As Low As Reasonable Achievable (the ALARA principle).

Question 5

If My Child Gets A Toothache, What Should I Do?

Accepted Answer

To comfort your child, rinse his/her mouth with warm salt water and apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in a cloth on your child’s face if it is swollen. Do not put heat or aspirin on the sore area, but you may give the child acetaminophen for pain. See us as soon as possible.

Question 6

Who May Benefit From Tooth Whitening?

Accepted Answer

Almost anyone. However, treatment may not be as effective for some as it is for others. Your dental professional can determine if you are a viable candidate for this procedure through a thorough oral exam, including a shade assessment. Our teeth whitening package is perfect for you, achieving fantastic results for patients with every level and type of staining.

Question 7

Is It Safe to Go the Dentist When I’m Pregnant?

Accepted Answer

Pregnancy can actually make some dental problems worse. It’s important to continue to see your dentist during pregnancy for oral examinations and professional teeth cleanings.

Question 8

How Is Smoking Bad For Teeth And Gums?

Accepted Answer

One of the most shocking effects of tobacco is the development of oral cancer. The risk of oral cancer increases with the number of cigarettes smoked each day and the number of years that the person has been smoking. Some of the other oral side effects are tooth stains, delayed healing of oral surgeries, and increased effects of gum disease and bad breath.

Question 9

How Often Should I Visit A Dentist?

Accepted Answer

One should visit the dentist at least twice a year for regular check-ups. However, if there is toothache, bleeding gums, sensitive teeth or any dental problem, one is advised to visit the dentist immediately.

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