FAQ
What is a surgical guide for dental implants? Do I really need it?
A dental implant surgical guide is a rigid device, designed with precisely drilled holes that guide the surgeons implant drill into the bone at the most … Continue reading
My broken tooth is cutting my tongue – What can I do to make it feel better?
Broken, fractured or chipped teeth are a very common event. This usually doesn’t cause any immediate pain to the tooth, but can quickly become very painful … Continue reading
After wisdom teeth extraction, how long does it take for those annoying holes to fill up so I can eat and feel normal again??
It takes about 6 weeks for the jaw bone to repair itself following wisdom teeth extractions. This time may vary depending on if the wisdom teeth … Continue reading
How does your office handle dental insurance?
This is a great question? We have many patients with dental insurance in our office. After each dental visit, the patient pays for the dental services … Continue reading
Are you in my dental network?
In order to consistently provide quality dental care and personal service, Dr. Michael has chosen to remain an out-of-network dental provider. What this means is that … Continue reading
What if I can not afford to pay for my dental services?
Dr. Michael accepts MasterCard, Visa, and Discover as well as third-party financing from companies such as CareCredit and Springstone. Our patients have found that Springstone offers … Continue reading
How long is a new patient appointment and what happens at that appointment?
A new patient appointment takes between 60-90 minutes. Prior to this appointment, patients are asked to complete a thorough health history, a HIPAA acknowledgment, and a … Continue reading