Frequently Asked Questions

We Are An Out-of-Network, Direct-Pay Provider
Out-of-network, or Direct-Pay providers, do not bill insurance and do not receive funding from government or other third party payers. The Provider is paid directly by the patient and the patient is given an itemized receipt and paperwork so that they can submit to their dental carrier for direct reimbursement. This means that you pay for the treatment up front, ensuring you get the treatment you need at an affordable and transparent price with no third-party billing involved to inflate costs. You will never be surprised by a bill at a later date.
 
‍Benefits of Direct-Pay‍
Our Providers have no pressure from insurance-based models. With no constraints to reach criteria for reimbursements from insurance companies, we offer superior delivery of service and better comprehensive patient care. We have the ability to treat patients' chief health concerns and do what is in the patients best interest, not what the insurance company dictates. We are patient focused, concentrating on more one-on-one time with you, and we are not incentivized to see more patients for less time to maximize profit. We work for you, not the insurance company. Your health is our priority!

We offer full transparency during you visit. You’ll receive no unexpected bills. Although your dental exam and x-ray starts at $99, extra recommended services may increase your payment responsibility. If at any point you feel unclear about recommendations, our Dental Care 24/7 Staff and Providers will gladly answer any questions you may have.

YOU are in charge of your health needs.

‍Is Direct-Pay right for you?‍
Many patients with dental insurance meet their yearly maximum with just one major procedure and an average of two routine visits. This can leave patients with additional dental care needs that won’t be covered. All too often, patients split up needed treatment over time to have their insurance pay for it. The risk of delaying necessary treatment increases the likelihood of developing more complicated and expensive dental issues. You should be in control of your dental care decisions and you deserve treatment at an affordable price.
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By not using insurance companies, our direct-pay clinics can:

Often, patients with dental insurance meet their yearly maximum with just one major procedure and a couple of routine visits. This can leave patients with more dental care needs that won’t be covered. So, patients often split up needed treatment over years to have their insurance pay for it. 

But, if you delay treatment, an infection can spread. The tooth and bone structure around it can deteriorate.  And this can cause pain, and even more dental treatment.
You should be in control of your dental care decisions. And you deserve treatment at an affordable price.

Common dental emergencies include:

• Jaw pain
• Tooth pain
• Broken tooth
• Lost Fillings
• Loose Teeth
• Cavities
• Mouth Sores
• Swollen Gums
• Teeth Sensitivity (Hot or Cold)

You might need your tooth or teeth pulled if:

Let us help you determine if an extraction is needed. Trust us with your immediate dental care needs and schedule your appointment today!

A blood clot forms where your tooth was pulled out. The clot must stay there for the healing process to begin. You’ll get several post-op instructions to follow so you can keep the clot in place. This will prevent the clot from dislodging and causing a painful condition called dry socket.

After you get a tooth pulled, it’s important that you:

It is typical to have pain, swelling, bruising, and continued bleeding.

The purpose of a filling is to seal a hole or cavity in the tooth. By doing so, further damage, tooth loss, and the possibility of pain from infection are prevented.

When a filling is required, the dentist will first numb the area, remove decay, and disinfect for any remaining bacteria.

Following this procedure, the dentist sculpts tooth-colored material, filling and replacing the removed area, and mimicking your original tooth.