We accept most major dental insurance plans. Feel free to call us with your insurance details, and we’ll be happy to check your coverage!
We’ll always provide a cost estimate before treatment, and we offer flexible payment plans or financing options to help make dental care affordable. We also have an in-house membership plan. Please ask our front office.
We accept cash, credit cards, debit cards, Care Credit, and honor our membership plan.
Most payments are due at the time of service, but if insurance needs to be processed first, we’ll send you a bill for any remaining balance.
As much as we admire DIY skills, that’s a no-go! But don’t worry—come see us, and we’ll make sure their adult tooth has plenty of room to grow in properly.
Your kids can still enjoy candy in moderation, drink water afterward, and avoid sticky, chewy candies that love to hang around on teeth.
Baby teeth are like “starter teeth”—they make space for the big ones, and in order to keep the adult ones safe and healthy, we need to keep the baby ones healthy and cavity-free.
It’s recommended to schedule your child’s first dental visit around their first birthday or six months after their first tooth emerges.
Children should have a dental checkup every six months to maintain optimal oral health.
Use a soft-bristled toothbrush designed for infants to gently clean your baby’s teeth at least once a day, preferably at bedtime.
Thumb-sucking is generally harmless in infants but can cause dental issues if it continues beyond age three.
As soon as your child’s first tooth appears, use a pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste, about the size of a grain of rice.
Maintain a positive attitude, avoid using negative words, and consider watching a cartoon or video about going to the dentist (Daniel Tiger's First Visit to the Dentist is great!). Role-playing at home with siblings or parents can help too.
Dental sealants are protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to help prevent cavities. We place them around 6 for 6 year molars and around 12 for the 12 year molars.
Regular brushing and flossing, limit sugary snacks and drinks, and 6 month regular dental checkups.
An orthodontic evaluation is typically recommended by age seven to identify any potential alignment issues early.
In case of a dental emergency, such as a knocked-out or broken tooth, contact us immediately for guidance and quick care.
It is a controlled state of unconsciousness that allows children to undergo dental procedures safely and comfortably. It is done by the anesthesiologist. It is typically recommended for very young children, those with extensive dental needs, patients with severe dental anxiety or special needs.
Yes, general anesthesia is administered by a trained anesthesia provider to ensure your child’s safety. A thorough medical evaluation prior to.
Your child must follow strict fasting guidelines before the procedure. We will provide detailed instructions before the appointment and can answer any questions beforehand.
Your child may be drowsy, irritable, angry or nauseous for a few hours. It’s best to let them rest at home after the treatment is done.
Most children can go back to school the next day, but it depends on how they feel.
Nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, is a mild sedative that helps children relax during treatment. It is administered through a small mask over the nose and wears off quickly after the procedure.
Yes! It is widely used in dentistry and wears off quickly once the mask is removed. We also have the child be on oxygen before dismissal.
No, they will be awake but feel more relaxed and less anxious.
It’s best to avoid large meals before the appointment, as some children may feel nauseous. A light meal an hour before is best.
Side effects are rare but may include mild nausea, dizziness, or drowsiness. These usually resolve quickly.
Yes, only children with a rare condition of the MTHFR gene mutation.
It is usually pretty accepted with kids, but if the child is not willing to sit on the chair or keep the mask on, the nitrous wont work, and the dentist and parent can come up with a new plan for treatment.
No, we usually don’t numb for dental fillings because the procedure is designed to be comfortable. Most patients only feel a slight vibration during the process, which is far less invasive and more pleasant than receiving an injection.
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