Frequently Asked Questions
1. Why is flossing important?
Brushing alone misses areas between teeth. Flossing Removes plaque and food particles in these areas to prevent plaque build up and cavitites.
2. If I’m already a patient at DDS, how can I update my dental insurance?
Updating your insurance is quick and easy! You can call, text us where we send reminders or email us a photo of your new insurance card at reception@ddsofheathrow.com before your next visit. Our team will handle everything from there.
3. How can I know if my insurance is in network for DDS?
You’re welcome to call your insurance, call us at the office, or text us anytime and we’ll happily check your status. We do encourage patients to call their insurance to have confirmation of being in network and they can give you a breakdown of your benefits.
4. What If I need to cancel my appointment?
We completely understand that schedules can change or emergencies can happen. If you need to cancel please feel free to give us a call or text at least 24 hours before your appointment and we will gladly reschedule to a day and time that’s most convenient to your schedule.
5. Do you guys offer same day treatment?
Yes, we offer same-day treatment whenever our schedule allows. If you need urgent care or would like treatment on the same day as your exam, just let us know, we’ll do everything we can to make it happen.
6. Do you accept walk-ins?
We do accept walk-ins whenever our schedule allows, and once is insurance is verified.
7. What if I want to get my treatment done but I can’t afford it?
We never want financial stress to keep you from getting the care you need. We offer
Sunbit, a flexible payment plan that lets you split treatment cost into easy monthly
payments for more information please feel free to contact us and we will send you a
link. If you are a cash patient, we offer 20% discount on treatment.
Our team is always here to help you explore your options and find the plan that fits your
budget.
8. What payment options are available?
The office can provide information on fees, insurance coverage, and any available payment plans.
9. I cracked my tooth. What should I do?
If you have cracked your tooth, it is important to see your dentist right away. The treatment for a cracked tooth depends on the severity of the crack. For minor cracks or fractures, a filling or a crown me be sufficient. However, for more severe cracks a root canal or extraction may be required to stop the pain caused by the crack.
10. Why are my teeth sensitive to cold?
Tooth sensitivity can be caused by a variety of factors, including exposed roots due to recession and bone loss, enamel erosion from acidic foods or drinks or cavities. It is important to see your dentist to determine your cause of tooth sensitivity.
11. Will I have some pain after a minor procedure like a filling?
Yes, you will experience minor Bruising and slight swelling, From the anesthesia. And cold sensitivity is very common. As the tooth was just excavated and filled with a resin base material. Symptoms do subside after about a week.
12. What is a root canal?
A root canal is a procedure to treat damaged or infected tooth by removing the damaged tissue (pulp) from inside the tooth, it is often necessary when a cavity has reached the pulp of the tooth due to damage or decay.
13. Why do I need a filling if my tooth doesn’t hurt?
Cavities do not often cause pain unless it reaches a more advanced stage. When a cavity is small it will not affect the nerves in your tooth. So you will not feel any pain. It is important to get your cavities filled before it becomes more painful and costly.
14. Why are radiographs (X-rays) necessary?
X-rays help dentist see issues like cavities, bone loss and other problems that a not visible during a visual examination. Digital dental X-rays use a very low amount of radiation, which is significantly less than other medical procedures like a CT scan or a mammogram.
15. Why do I need a filling if my tooth doesn’t hurt?
Cavities do not often cause pain unless it reaches a more advanced stage. When a cavity is small it will not affect the nerves in your tooth. So you will not feel any pain. It is important to get your cavities filled before it becomes more painful and costly.
16. What is gum disease?
Gum disease is a (periodontal disease) is a chronic infection that is most often caused by build up of plaque. Gum disease rarely shows symptoms before it becomes advanced. It is an infection that can wreak havoc on your teeth, your bone that holds your teeth in place and your overall health.