FAQ

How fast can you see me for an emergency?
Same-day when possible; otherwise next-day. Call early—we triage by symptoms and can often start relief (exam + PA, smoothing, pulpotomy, or extraction) at that first visit.

Do I go to the ER or the dentist first?
Go to the ER for facial trauma, uncontrolled bleeding, trouble breathing/swallowing, or fever with facial swelling. For most tooth pain, fracture, or lost fillings, a dentist is faster and far less expensive.

What’s included in the $99 Emergency Membership?
Unlimited emergency exams and indicated PA X-rays for a year, plus discounted fees on common urgent treatments. It’s not insurance—just predictable access and pricing.

Do you place implants or refer out?
I place and restore implants—from single tooth to full-arch—and manage site preservation, grafting, and staged/immediate protocols. If a case needs a different specialist, I’ll tell you why and coordinate.

Am I a candidate for implants if I’ve lost bone?
Often yes. We review health history, imaging, bite, and hygiene; options can include ridge preservation, guided placement, or staged grafting to build a stable, cleanable result.

How do you approach “same-day” decisions?
Stabilize pain first, then choose the least-regret path. If the nerve is inflamed, we may do a pulpotomy or start a root canal; if the tooth is non-restorable, we’ll discuss extraction and site preservation that day when appropriate.

Will you tell me the total cost before treatment?
Always. You’ll get a written estimate with good-better-best options. We stage larger plans (e.g., full-arch) so payments and milestones are clear.

Do you offer sedation?
Yes—oral sedation options when indicated. We review medical history and medications and monitor you closely; you’ll need a driver.

What if I’m not sure whether to save or extract a tooth?
I’ll give you an honest, prognosis-based recommendation—save it when it’s a durable win; extract when it’s a money pit. Either way, we map timing and cost so you’re not guessing.

How do you keep treatment conservative?
By diagnosing precisely (photos, PA/CBCT when indicated), using adhesive dentistry where it shines, and planning restorations around long-term maintenance, not just the day of delivery.

What about radiation from dental X-rays?
We follow ALARA principles and use modern digital sensors that require very low exposure. Imaging is taken only when it changes decisions.

Do you work with insurance?
We’ll verify benefits, submit claims, and show you estimated copays. Membership savings apply regardless of insurance status.

What happens after implant surgery?
You leave with written instructions, a follow-up schedule, and a direct line if something feels off. Provisionals keep you social; finals are delivered after stable integration and healthy tissue.

Can I get a second opinion on a big plan?
Absolutely. Bring your scans or we’ll take new ones. You’ll leave with a clear summary and next steps—even if the best step is “wait.”