Payment is accepted in cash or by check. For your convenience, we also accept Visa and MasterCard. We do not want cost to be a problem for you. If you anticipate a true hardship, please ask for a financial consultation to discuss your concerns.

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Our Expectations

Fees for all services that do not require the dental laboratory are expected at time of appointment. For treatment involving the dental laboratory, we require half payment at the first appointment. The balance is due at the next appointment.

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Insurance

We usually file for you. However, some insurance companies require you to pay us first and then they reimburse you. Either way, we will be happy to prepare the necessary paperwork for you.

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Prevention

We have centered our practice around prevention and health as opposed to one that simply emphasizes emergency and repair care. The supporting gum tissue and bone are just as vital as the teeth themselves. Unfortunately only lip service is normally paid to this important area and prevention of disease may be inadequately stressed.

The best way to protect and maintain the crucial supporting structures for life is to have a qualified hygienist clean your teeth regularly, at which time prevention procedures can be implemented to protect your dental health. While the responsibility for returning for periodic preventive treatment lies with you, we will provide an ongoing program of health maintenance with you.