How much do you know about dentistry? Do you feel like you have all the information you need to get the right sort of care for your smile? If not, our team is ready to lend a helping hand! When you contact us or pay our office a visit, our team members will carefully listen to any questions that you may have and help you find the answers that you have been looking for. Feel free to check the FAQs below to see our responses to a few of the inquiries that patients tend to bring up about our practice and dentistry in general.
How Do I Get Emergency Dental Care?
Many emergency rooms lack the means to properly handle dental emergencies. As such, unless your emergency is life-threatening (in which case you should call 911), it’s generally better to contact a dentist when you have an urgent oral health issue. If you call our office, our team can give you first-aid advice and set up an emergency visit. After examining your mouth, we will let you know what options for treatment are available. It’s important to seek emergency dental care quickly, as the situation is likely to grow worse if action isn’t taken.
How Do I Find the Best Place to Get Dental Work Done?
When looking at a new dental practice, you may want to consider the following:
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Will they take my dental insurance?
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What kinds of services do they offer?
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Do they have hours that work with my schedule?
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Are they located near my home or place of work?
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What kind of care do they give their patients?
Keep these questions in mind while researching the practice so that you can determine whether it’s a good fit for you. Remember that you can always read online reviews if you want a patient’s perspective of what the practice is like.
How Much Does a Dental Checkup and Cleaning Cost in Des Plaines, IL?
You’re probably already aware of the importance of visiting the dentist twice a year for preventive care. But how much will these appointments cost? Naturally, the answer won’t be exactly the same for every practice, but it is worth remembering that in the United States, the average cost for a dental checkup and cleaning is in the range of $200 to $350. There are ways you can make these visits more affordable; for example, our office is happy to accept many dental insurance plans, and we can help you pay for a CareCredit financing plan with little to no interest attached.
How Much Does It Cost to Get a Tooth Pulled Without Insurance?
Like with checkups and cleanings, the cost of a tooth extraction can vary depending on the practice you go to. In the United States, the cost will often be between $150 and $400. However, factors like the number of teeth being removed will need to be taken into account.
Dr. Sivan Patel
