Below
is a list of some frequently asked questions, but please feel
free to call our office if you need additional information.
We are always pleased to assist you. |
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Is it possible to keep my teeth and gums healthy
for a lifetime?
- Yes, with routine dental and preventive care combined with
excellent oral
hygiene. |
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Is dental treatment painful?
- No, when proper techniques are used, dental treatment can
be extremely
comfortable and pain free. |
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What does it mean when my gums bleed when I
brush and floss?
- This a sign that Periodontal Disease is present and needs
to be treated. This is
what leads to tooth
loss. |
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How often should I have my teeth cleaned?
- The American Dental Association recommends 3-4 times a year. |
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Does the office follow strict infection control protocol?
- Yes, the office is fully compliant with OSHA and follows the
American Dental
Association guidelines for
infection control. |
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Can I ask questions?
- Yes, Doctors and Staff at Troy Dental Care always listen to
your concerns,
answer all of your questions
in easy to understand terms and encourage
patients to be involved with decisions regarding their treatment. |
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Is it easy to schedule an appointment?
- Yes, our patients are always given appointments within a reasonable
time
period. |
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Will I have to be referred to another office for treatment?
- Yes, we do refer patients to other offices for oral surgery and Periodental work. |
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Are dental x-rays harmful?
- No, our equipment is state of the art and minimizes patient
exposure. The
office follows American Dental Association
guidelines as to the frequency of
radiographs. |
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Is it possible to make my teeth whiter?
- Yes, the office offers professional teeth whitening. |
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Do I have to have silver fillings?
- No, porcelain or white composite fillings are our treatment
of choice. |
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Does my gum have to be blue and have metal show around my cap?
- No, the office treatment of choice is the state of the art
all-porcelain procera
crowns. |
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Does my partial denture have to have these ugly metal clasps?
- No, our treatment of choice is the very esthetic all acrylic
flexi partial. These
partials not only look
better, they also feel better. |
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Do I have to wear something that I remove to replace missing
teeth?
- No, with implants dentures can be temporary. |
