It is one of our top priorities to protect the well being of our valued patients. For this reason, our office meets or surpasses all OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) and CDC (Center for Disease Control) standards.
We begin with a comprehensive exam, cleaning and any necessary x-rays. The exam is designed to detect periodontal (gum) disease, dental decay, TMJ (jaw) dysfunction, and other oral disease. We use this information to set up an intelligent treatment plan to restore and maintain optimum dental health. If your home care is excellent, we may be able to complete a prophylaxis (cleaning) at this visit.
We are strongly committed to preventive dentistry. We will teach you how to effectively brush and floss your teeth as well as introduce you to other dental aids to assist you with your home care. We recommend fluoride treatments and sealants for most children and many of our adult patients.
We do our best to respond promptly to our patients' dental emergencies. Please call us as early in the day as possible so you can be accommodated. If you require attention when the office is closed, Dr. Graber can be reached at home or by cell phone.
We hope you share in our belief that regular preventive care is a sound investment. We use this visit as a disease control check for decay, gum, disease, and oral cancer with emphasis on prevention. Our oral hygienist is responsible at this time for the prophylaxis, teaching disease control techniques, and bringing problems to your attention as well as ours.
Our experience has shown that when financial arrangements are made prior to initiating treatment, there is less misunderstanding concerning fees and services to be performed. Following the examination, we will give an estimate of the treatment to be performed.
We will be glad to assist you with submitting your insurance forms, as well as answer any of your insurance related questions. Your insurance policy, however, is an arrangement between you and the insurance company. Payment for services rendered is your obligation. When extensive treatment is needed, we will submit the necessary forms for pre-authorization from the insurance carrier. You will then know what portion of your treatment is reimbursable by your insurance company.
All patients are encouraged to call with any questions they have concerning dental problems. Our office staff is well qualified to answer most questions. If the call requires the doctor to speak with you, she will return your call at her earliest opportunity.
