Here at Park Dental Care we think you are never too young to start taking care of your teeth. Start your young ones out by rubbing a sweet toothpaste on their teeth. If they can hold a spoon; they can hold a toothbrush. Make sure you ALWAYS watch them while they brush.
Most insurance plans are accepted. If you are covered by a dental insurance plan, we will gladly file your insurance forms for you with a request to have the benefits assigned to the office. Co-payments are required at the beginning of treatment.
Esthetic and restorative dentistry are excellent investments in an individual's well-being. We firmly believe that financial considerations should not be an obstacle to obtaining the treatment you desire. We are sensitive to the fact that each patient has different needs and have several payment options available so that treatment is accessible to everyone. All financial discussions and arrangements are kept strictly confidential.
Fact: Orthodontists are appropriate doctors to treat both simple and complex cases. They are educated to recognize the differences in various cases and the type of treatment required. With their expertise and experience, they know how to handle every situation, no matter how challenging.
Fact: An orthodontist receives specialized training and education in straightening teeth due to the fact that an orthodontist has more that two to three years of additional education after graduating from dental school than a general dentist. Orthodontists get advanced academic education from accredited residency program for orthodontics. Orthodontics is a specialized field of dentistry and it deals with problems such as straightening teeth and jaw alignment. Your family dentist may see a couple of cases related to straightening of teeth whereas an orthodontist specifically offers treatments for straightening teeth and sees hundreds of such patients annually. Orthodontists are aware of all the latest technologies related to their field which ensures that the patients get the best treatment possible. They have full knowledge of all the orthodontic appliances such as clear aligners, braces, retainers, etc. Orthodontists increase their knowledge and expertise by constantly learning and acquiring knowledge related to the latest orthodontic practices and technologies.
Fact: This is a misconception based on the idea that once you reach adulthood, you cannot get orthodontic treatment such as straightening your teeth. The fact however, is that of the every five people orthodontists treat is an adult.
Fact: People easily get used to braces once the adjustment period is over and find them quite comfortable. The treatment period varies from person to person. Some people may be required to wear braces for just a few months.
Fact: Clear ceramics is being used to make braces, which makes them nearly invisible. Furthermore, in some cases braces can be placed on the inside of the teeth so they are not even visible from the front.
Everyone has a dry mouth once in a while--if they are nervous, upset or under stress. But if you have a dry mouth all or most of the time, it can be uncomfortable and can lead to serious health problems.
People get dry mouth when the glands in the mouth that make saliva are not working properly. Because of this, there might not be enough saliva to keep your mouth wet. There are several reasons why these glands (called salivary glands) might not work right.