A Dental Implant is an artificial tooth root used in dentistry to support restorations that resemble a tooth or group of teeth.
FINANCIALS
No one likes to be surprised when it comes to financial matters so we make every effort to answer all of your questions before your dental services consultation. We are here to listen to your concerns and work with you to make your new smile a reality.
Whether it is the smile you want or the treatment you need, we know that dental care can be a major investment and your smile is an excellent investment in yourself; after all it is a gateway to how you feel inside. Financial considerations should not be an obstacle to obtaining this kind of care. This is why Howell Family Dentist has taken the extra step of listing financial information below for our current and prospective patients.
FAQs
There are 6 reasons that may require you to have a dental crown installed.
- To protect a weak tooth from breaking or to hold together parts of a cracked tooth.
- To restore an already broken tooth or a tooth that has been severly worn down.
- To cover and support a tooth with a large filling when there isn’t a lot of tooth left.
- To hold a dental bridge in place.
- To cover misshapened or severly discolored teeth.
- To cover a dental implant.
The most common causes of tooth loss is tooth decay and periodontal disease, which affects the gums and bone structure that supports the teeth. Tooth decays is the major cause of tooth loss in children while periodontal disease is the major cause of tooth loss in adults, although it can affect children as well.
Plaque, a thin, colorless, sticky film containing bacteria, which constantly forms on the teeth is the leading cause of periodontal diseases. These bacteria use carbohydrates—sugars and starches—to produce an acid that attacks the enamel covering the teeth. After repeated acid attacks, the enamel can be broken down and a cavity begins. Continued acid attacks eventually dissolve the enamel and penetrate the softer, inner layer of the tooth, where decay can spread rapidly throughout the tooth’s structure. Acid attacks begin immediately after every meal or snack and last about 20 to 30 minutes.
Teeth can be protected from acid attacks by removing plaque, through brushing and flossing, reducing the number of times and the amount of sugar and starches eaten, using fluorides, having plastic sealants applied to teeth, and by regular professional cleaning of teeth by a dental hygienist.
We suggest brushing at least two times each day.
We recommend that a child have his or her first oral health care appointment around age one. We also suggest an oral health visit as soon as a baby’s first tooth appears.
CEREC is a dental restoration device that allows us to produce ceramic dental restoration using advanced computer software. With the latest software and hardware updates, crowns, veneers, onlays, and inlays can be prepared using different types of ceramic material.
FORMS OF PAYMENT
We welcome and accept benefits on most major insurance companies. An estimate of your co-payment is due at the time of service. We will file all insurance paper work and help you maximize your insurance benefits.
In Network Insurances:
Payment for any portion not covered by your insurance company is due in full at the time services are rendered. We offer a variety of payment methods, so that a plan can be tailored to fit your needs.
*Our office accepts cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and American Express.
CareCredit offers Special Financing and low monthly payment options, no up-front costs, and no-prepayment penalties so you can show off those pearly whites as soon as you are ready. To learn more click: http://www.carecredit.com/apply/
With so many financing options available, you don’t have any obstacles to getting the healthy and beautiful smile that you deserve. Howell Family Dentist can get you there with our wide variety of dental services from general family dentistry to cosmetic dentistry. From tooth whitening, to dental implants to digital x-rays and braces – we’ve got the tools & technology to create your dream smile in a comfortable environment and in as few appointments as possible. Contact us today to learn more or make an appointment. Let Howell Family Dentist help you find your smile
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FINANCIAL POLICY
Steven Stilianos DDS PC
2765 East Grand River | HOWELL, Michigan 48843 | (517) 546-3440
Written Financial Policy
Thank you for choosing Steven Stilianos DDS PC. Our primary mission is to deliver the best and most comprehensive dental care available. An important part of the mission is making the cost of optimal care as easy and manageable for our patients as possible by offering several payment options.
Payment Options:
You can choose from:
* Cash, Check, Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover Card
* Convenient Monthly Payment Plans¹ from CareCredit
Allow you to pay over time
No annual fees or pre-payment penalties
Please note:
Steven Stilianos DDS PC requires payment prior to the completion of your treatment. If you choose to discontinue care before treatment is complete, your refund will be determined upon review of your case.
For plans requiring multiple appointments, alternative payment arrangements may be provided.
For patients with dental insurance we are happy to work with your carrier to maximize your benefit and directly bill them for reimbursement for your treatment.²
Steven Stilianos DDS PC charges $30 for returned checks.
If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask. We are here to help you get the dentistry you want or need.
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¹Subject to credit approval
²However, if we do not receive payment from your insurance carrier within 120 days, you will be responsible for payment of your treatment fees and collection of your benefits directly from your insurance carrier.