FAQs

Find the Answers You Need

How do I know when it is time to come in for a checkup?
Do I have to floss every day? Is it really that important?
Do you refer patients to specialists?
How can improve my smile?
My smile is missing teeth. What do you suggest I do?
Do you accept dental insurance?
What payment methods do you accept, and what are your financing options?

How do I know when it is time to come in for a checkup?

We recommend that patients with good oral health schedule a checkup and hygiene visit twice each year. If you need more frequent visits, we'll let you know. Checkups are important because, even if you don't notice any pain or problems with your teeth, we may find signs of potential problems. For instance, demineralization is a precursor to decay, oral cancer often goes undetected until the later stages, and gum disease can be very stealthy. At your hygiene appointment, we'll clean plaque, tartar, and hardened food particles from your teeth to reduce your potential for cavities, bad breath, and gum disease. We'll also make sure your gums are healthy and strong.

Do I have to floss every day? Is it really that important?

Yes! Floss loosens food particles, plaque, and tartar trapped between teeth. In addition to irritating gums, causing gum disease, and promoting cavities, these three culprits cause bad breath. If you need help learning how to floss quickly and effectively, our hygienist will gladly teach you some tricks to make your daily oral care easier.

Do you refer patients to specialists?

While we are trained and equipped to handle many dental issues in our office, when a specialist would better serve you, we'll refer. Some dental specialists are oral surgeons, periodontists (supporting structures), endodontists (internal tooth problems), orthodontists (for moving teeth), and pedodontists (for children). Dr. Bond and Dr. Cox refer to only trusted professionals with whom they have a good rapport.

How can improve my smile?

That sounds like an easy question to answer, but it isn't! Your smile is unique, and we won't compromise your individuality with smile enhancements. Generally speaking, we may suggest porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, all-white restorations, and replacement teeth. Invisalign clear braces may also be involved. After your comprehensive evaluation and consultation, we'll present a smile makeover plan for your new smile.

My smile is missing teeth. What do you suggest I do?

You'll need to first schedule a consultation with the dentist. He can assess your oral health and discuss options for replacement teeth. In general, you can choose from crown and bridgework, partial or full dentures, or dental implants. As the most natural prosthetic to natural tooth structure, a dental implant offers a long-lasting, comfortable, natural-looking choice.

Do you accept dental insurance?

Dental care can get expensive, so we help patients maximize their insurance benefits. As a courtesy, we will file claims and accept assignment of benefits. Please call our Temple dental office with questions.

What payment methods do you accept, and what are your financing options?

For your convenience, we accept cash, check, and credit cards. Third party financing is available through CareCredit and Wells Fargo for qualified applicants.