Frequently Asked Dental Questions in Yarmouth ME

If you’re experiencing any potentially life-threatening symptoms (i.e., trouble swallowing, extreme facial swelling, uncontrollable bleeding), then head to the ER or call 911 for medical attention. If you aren’t, then you should contact our Yarmouth dental team ASAP to share what happened and schedule an emergency exam. We have appointments as early as 7:30 AM throughout the week, so there’s a good chance that Dr. Nguyen will be able to see you the very same day you call or, at the very least, first thing the following morning.

It’s common for patients to have completely different priorities when it comes to choosing a dentist. So, the best place to start is by pinpointing what’s important to you! For example, finding a dental practice that welcomes dental insurance might be a priority if you’re insured. Other priorities for patients include the doctor’s experience, patient reviews, and proximity to their work, home, or school. Ultimately, the answer really depends on what you’re looking for, so don’t hesitate to take the time to really consider what you want!

In the U.S., the average price of a dental checkup and cleaning is between $200 and $350. With that said, it’s possible that the cost of yours will be significantly less. In fact, if you have dental insurance, you may not have to pay anything out-of-pocket. That’s why we recommend bringing any questions you have about the price to us instead of trying to pinpoint the price online; we want to provide you with an accurate estimate, not a general range.

There’s a common misconception that dentistry is expensive. That’s not the case. Neglect is expensive. If you don’t take good care of your teeth, adopt unhealthy dental habits, and skip your biannual dental checkups, then it’s likely that extensive restorative care is needed. Conversely, if you prioritize your routine visits and implement a solid oral hygiene regimen, then your chances of developing tooth decay, gum disease, and other serious oral health problems are significantly less.

With all of that said, our team at Forest Falls Dental is here to help make the price of preventive, restorative, and cosmetic dentistry as affordable as possible. That’s why we welcome dental insurance and flexible financing with CareCredit!

You should pay your dentist a visit at least two times a year, which means one appointment every six months. Our team can check for warning signs of tooth decay and gum disease that you might have overlooked. By catching these problems early, we can improve the odds of being able to treat them with more conservative measures. Keep in mind that many dental insurance plans will pay most or all of the cost of regular checkups and cleanings.

A chipped tooth doesn’t always need to be treated right away. That being said, there’s a chance that the damage could grow worse if it isn’t properly dealt with by a professional, so you should still pay our office a visit in the near future. To protect the tooth until our team can see you, avoid hard foods that can damage the enamel further, and be sure to exercise great care when brushing and flossing.

According to many patients, root canal treatment is actually no more painful than receiving a filling. This is thanks to the fact that a local anesthetic will be used to keep your mouth numb during the procedure. Once your root canal treatment is complete, you may experience some discomfort, but it will only be temporary, and taking pain medication should help. Bear in mind that one of the goals of root canal treatment is to put a stop to any pain you may be suffering due to an infection.

One of the advantages of getting dental implants is that they can be made to look very natural. The implant posts will be completely hidden under your gum tissue, so the only part that most people will see will be the restoration, which will be made out of material that closely matches the appearance of your real teeth. You can feel fully confident when showing the world your new implant-supported smile.

The answer to this question depends on the current state of your smile and what kinds of improvements you would like to make. We can determine your candidacy for a smile makeover if you schedule a consultation with our team. After learning more about your goals and considering your situation, we can help you decide whether a smile makeover is worth pursuing. Then we can start going over your options for treatment and help you put together a plan that fully addresses your cosmetic concerns and ultimately gives you plenty of reasons to smile.

There are many different dental insurance companies to choose from. To confirm whether we take your particular plan, we encourage you to give our office a call. Note that we are in-network with various PPOs, and we want to do whatever we can to help our patients save as much money on their care as possible. Please let us know if you have any uncertainties regarding your benefits.