Patient FAQ

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  1. We are in network with certain providers, but not all. Dental insurance is very complex, and each provider has numerous plans. If you call our office, we can review your dental insurance coverage. If we are not an In-Network provider for your insurance, we are able to file claims to utilize your benefits.
  2. Please be aware that all profession services rendered are the patient’s responsibility regardless of your insurance coverage and payment is expected at the time of service.
  1. We ask that you click on the button above labeled “Patient Login” or click here to visit the patient portal. You will be asked for your User ID and password. This information is found in the email that was sent when you scheduled your appointment.
  2. Once in the patient portal, please fill out the medical history forms and other necessary documents.
  1. During the time of extreme tooth pain, the nerve of the tooth is likely dying. Once the nerve has completed died, the pain can sometimes subside. Even though the pain is no longer present, the disease process still exists and the infection needs to be removed.
  2. In some cases, antibiotics may control the symptoms related to tooth infection. An antibiotic will provide temporary relief, therefore it is advised to treat the affected tooth with either endodontic therapy or extraction.

Everyone is different in terms of their experience and pain tolerance. A mild discomfort is to be expected for 2-3 days after. This discomfort, or soreness, is found with the tooth, the gums, TMJ, and muscles of the jaws. If able to do so, taking over the counter pain relievers before the procedure may help to reduce severity of post-operative discomfort. If significant pain persists following endodontic care, please call our office for further advice and instructions on how to care for your tooth.

Once the root canal procedure is completed, either a temporary or permanent filling will be placed in the tooth. It is very important that you return to your dentist’s office to have a permanent restoration placed. The permanent restoration may be either a final filling or a crown, or both. Our recommendation is to have this final restoration completed in a timely manner (within 30-60 days) to protect the tooth and root canal treatment. If the restorative care is delayed, this may result in failure of the endodontic therapy.