PREVENTION
Regular Dental Visits
In order to maintain a healthy smile, it is vital to have professional cleanings and regular check-ups. Therefore, you should visit your general dentist twice a year (once every six months). At each appointment, your dentist will examine your teeth and provide an evaluation of existing dental problems and proposed treatment.
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Tooth Decay Prevention
Tooth decay is a progressive disease resulting from the interaction of bacteria that naturally occur in your mouth and the sugars consumed in your diet. Sugar causes a reaction in the bacteria, which causes the bacteria to produce acids. These acids break down the minerals in teeth, forming a cavity. Dentists can remove the decay and fill the tooth using a variety of fillings or cover the tooth with a crown. Avoiding unnecessary decay simply requires strict adherence to a dental hygiene regimen: brushing and flossing twice a day, regular dental check-ups, diet control and fluoride treatment.
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Diet Control
The teeth, bones and soft tissues of the mouth require a healthy, well-balanced diet. A variety of foods from the five food groups help minimize and avoid cavities and other dental problems. Consuming sugary and starchy foods should be limited, including candies, cookies, chips and crackers. Healthier foods, such as vegetables, low-fat yogurt and cheeses, help promote stronger teeth.
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Sealants
The grooves that form the chewing surfaces of the back teeth (molars) are extremely difficult to clean of bacteria and food. As the bacteria react with the food, acids form and break down the tooth enamel, causing cavities. Tooth sealants can protect these areas by sealing the grooves, preventing bacteria and food particles from accumulating. The sealants are made of a resin material that is applied to the back teeth, molars, premolars and any area prone to cavities. Sealants last for several years but needs to be checked during regular appointments.
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Fluoride
Fluoride is a substance that helps teeth become stronger and resistant to decay. Regularly drinking fluoridated water and daily brushing and flossing ensures significantly fewer cavities. Many, if not most, public water sources contain fluoridated water. Your dentist can evaluate the level of fluoride in your primary drinking water source and recommend fluoride supplements if necessary. There are also many kinds of toothpastes, mouthwashes and even some dental flosses that contain fluoride.
222 12th St. N.E., Suite 1A | Atlanta, GA 30309
FINANCIAL & INSURANCE INFO
Your treatment plan will include a breakdown of all applicable fees, and we will inform you of all estimated costs before treatment is administered. Charges are payable at the time of treatment. We accept cash, checks and all major credit cards.
Please ask a member of our staff, and we will review our payment options to accommodate your financial needs.
If special arrangements are needed, please talk to our office manager prior to receiving service.
Additionally, we will submit all insurance claims for you. We will fully attempt to help you receive full insurance benefits; however, you are personally responsible for your account, and we encourage you to contact us if your policy has not paid within 30 days.
We are an In-network Provider for:
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Aetna PPO
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Altus Dental, Inc.
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Ameritas PPO
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Assurant Dental PPOs that utilize the Aetna network
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Best Life and Health Insurance Co.
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Careington International Corporation & Careington Benefit Solutions
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Cigna PPO (Radius Network only)
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Dental Network of America
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DenteMax
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Dominion National, formerly Dominion Dental Services
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The EPIC Life Insurance Company
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Employee Benefit Management Services (EBMS)
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FCE Benefit Administrators, Inc.
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First Dental Health, Inc.
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Foundation for Medical Care (HealthEdge)
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Geha PPO
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Guardian PPO
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HealthComp, Inc
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HealthPlex, Inc.
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Health Resources, Inc.
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Humana Traditional PPO (Not Access Plans)
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Humana Loyalty Plus Network
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Kansas City Life Insurance Company
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Lincoln National PPO
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MetLife PDP Plus
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Mid-American Benefits, Inc.
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National Rural Electric Cooperative Association Group Benefits Program (NRECA)
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NovaNet, Inc.
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Pequot Plus Health Benefit Services
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Preferred Health Professionals
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Principal PPO
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Renaissance Dental
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Shasta Administrative Services
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Soltice Benefits, Inc.
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Sun Life PPO
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TransWestern Insurance Administrators
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TriStar Benefit Administrators (formerly Am. Administrators)
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UltraBenefits, Inc
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UMR PPO
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United Concordia PPO
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United Healthcare PPO
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United Medical Resources, Inc. (UMR)
Acceptable Insurance (NOT In-Network)
We regularly work with these insurance plans but are considered Out-of-Network for them:
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Blue Cross Blue Shield PPO
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Blue Cross Blue Shield Federal
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Coventry PPO
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Federated Mutual PPO
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Reliance Standard PPO
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All Federal Insurance Plans