We strive to make your dental care affordable and convenient. We accept the following forms of payment in our office:
- Cash
- Check
- Apple Pay
- Visa
- MasterCard
- Discover
Discounts
- 10 percent clergy discount*
- 10 percent senior citizen discount for age 65 and over*
*these discounts are offered only to patients who do not have dental insurance.
CareCredit
1. Patient must be over 18.
2. Patient can apply by calling 1-800-677-0718.
3. We offer the 6-months-same-as-cash option.
4. Patients can apply for the fixed option, but they pay the interest.
For more information on this service please click here.
Medical Bureau of Pittsburgh
1. Patient applies by calling 412-539-0990.
2. If approved, patient will receive paperwork, which they must sign and return.
3. When Medical Bureau gets signed paperwork (approximately 10 days), they will notify us of the approved amount.
4. When work is complete, we sign our paperwork and send for payment.
Patient Accounts
Create a patient account for additional features such as secure online bill payment.
- Account balance information
- Treatment recommendations
- Appointment dates and times
- Updating your patient information
Baby Teeth Play a Major Role in Adult Health
As a parent, it is not uncommon to assume that caries (cavities) on baby teeth are of no concern. Though understandable, this is something that is frequently misunderstood. Your child's baby teeth play a major role in the health and functionality of their adult dentition.
There are a few reasons why we treat child caries. First and foremost, baby teeth are much smaller in size compared to an adult tooth, and the caries process can travel very quickly through the enamel into the inner structures of the tooth. If the decay reaches the most inner portion of a tooth, there is a risk of infection, which then conducts the need for a root canal and/or more extensive treatment.
Treating Cavities Encourages Good Oral Health
We strongly encourage keeping baby teeth until their natural shedding time because these baby teeth hold the space needed for the adult teeth to erupt properly. Thus, having your child's cavity treated ensures its longevity until it is ready to shed.
Sometimes, if the cavity is in its beginning stages, we can monitor them at each visit until they warrant treatment. If you think your child has a cavity, or he/she complains of a tooth hurting, schedule an appointment with us today to see what your child needs.
Children with extensive treatment needs or kids that are unable to cooperate due to a variety of reasons are usually referred to the Pedodontist. The Peds dentist specializes in dentistry for children and has “more tools in the box” that are often necessary to properly treat some children.
Extensive treatment needs include:
- Multiple caries (cavities) on multiple teeth
- Pediatric dentists can treat numerous teeth in one visit to prevent traumatic experiences for your child
- Teeth with very large cavities extending into the inner structures of the tooth
- Peds dentists have specific "tools" and materials for children's teeth in these cases
Some children also have a hard time sitting still or are not yet comfortable enough with the dental environment, where they would have a smoother experience with a Pedodontist to meet their treatment needs.
If we feel that your child would benefit from seeing the Pedodontist, we will give you a list of referrals in the area and surrounding areas to see. However, if we feel that your child can readily undergo procedures in our office without added stress, we are more than happy to address their oral needs in-house!
Are you experiencing facial trauma, severe pain or swelling?
Facial trauma can cause damage to your tooth and/or the root of the tooth, ultimately affecting its lifespan. If you've been hit or experienced any facial trauma and have noticed a change/pain with a tooth, this warrants a dental emergency.
Severe pain or swelling can occur from various dental concerns as well. Dental infections, extensive decay or broken teeth are a few different situations that can cause these symptoms.
Contact us in an emergency
Call your dentist if you have lost fillings, toothaches, an unusual/bad taste in your mouth, or sensitivity. Contact us today to schedule an appointment. We will see you as soon as possible!
Payment for treatment is due at the time of service. We use two third-party agencies that offer no interest credit to help with larger treatment plans. If you'd like to know more about our financial options, please contact our office or refer to our Financial Page.
Your first visit usually consists of a full series of x-rays, assessing gum/bone health, a dental exam including treatment planning and a cleaning as needed. Treatment will then be scheduled accordingly. For more thorough information, see FAQ "What will my first visit be like?"