What will happen during my checkup and cleaning?
Why do you have to take x-rays? I don't want to be exposed to unnecessary radiation.
What is a cavity?
How can I prevent cavities?
How is a cavity fixed?
What can be done to help me improve my smile?
What Are The Benefits Of Laser Dentistry Over Traditional Treatment?
What Are The Benefits Of Cerec™ Technology in your office?
What are Sealants?
What are tooth colored restorations?
What is Periodontal disease?
I'm afraid to go to the dentist, but I know I should. What can I do?
Are you accepting new patients?
Do you accept referrals?
Do you schedule early or late appointments?
What if I need to cancel an appointment, will I be charged?
I'm a new patient and know there are probably forms to be filled out. Can I do it in advance?
What are the different payment options you provide?
What will happen during my checkup and cleaning?
 During your check up and cleaning, your blood pressure will be taken and you will be checked for oral cancer, gum disease, cavities and jaw joint health. Necessary x-rays will be taken to assist in your diagnosis. Your teeth will be cleaned by one of our gentle and caring licensed dental hygienists and you will be instructed on how to care for your teeth and gums to prevent dental and gum disease.
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Why do you have to take x-rays?
I don't want to be exposed to unnecessary radiation. To see is to know. Not to see is to guess. We choose not to guess about your dental health. X-rays allow us to see in between your teeth to detect cavities before they become large. They also help to detect bone loss and detect tumors, cysts, un-erupted teeth and other problems not seen with the naked eye. We have high tech digital x-rays at our office which cuts back on radiation by more than 90%.
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What is a cavity?
 The outer shell of the tooth is made of enamel, a highly mineralized material which is the hardest substance in the body. Under the enamel is dentin, a softer less mineralized layer, which covers the pulp or nerve of the tooth. Plaque is a sticky substance, which adheres to the tooth and is filled with bacteria. Some of these bacteria feed off of the sugars you eat. When these sugars are broken down, the bacteria excretes acid which breaks down the enamel and causes a cavity.
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How can I prevent cavities?
Avoiding sweets, regular checkups and cleanings and proper brushing and flossing help to prevent cavities. Flossing gets rid of nasty plaque that accumulates between teeth and can't be reached by a toothbrush.
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How is a cavity fixed?
Our office uses beautiful tooth colored restorations. In cases where the cavity is large, the tooth is often times better restored with a white or gold colored inlay or onlay which is custom made in a lab and provides for greater strength than a directly made restoration. In cases where a significant portion of the tooth is missing, a crown, which covers and strengthens the entire tooth is best.
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What can be done to help me improve my smile?
 Depending on your concerns, your teeth can be lightened with a custom made take home bleaching kit, straightened with orthodontics, or bonded with porcelain and composite to give you a smile you can feel confident sharing with the world. Let us know your concerns and we will inform you of your options so you can make informed choices.
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What Are The Benefits Of Laser Dentistry Over Traditional Treatment?
 There are many benefits of laser dentistry. They may include:
- having most of your fillings done with no needles, no numbness, and no pain
- reduced risk of infection
- decreased sensitivity
- less time in the dental chair
- less bleeding
- less post-operative pain
- less noise than the traditional dental drill
- faster healing
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What Are The Benefits Of Cerec™ Technology in your office?
- Protects and preserves your own tooth's structure integrity
- Ceramics are bio-compatible
- Only one appointment
- Perfect looks
- Perfect comfort
- Perfect quality
- Long lasting and durable
- Unquestionably the most cost effective restoration we have available today
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What are Sealants?
 Grooves on the chewing surface of teeth serves as a niche for bacteria and food, which can destroy tooth structure and causes decay. Toothbrush bristles are too large to reach into these grooves. Sealants, a tooth colored plastic coating, are applied to hard-to-reach grooves of permanent teeth to seal out bacteria that cause tooth decay.
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What are tooth colored restorations?
 In the past, amalgams or silver fillings have been the choice restorations. But amalgams are unaesthetic and can cause teeth to fracture, due to expansion and contraction over time. Silver fillings also turns black as they age. Tooth colored fillings are made from durable plastics and silica called composite resins. They are similar in color and texture to natural teeth and help create an aesthetic smile. Tooth colored fillings strengthen teeth and are much preferred by both dentists and patients today.
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What is Periodontal disease?
Periodontal disease, also known as gum disease, affect the gum and bone. When bacteria lies in the sulcus of the gums, it secrets toxins that causes the gum to become inflamed resulting in detachment of the gums and bone loss around the teeth. Plaque can harden into calculus or tartar, which can be removed when cleaned professionally. Signs of periodontal disease include bleeding gums, persistent bad breath, pus between the teeth and gums, and loose teeth. The first step in treatment of periodontal disease is a special cleaning referred to as "deep cleaning" or scaling and root planing. This procedure helps remove plaque and tartar from the root surfaces.
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I'm afraid to go to the dentist, but I know I should. What can I do?
Don't put it off any longer. Make a call to our friendly staff or e-mail Dr. Aunon and tell him about your fears. By developing a relationship with us, you are also involving yourself with your treatment plan. We can discuss options to help you control and decide your own treatment and techniques to help you relax and feel more comfortable during your visit.
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Are you accepting new patients?
Absolutely! We will always accept new patients and look forward to exceeding your expectations with our dental care.
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Do you accept referrals?
 Your referral is the highest compliment that you can give our practice. We welcome your referrals and will always strive to accommodate the needs of your friends and family.
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Do you schedule early or late appointments?
The practice is open on Monday, Wednesday, Thursday from 7 am to 4 pm, with lunch from noon-1pm. Tuesday from 10 am- 7 pm, with lunch from 1pm-2pm. The latest checkup (cleaning) appointment is 3:00-4:00 pm, depending on your x-ray needs. If you desire an early or late appointment, we highly recommend that you pre-appoint your next visit before you leave our office. This will insure that you are able to schedule at the time most convenient for you.
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What if I need to cancel an appointment, will I be charged?
Last minute cancellations deny other patients the benefit of treatment they need. We realize time is a valuable commodity, not only for you, but for us as well. We reserve time, personnel and facilities just for you. We do understand that certain emergencies arise, however we ask that you schedule an appointment for a time tin which you are confident you can make. A minimum of 48 hours notice is needed to cancel or reschedule an appointment. A fee of $75.00 will be charged for broken/missed hygiene appointments and %50 of treatment that was to be performed will be charged for broken appointments with the doctor.
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I'm a new patient and know there are probably forms to be filled out. Can I do it in advance?
Sure. We have our new patient forms set up so you can simply click on it, print it and complete it at home. Don't forget to bring it with you for your first visit!
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What are the different payment options you provide?
After verifying your insurance coverage, our staff will be able to estimate your portion of the bill which is due at the time of service.
Please note that this is an ESTIMATE only. If there is an additional balance due after the insurance claim is paid we will bill you. We gladly accept MasterCard and Visa. If you desire a payment plan, we offer the services of an outside company, Capital One ® Healthcare Finance. They have excellent terms and offer the advantages of paying for your treatment over an extended period of time.
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