Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What can I expect during the first exam?
A: Discussions about your dental history and medications, a full examination including X-rays, if necessary, treatment options.
Q: Does the practice take my dental insurance?
A: Dr. Young does not belong to any insurance plans. However, approximately two-thirds of his patients have dental insurance which allow out of network benefits. As a courtesy, we will file your insurance claims for you and will do our best to see that you receive the maximum reimbursement to which you are entitled. Please provide your insurance information along with your photo ID.
Q: Will the staff review the cost of procedures before treatment is done?
A: Dr. Young and his staff will go over the costs with you of the treatment options best suited for your situation. Before you agree to any procedures, you will know their costs.
Q: How am I expected to pay?
A: Payment is expected at time of service. We accept payment by check, Visa, Master-card, and American Express.
Q: Can I schedule some or all of my family members back-to-back or at the same time?
A: Certainly. Please contact us and our friendly staff will schedule your visit.
Q: Does Dr. Young keep up with new advancements in science?
A: Absolutely. Dentistry is a rapidly evolving field, and new treatment options, materials, equipment and techniques become available that may offer better or longer lasting results, be less expensive, time consuming or painful than older treatments.
Q: How are instruments sterilized?
A: Information here.
Q: Do you have any recommendations for my diet? Can you suggest foods and drinks that will decrease my risk for cavities?
A: You've come to the right place. Dr. Young is passionate about health and has studied natural medicine for decades.
Q: What can I do at home to keep my teeth & gums healthy?
A: Based on your individual situation, Dr. Young give you a customized plan for care, which should include home-care methods and an office visit schedule.
Q: Can I wear my headphones?
A: Virtual reality headset
Q: Can we spread out the treatment, prioritizing what is essential first?
A: Yes
Q: Can we set up a hand signal?
A: Yes. Information here.

Reference:
http://www.foxnews.com/health/2014/06/11/questions-should-be-asking-your-dentist.html
http://www.themightymouth.org/find-dentist/questions-dentist/