Frequently Asked Questions

Because West Dentistry is a new practice, many people ask the following questions:

1.  Do you take insurance?

West Dentistry accepts all forms of PPO dental insurance. There is no need to worry about filing your claim with your insurance company, we’ll file the claims for you.  We are not currently participating in any HMO dental plans. To make things easier for our patients, we accept Visa, Mastercard, American Express, personal checks and cash. 

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2.  I’m nervous about going to the dentist. How can you help?

We understand that some people are a little fearful about a trip to the dentist, so we work hard to create a relaxing atmosphere. Most of the time, nervousness comes from fear of pain, and this anxiety is heightened by the sounds of dental hand pieces and other instruments. People also don’t like the feeling of vulnerability that occurs while sitting in the dentist’s chair. If that’s you, don’t worry. Sedation dentistry is available upon request or during long procedures.  We also have state-of-the-art noise-canceling Bose headphones and a broad selection of music that will help you relax and block out any unnerving noise. Our focus is making you comfortable, so don’t hesitate to discuss your fears with our staff.

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3.  What’s the first visit like?

At West Dentistry, we strive to build long-lasting relationships with each one of our patients. We consider it our responsibility to provide state-of-the-art dental services in an exceptional environment.  Treatment recommendations are based on a common goal of achieving maximum comfort, function, health and aesthetics. During your first visit, you'll have the opportunity to meet all of our staff. We recommend that your treatment begins with a comprehensive oral examination in order to assess your current oral health. We will perform a TMJ and bite analysis, a tooth-by-tooth examination, and a cancer screening. X-rays will only be taken as necessary to complete the exam. Additionally, we will review your medical records and discuss any concerns or problems you may be having. Based on our findings, we will develop an appropriate treatment plan just for you.

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4.   How can I safely whiten my teeth?

Tooth whitening is one of the simplest, safest, and most noticeable kinds of cosmetic dentistry available today. Certain techniques give you the ability to do it yourself at your convenience in daily sessions at home or during your commute. Depending upon your own particular dental health, the causes of discoloration, and personal schedule, we'll help you determine which system would benefit you most.

Remember, it's important that we have a brief consultation prior to your choosing a whitening system, since whitening is not appropriate for everyone. For example, if your teeth are darkened to a yellow, brown or orange tinge due to age, coffee, tea, or smoking, chances are very good that teeth whitening will bring lasting, satisfactory results; however, if your teeth are a dark gray tone from fluorosis, smoking or tetracycline use, whitening results may be a bit less dramatic. Furthermore, whitening does not lighten resins, silicants, porcelains or other synthetic materials.

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4.   Do you offer any payment plans?

We do offer payment plans through CareCredit. You may visit their website at www.carecredit.com to learn more and to apply for financing online.

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Favorite Links

American Dental Association: Patients and Consumers Guide - Information about many different dental procedures, information for parents, online list of dentists and advice about dental insurance.

About Cosmetic Dentistry - Learn about procedures, view photos and find out how you can beautify your smile with cosmetic dentistry.

American Academy of Periodontology - Information about gum disease. 

American Dental Association - The umbrella organization for dentists in America.

Academy of General Dentistry - Represents the interests of general dentists by fostering their continued proficiency through dental education.

American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry(AACD) - The purpose of the American Board of Cosmetic Dentistry is the testing, analyzing and evaluation of the services of dentists and laboratory technicians for the purpose of awarding AACD Accreditation in cosmetic dentistry.

Florida Dental Association - The Florida Dental Association is a statewide, professional membership organization representing Florida-licensed dentists. FDA members are committed to protecting the health and well-being of people of all ages.

Las Vegas Institute - LVI trains dentists in the most up to date clinical procedures. LVI educates, guides and supports dentists in the delivery of advanced cosmetic dentistry care.

Care Credit - A Company that gives you convenient payment options so you can get the procedure you want, when you want it. (we do allow payment plans through Care Credit)

Invisalign - You can get a stunning smile without most people even noticing you're going through treatment. ( a clear alternative to braces )

Zoom - In chair teeth whitening

Products We Sell

Hydro Floss - The New Generation of Oral Irrigators.

Oral-B Triumph Electric Toothbrushes - Their power toothbrush range is backed by over 60 published clinical studies that demonstrate the superior performance of their oscillating-rotating technology.

Breath RX - Fresh breath products that make fresh breath easy. Takes just minutes to apply and is clinically proven to give you fresher, cleaner breath all day long.

Prevident Rinse - This brand of 0.2% neutral sodium fluoride is a mint-flavored, neutral, aqueous solution containing 6% alcohol.

Prevident Toothpaste - Combines the cleaning power of a toothpaste with maximum-strength fluoride for dental caries protection.