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Consultations

Dental Health Associates offers consultations to patients for a variety treatment concerns.

Whether you are looking to discuss cosmetics, orthodontics or just looking for a second opinion, your Dental Health Associates dentist can help. 

At DHA, we provide several options for consultations depending on the type of visit. 

If you had an exam done by us and would like to discuss treatment options, we are happy to do this at no additional charge.

If we need to perform an exam in order for us to provide you with treatment options, then we can work with your insurance company.  Most insurance companies pay a portion of exam fees.

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The Importance of Being Up-to-Date on Cleanings

If you haven’t had a regular cleaning and check up prior to your consultation, it can greatly hinder the diagnosis for your cosmetic or orthodontic needs. Especially for whitening, a cleaning needs to be done prior to any type of bleaching, this ensures that all surfaces of the teeth will be exposed to the bleaching solution. It is very important to treat any cavities or infections prior to beginning cosmetic work in order to keep you and your smile healthy.

If you haven’t had a cleaning within the last six months, we recommend scheduling an appointment with a DHA dentist to ensure you receive the most benefit from your procedure.

Types of Consultations

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Cosmetic

We pride ourselves in giving you the smile you’ve always dreamed of. If you are interested in cosmetic work, be it bonding, veneers, gingival recontouring or something else, it is always best to sit down with your DHA dentist to discuss your goals and expectations. At this appointment we can give you financial information regarding the desired treatment as well as an approximate timeline of treatment duration.

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Whitening

If you are happy with the shape and position of your teeth, but feel they could be whiter, consider scheduling a whitening consultation. At this appointment we will go over the different types of whitening and assess your own teeth to see which would be the best and most effective for you. Payment options and costs will also be discussed.

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Orthodontic

If you are interested in braces or Invisalign, our orthodontic specialists are the people to talk to. At the no charge consultation, they will go over your smile with you and discuss goals and expectations of treatment. If it is something you are ready to commit to, impressions and photos will be taken so we can get started. We will also go over orthodontic coverage with your insurance company so you know just how much they will cover, as well as financing options.

Consultations FAQs

We are happy to provide a second opinion for those who are not patients of DHA. If you have had x-rays taken of the area of concern recently, it is highly recommended you bring them along to your appointment. You can sign a release form to take a copy of your x-rays with you, or have them emailed or mailed to us with your written consent. Without x-rays of the area, new ones will have to be taken so we can provide you with an accurate diagnosis. Please contact your insurance company to verify coverage prior to your appointment.

Patient Information

We encourage new patients to fill out a new patient form online prior to your first appointment. Be sure to select the appropriate location for your new patient forms, as once you complete them, they are sent electronically to the office you’ve chosen. 

Insurance

Medical and dental insurance can be confusing. Our staff has experience with your questions and can help you get the most from your insurance.

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