YES! We have a unique NEW VISITORS EXPERIENCE which will allow you to INTERVIEW US without a commitment for treatment. Call us at 585-325-2474 or email michael@mlewisdental.com, to set-up a visit to our office downtown.

HOW FREQUENTLY SHOULD MY TEETH BE CLEANED AND CHECKED?

It can range from once a year to every 8-10 weeks, depending on your periodontal health. We will work with you to determine your best option.

DO YOU OFFER TEETH WHITENING?

Yes! After a short in-office appointment for the precision fit of your bleach trays, your take-home cosmetic kit can be used at your convenience whenever you desire. Teeth will usually be brighter within a day or two, with lasting effects after only two weeks.

WHAT IS PERIODONTAL DISEASE?

Periodontal disease is an infection and inflammation of the supporting tissue of the tooth. In its early stages, called gingivitis, there may be no symptoms, making periodic checks important. Bleeding, swollen gum tissue, bad breath and loose teeth are symptoms that occur in advanced, untreated stages.

WHAT IS COSMETIC DENTISTRY?

It can be something as simple as repairing a small chip in a front tooth to restoring your mouth with metal-free crowns, bridges, veneers or implants. We take great professional pride and satisfaction in making your smile something for you to smile about.

WHAT IS THE DIFFERENCE BETWEEN A CAP AND A CROWN?

The terms are basically interchangeable. Dental crowns or caps are tooth-shaped restorations that are used to cap or support a decayed or damaged tooth. Since the crown encases the entire visible aspect of the tooth, a dental crown in effect becomes the tooth’s new outer surface.

WHAT IS A ROOT CANAL?

In the central core of your tooth is an area of soft tissue called the pulp, which carries the dental nerves, veins, arteries, and lymph vessels. Root canals are very small, thin divisions that branch off from the top pulp chamber to the tip of the root. A tooth has at least one, but not more than four root canals.

A root canal procedure is done to save the tooth by removing damaged or dead pulp in the canal of the tooth. The canal is filled with a rubber-like material to prevent recontamination. The canal is then permanently sealed with a restoration, preferably a crown.

HOW CAN I PAY FOR MY DENTISTRY?

We accept cash, personal check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover and Amex. Payment is due at time of treatment.

DO YOU ACCEPT INSURANCES?

Although we are not participants of any dental plan, we will create and submit claims to your insurance carrier for your direct reimbursement.