Question 1

Is Merchant's Walk Dental a place to go for all dental needs?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Merchant's Walk Dental is designed to be a comprehensive family dental office where patients can receive more of their dental care in one location. We offer preventive, restorative, cosmetic, pediatric, and emergency dental services including cleanings, fillings, crowns, veneers, root canals, extractions, dentures, bridges, implants, and children's dentistry. Many common procedures that most offices refer to specialists — such as root canals, implants, and extractions — we perform in-office for patient convenience.

Question 2

How often should I go to the dentist?

Accepted Answer

Most patients should visit the dentist every six months for a routine dental exam and professional cleaning. Regular dental visits allow your dentist to detect cavities, gum disease, oral infections, and other concerns before they become larger and more costly problems. Some patients with a history of gum disease, frequent cavities, dental implants, or certain medical conditions may be recommended to return every three to four months.

Question 3

What happens during a dental exam?

Accepted Answer

During a dental exam, your dentist will evaluate your teeth, gums, jaw, and overall oral health. Your visit may include a comprehensive examination, digital dental X-rays, an oral cancer screening, evaluation of existing dental work, assessment of gum health, and discussion of any symptoms or concerns. After the examination, your dentist will review findings and explain any recommended treatment.

Question 4

When is a dental problem considered an emergency?

Accepted Answer

A dental problem may be considered an emergency if it involves severe pain, swelling, infection, uncontrolled bleeding, trauma, or a risk of losing a tooth. Common dental emergencies include severe toothaches, broken or fractured teeth, knocked-out teeth, dental abscesses, significant swelling of the gums or face, lost crowns or fillings causing pain, and injuries involving the teeth or jaw. Merchant's Walk Dental offers emergency dental appointments and works to see emergency patients as quickly as possible.

Question 5

Do you accept my dental insurance?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Merchant's Walk Dental accepts most major dental insurance plans, including Aetna, Delta Dental, MetLife, Cigna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, and GEHA. Our team verifies your insurance benefits before your appointment whenever possible to help you understand your coverage and estimated costs.

Question 6

Can I still see an out-of-network dentist?

Accepted Answer

Yes. In most cases, you can still see an out-of-network dentist and use your insurance benefits. At Merchant's Walk Dental, we accept most in-network and out-of-network insurance plans and will always let you know before your appointment if we are unable to accept your specific plan.

Question 7

What if I don't have dental insurance?

Accepted Answer

If you do not have dental insurance, we offer affordable self-pay pricing and flexible options to help make dental care accessible. We also offer a new patient special, which includes a comprehensive exam and full set of X-rays for $99.

Our Dental Services

Emergency Dental Services

Root Canals

Dental Implants

Tooth Extractions

Fillings

Dental Crowns

Teeth Cleaning

Children's Dentistry

Dentures & Partials

Dental Bridges

Cosmetic Dentistry

Invisalign

Veneers

Teeth Whitening

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