I’m not in pain! Why should I fix my tooth?
- Robin – Clinical Assistant
That’s a great question! We get this question a lot from patients. Especially when we see an infection in the nerve of the tooth. I have to admit I would question why I would need to spend a $1000 on something that didn’t even hurt. There are two main diseases we treat everyday that almost never have any symptoms and never heal on their own. It’s one of the good/bad things (depending on how you look at) about dentistry. We can diagnose several health problems before you ever have any sensation. Decay can be present in a tooth for a very long time before you notice anything. You can have periodontal disease without having any of the obvious indicators. This means that by the time you start to feel something, most likely that feeling will be PAIN.
PAIN= $$$$$, time and inconvenience
So the next time you’re in the dental chair and the dentist tells you he/she can repair a problem you didn’t even know you had, it’s to save you from the unexpected hassle of a painful and expensive trip to the dental office. Prevention is the best insurance around. Being proactive about dental care helps minimize long-term costs.
It’s also important to realize there are many factors that play into your oral health; lifestyle, habits, overall health, diet and genetics. For some people the realities are they will always need more professional assistance than the next guy, but regular hygiene visits and good homecare habits can help you be in control of your oral health and dental future. Can we help you? Come visit Dr. Artemenko in Sterling Heights!
WANTED: New Patients!
Are you tired of being talked at? Do you feel like you have no voice or say in your dental care? Or like you are a part on an assembly line, not a name or face, just a number? Do you work or live close to the Sterling Heights area? If so, we want the opportunity to meet and get to know you.
We are interested in you and what brings you to our dental office. So, your initial appointment may be a bit different from what you have experienced in the past. We will review in depth your medical and dental history, previous dental experiences, lifestyle and your expectations for your oral health. Additionally we will perform the following diagnostics:
A thorough gum screening and evaluation of periodontal conditions
- Complete set of x-rays
- Oral cancer screening
- Jaw joint and bite evaluation
- Assessment of any existing dental restorations for wear or breakdown
- Examination for any current decay
This will help us determine your present level of health as well as any immediate problems. If necessary, we can then create a comprehensive restorative blueprint.
We want you to know, in our opinion; you should expect and receive the best treatment and advice that contemporary dentistry has at its disposal. An open mind and continuous exchange of information about your dental circumstances are key components. You are entitled to an explanation of the availability and intricacies of advanced dental treatment and discussion of the investment of time and money of such treatment.
Please feel free, at any time, to ask questions about our recommendations or to make any suggestions. We believe an informed patient is highly motivated, which results in optimum care.
If you have financial help in the form of dental insurance, we are happy to assist you to receive the maximum benefits available. We also offer outside financing with interest free periods and extended fixed payment plans, please see our financing page. If you have dental insurance we ask that you come ready to handle any co-pays and/or deductibles that may apply to your visit. If you do not have any dental coverage we ask that you are prepared to pay for the services we provide at your visit.
Some people are fortunate to be in the group of people that only need regular preventative (cleaning) appointments and an occasional simple restoration. Some people are in need of more comprehensive dental work. In either case, we would love for you to come and visit us!
If you are coming to us for the first time with a dental emergency, you are welcome too! We will help you with your immediate concern and then schedule you another time to come back for the red carpet treatment.
Call us at (586)939-8800 or email us at: generalinfo@drjeart.com
John Artemenko Dds, Sterling Heights MI
