Frequently Asked Questions
Do you have questions about the dental services that we offer?
Below is a list of some frequently asked questions, but please feel free to call our office at 516.352.1000 if you need additional information. We are always pleased to assist you.
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Q. Is it possible to keep my teeth and gums healthy for a lifetime?
A. Yes, with routine dental and preventive care combined with excellent oral hygiene. Click here to learn more about Oral Hygiene.
Q. Is dental treatment painful?
A. No, when proper techniques are used, dental treatment can be extremely comfortable and pain free.
Q. What does it mean when my gums bleed when I brush and floss?
A. This a sign that Periodontal Disease is present and needs to be treated. This is what leads to tooth loss. Please click here for more information.
Q. How often should I have my teeth cleaned?
A. The American Dental Association recommends 3-4 times a year. Click here for more information about Oral Hygiene.
Q. Does the office follow strict infection control protocol?
A. Yes, the office is fully compliant with OSHA and follows the American Dental Association guidelines for infection control.
Q. Are the doctors recent graduates and up to date on the latest techniques?
A. Yes, Dr. Kelley and Dr. Rayhan graduated from dental training in 1994 and routinely attend education seminars.
Q. Can I ask questions?
A. Yes, the doctors and staff always listen to your concerns, answer all of your questions in easy to understand terms and encourage patients to be involved with decisions regarding their treatment.
Q. Is it easy to schedule an appointment?
A. Yes, our patients are always given appointments within a reasonable time period.
Q. Is the office available for emergency care?
A. Yes, the office has a doctor on call 24 hours a day / 7 days a week. Emergency patients are seen and treated immediately.
Q. Will I have to be referred to another office for treatment?
A. No, all phases of dentistry are provided at Clock Tower Dental.
Q. Are dental x-rays harmful?
A. No, our equipment is state of the art and minimizes patient exposure. The office follows American Dental Association guidelines as to the frequency of radiographs.
Q. Is it possible to make my teeth whiter?
A. Yes, the office offers professional teeth whitening.
Q. Do I have to have silver fillings?
A. No, porcelain or white composite fillings are our treatment of choice.
Q. Does my gum have to be blue and have metal show around my cap?
A. No, the office treatment of choice is the state of the art all-porcelain procera crowns.
Q. Does my partial denture have to have these ugly metal clasps?
A. No, our treatment of choice is the very esthetic all acrylic flexi partial. These partials not only look better, they also feel better.
Q. Do I have to wear something that I remove to replace missing teeth?
A. No, with implants, we have the ability to replace missing teeth with teeth that are not removable, they are permanent just like the patients natural teeth.
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