We are committed to providing you with the best care possible.  If you have dental insurance w will be happy to help you receive your maximum allowable benefits.   In order to achieve these goals, we need your assistance and understanding of your payment policy.

Payment is due at the time services are rendered unless prior financial arrangements have been made.  We accept cash, checks and all major credit cards.  We will help process your insurance claim form for your reimbursement.  Any such request must be accompanied with complete insurance information at the initial visit.

We will gladly discuss  your proposed treatment and answer any questions relating to your insurance.

You must realize, however, that:

1. Your insurance is a contract between you, your employer and the insurance company.  We are not a party to that contract.
   
2. Not all periodontal services are a covered benefit in all contracts.  Cosmetic/Aesthetic procedures are generally excluded by all companies.  Some insurance companies arbitrarily omit certain services from coverage (i.e. implants, local chemo-antibiotic treatment).

We emphasize that as healthcare providers, our relationship is with you, not your insurance company.  While the filing of insurance claims is a courtesy that we extend to your patients, all charges are your responsibility from the date services are rendered.  We realize that temporary financial problems may effect timely payment of your account.  If such problems do arise, we encourage you to contact us promptly for assistance in the management of your account.

If you have any questions about the above information or any uncertainty regarding insurance coverage, PLEASE do not hesitate to contact us.

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Medications
Please carefully follow directions for medications. Take all medications with a full glass of water. If at any time you should become nauseous or experience itching or a rash while on medication, discontinue the use of all medications and contact our office. Women using birth control medication should be cautioned that antibiotics may reduce the effectiveness of birth control medications. Alternative methods of birth control should be employed while taking antibiotic medications.

Dressing
The periodontal dressing is placed for your comfort. To facilitate the retention of this dressing, avoid chewing or cleaning in this area. Should the dressing become loose, gently remove it with a toothpick. If the dressing comes off and you are comfortable, rinse gently with a mild salt water solution or diluted mouth rinse, but avoid mechanical brushing and flossing. If the dressing comes off and you are uncomfortable, please call our office.

Bleeding
There will be a minimal amount of oozing for the next 24 hours. If you experience continuous or sudden bleeding, you should rinse with ice cold water several times and then apply a wet tea bag with firm pressure directly on the area. If bleeding does not stop within 15 minutes, call our office. To minimize the chance of a bleeding problem we suggest that you not smoke, spit or use a drinking straw for the first 24 hours. Keeping your head elevated for the first 6 hours after surgery will also minimize bleeding.

Diet
You should eat a well balanced diet, consisting primarily of soft foods which are easier to chew. Eggs, soft meats, fish, mashed potatoes, jello and puddings for the first few days will be easily managed and will not dislodge the dressing. Food supplements (Metrical, Nutrament, etc.) are also excellent. Please avoid nuts, popcorn and other crunchy food following surgery. We suggest that you not bite directly into hard foods such as apples, carrots or hard breads following surgery.

Swelling
A slight amount of swelling is normal and may last for the first 2 or 3 days after surgery. Swelling can be minimized by the application of an ice pack over the operated area as soon after surgery as possible. Alternate the ice for 15 minute intervals (15 minutes on/15 minutes off) for the first 3 to 4 hours after surgery.

Oral Hygiene
It is important that you maintain your mouth in a clean state. Although you should avoid the surgery area, treat the remainder of your mouth with the same high level of care which you have shown in the past. If a medicated mouthwash was prescribed, please use as directed. If no mouthwash was prescribed, gentle rinsing with warm salt water can be initiated on the second day following surgery.

General
The post operative perio should be uneventful and comfortable. Do not exert yourself for the first few days and follow the instructions above and you should find that no post operative problems will develop. Please call us if you have any questions.

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