Payment for your dental services is due at the time of your appointment. For your convenience, we accept many forms of payment including:
- cash
- personal checks
- all major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, American Express, and Discover
If you have questions about your estimated payment for your dental treatment, don't hesitate to contact our Edina dental office. Our front office staff will be happy to help you.
At 50th and France Dental Care, we understand that not all of our patients enjoy going to the dentist. In fact, many feel fear and anxiety about it.
Sedation Dentistry Options in 55424
We never want fear to deter you from getting the high-quality dentistry you need. For this reason, we offer two convenient options for dental sedation.
Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide is a breathable gas administered through a mask worn during your procedure. It works quickly to help you relax and feel at ease, and it leaves your system as soon as the mask is removed. This means you'll be able to drive yourself home and resume your normal activities. Nitrous can be used for any type of procedure, and it's also safe for children.
Oral Conscious Sedation
Oral conscious sedation offers a deeper sedation that allows us to complete multiple treatment procedures at one time if necessary. It's administered through a pill taken one hour prior to your treatment, and while you'll still remain conscious and responsive, you'll feel totally relaxed, have little to no memory of your appointment, and may even feel like you were asleep. Due to the nature of the medication, you'll need to find transportation to and from your appointment, and you should plan to rest and relax after your procedure.
E-cigarettes, or e-cigs, are often touted as devices to help smokers quit or reduce their tobacco intake; however, the question still remains – are they harmful to your oral health?
Here are some thoughts on e-cigs from your dentist in Edina, MN.
What Are E-cigs?
E-cigs are essentially a battery-powered device that delivers an aerosol comprised of a diluent, flavorings, and nicotine. The devices don't produce smoke, but rather a vapor that is inhaled by the user.
This seems like it would be a great alternative to cigarettes containing tobacco; however, there aren't any clinical studies completed on the effects of e-cigs so consumers don't understand the risks that might be associated with this product.
The Effects of Nicotine
Nicotine does have an impact on the health of your gums, and if you are using e-cigs you may want to increase checkups with your dentist to every three months because nicotine can also mask the symptoms of gum disease since it reduces bleeding. It has also been known to increase clenching and grinding of your teeth because it's a stimulant. Additionally, nicotine inhibits the production of saliva, which increases your risk of developing dry mouth and bad breath.
Contact Our 55424 Clinic
If you're using e-cigs to help you reduce or quit smoking, we're happy to discuss ways you can protect your oral health during this time.
In most cases, we do all we can to see a patient with an emergency on the same day.
Contact Our Edina Office
If you think you have an emergency or are interested in scheduling an appointment, give us a call today at (952) 922-5561.
We accept many major insurance plans including Delta, MetLife, Health Partners, Cigna, United Health Care, Aetna, Principal, Wilson-McShane, Blue Cross/Blue Shield, Assurant, Guardian, and Medica. We are happy to find out what benefits you have. Each insurance company sells many different plans, so we can ask the right questions for you and let you know what your insurance plan will cover.
No insurance?
If you don't have dental insurance or if you are covered under a plan not listed here, we can still help you! We want to make sure everyone gets the proper dental care, no matter what insurance coverage you have. We offer a variety of payment options such as cash, checks, and all major credit cards.
Financing options in Edina?
We are also proud to accept CareCredit. CareCredit is a special credit card specifically for medical care needs. CareCredit can be used for dental work, vision, cosmetic surgery, and even veterinary care for your furry and feathered friends. CareCredit is accepted at thousands of health care facilities. If you are interested in learning more about CareCredit and how to apply, let us know! We'll be happy to help you with the application process.
If you have other questions about your dental insurance coverage or to schedule an appointment, give our Edina dental clinic a call right now!
It is very important to keep seeing your dentist when you are diagnosed with cancer. Many oncologists want cancer patients assessed prior to cancer treatment to make sure there are no infections or abscesses. If a tooth needs to be removed after cancer treatment, it can cause issues including osteonecrosis (a bone infection), so it is important to assess these issues prior to treatment. In addition, many cancer treatments can contribute to a dry mouth (lack of sufficient saliva) which can lead to cavities.
Contact Our Edina Dental Clinic
For more information on this matter, and other dental-related concerns, please don't hesitate to contact 50th and France Dental Care, located in Edina Minnesota at (952) 922-5561.