Perkins Dental Associates

From toddlers to the special needs of adolescents, adults and seniors, we design complete, individualized care based upon comfort, longevity and prevention. Unless the patient has an immediate concern, the first series of visits will involve a comprehensive evaluation of the entire face, mouth and teeth.

A comprehensive evaluation includes an assessment of digital X-rays, digital intra-oral pictures, temporomandibular joint function (TMJ), muscle foundation, and an analysis of how the upper and lower teeth fit together and function.

The purpose of this evaluation is quite simple. The patient and Dr. Perkins learn together about the condition of all parts of the chewing system. Before Dr. Perkins can determine what is possible for long-term stability, the current condition must be recorded and studied. Many of the disappointments and problems individuals have with dentistry can be traced to an incomplete evaluation and diagnosis.

Before Dr. Perkins can determine what is possible for long-term stability the current condition is assessed and studied. These are without a doubt the most important series of appointments.

Completing the evaluation, and doing it in such a way that is fully understood, is the first step in customizing a lifelong plan that will help achieve and sustain maximum comfort, health, and esthetics with stability and longevity.

Our full spectrum of services includes:

• PREVENTATIVE WELLNESS
  Soft tissue exam, tooth exam, gum exam, jaw joint exam, cancer exam, X-rays, cleanings and fluoride treatment
• RESTORATIVE DENTISTRY
  White Fillings - Fillings that match your natural tooth color
  Porcelain Veneers - Thin custom made shells to correct color shape and size of your teeth
  Crowns - Tooth-colored restorations that fit over your teeth for protection and to restore them to an ideal color shape and size for a lifetime of good health.
  Bridge - A tooth-colored restoration that replaces or spans the space where one or more teeth have been lost
  
• COSMETIC DENTISTRY
  Tooth Whitening - Procedures that brighten teeth that are discolored, stained or have been darkened by injury
  White Fillings - Fillings that match your natural tooth color
  Cosmetic Bonding - To improve size, color and shape of your teeth
  Enamel Shaping - Is a process of shaping and or recontouring of natural teeth to improve there overall appearance
  
• DENTURES Immediate Dentures - Is a full set of teeth replacing natural teeth at the time of removal
  Dentures - Are a full set of teeth restoring a healthy, young looking smile
  Removable Partial Dentures - Replaces multiple missing teeth in the upper or lower jaw. We also do repairs and relines on existing partial and full dentures
• ORAL SURGERY
  Extractions and minor surgical procedures
• ORTHODONTICS
  This is moving natural teeth to improve the position, function, appearance and overall oral health
• IMPLANTOLOGY
  Non-removable replacement of single or multiple missing teeth to give you the function and confidence of natural teeth
• PERIODONTICS
  Improving health and eliminating disease of the gums and the bone supporting your natural teeth
• BITE SPLINT THERAPY
  Treatment of headaches, muscle aches, chipped or broken teeth, and painful jaw joints. Also, eliminating the harmful destructive effects of clenching or grinding

Insurance
If you have an insurance plan that helps pay for treatment, please be sure and bring your dental insurance card with you to your appointment. As a courtesy, we will be happy to file your insurance claim. Most plans include co-insurance provisions, a deductible, a yearly maximum, and/or certain other expenses which must be paid by the patient at the time of service. We will work with you to ensure that you receive the maximum benefits to which you are entitled.

However, please understand that this is an agreement between you and your insurance company and that you are ultimately responsible for paying for the services you receive.

Financial Assistance
Our fees are based on the quality of the materials we use and our experience in performing your needed treatment. Our goal is not to let expense prevent you from benefiting from the quality of care you desire and need. To facilitate this goal, we have developed the following financial options:

1. A 3% accounting adjustment is allowed when fees in excess of $500.00 are paid in full by cash or check on the day that treatment is rendered or in advance of scheduling the appointment.
2. Major credit cards such as Visa, Master Card, Discover, are all accepted in our office.
3. We offer a monthly, no-interest payment program via a third party.

 

If you would like to review these financial arrangement options with one of our team members in advance of treatment, please call our office. (724-935-4210)