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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS


We accept cash, check, most major credit cards, and third-party financing through CareCredit. Our goal is to make dentistry affordable for you. We’ll be happy to work with you to develop a plan that will make your dental care fit within your budget.
 

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We will gladly file your out-of-network dental claim and work to secure optimal benefits for you. If you have dental insurance, give us a call to discuss how your plan works in our office.

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We provide the most popular cosmetic dentistry procedures available today. This includes porcelain veneers, teeth whitening, cosmetic bonding, and more. Visit the tab titled "services" to learn about the exciting options you have for improving your smile
 


 

White fillings are made from composite resin, a liquid material that we tint to match a patient’s damaged tooth so that the filling is invisible to the naked eye. In addition to being inconspicuous, white fillings contain no mercury, a heavy metal found in amalgams. Learn more about composite fillings under the tab titled "services".

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Gum disease hides in your mouth, destroying gum your tissue and teeth. It can lead to a stroke, heart attack, and pregnancy complications.
 

*Conservative estimates report that up to 80 percent of the population unknowingly has gum disease in some form.*
 

 

We offer bridgework, partial dentures, full dentures, and implant restorations to replace missing teeth. Learn more about your options under the tab titled "services", then call us for a free consultation. With x-rays, intraoral photos, and a thorough assessment of your dentition, Dr. Arima and Dr. Ryan can help decide which replacement option will be best for you.

 

Absolutely. We enjoy creating gorgeous, healthy smiles for patients of any age. If we find that your child would benefit from seeing a specialist, we will refer them to a trusted colleague. Some children respond better to dental appointments at a pedodontist’s office (a children’s dentist). However, as an office specializing in general dentistry, our preventive, restorative, prosthetic, and cosmetic dental services include treatments suitable for patients of all ages.

Still have a question that was not answered? Need additional clarification? We would love to chat with you!

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Give us a call at 661-222-9393

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ask Dr. Arima or Dr. Ryan at your next appointment.

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