Because a healthy smile lasts a lifetime!
Your teeth are an important part of your body and keeping them clean and healthy is an investment that will affect you for the rest of your life. By taking care of your teeth, eating a balanced diet, and visiting the dentist regularly, you can have healthy teeth and an attractive smile for life.
How often should I visit the dentist?
At 1st Family Dental, like most other dentists, we recommend that you visit your dentist for a checkup at least every six months. Don't wait until it hurts to visit us! Regular checkups are the most important thing you can do to maintain your smile and prevent potentially painful and expensive dental issues! Of course, please brush and floss regularly. See you soon!
What happens when I visit the dentist?
At your checkup, you will receive a thorough cleaning and an oral exam by the dentist. During the oral exam, the dentist checks the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks, and tongue. At each visit, the dentist also checks old fillings and restorations because constant pressure from chewing, grinding, or clenching can cause them to wear away, chip, or crack.
But, my teeth feel fine!
OK, but how do they look? A smile can be the most eye-catching feature of a face. With dentistry's many advances, you no longer have to settle for stained, chipped, missing, or misshapen teeth. Along with regular oral care and checkups, today's dentists offer many choices that can help you smile with confidence, including:
- Professional teeth whitening
- Fillings that mimic the appearance of natural teeth
- Tooth replacement and other cosmetic services
- Braces and orthodontic services
What should I expect from my visits at 1st Family Dental?
At 1st Family Dental we pride ourselves on providing the best possible experience and treatment for all patients. Here are a few things you should expect from your visit to any of our clinics:
- Get an appointment at a convenient time - all of our locations feature evening and Saturday hours - great even for the toughest schedules!
- Find an office near you: with 10 locations throughout the Chicagoland region, a great smile is right around the corner!
- Enjoy a clean, well-organized, modern office. We pride ourselves on the total patient experience - including comfortable waiting areas and state-of-the art digital equipment. Check out our office photos and features on our Facebook page!
- Great record keeping - 1st Family Dental keeps thorough records and is HIPAA compliant.
- Expect excellent staff and customer service - our multilingual and well-trained staff are happy to help make your experience smooth and pleasant.
- Work with outstanding Doctors and clinicians - our doctors and specialists are experienced and well-rounded. At 1st Family Dental we rarely need to refer patients to another office - we hire doctors with a wide range of training and expertise to provide the best possible treatment with the least amount of travel!
- Get excellent service rates and confirmation of insurance coverage - at 1st Family Dental, all treatment options will be provided to you to make the best possible decision for your dental health. If you have insurance on file, our staff will ensure you are informed of your coverage. If you are a self-pay patient, we offer discounts between 30% and 50% and also offer interest-free financing for qualified applicants, and even in-office payment plans.
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