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Debbie
Registered Dental Assistant
Enjoys working with all her co-workers and building relationships with patients. Debbie describes our office as fun loving and relaxed.
More staff biosFAQ
- What are your hours of operation?
- What forms of payment do you accept?
- Are you accepting new patients?
- Do you see children?
- What should I expect during my appointment?
- Can I reach a dentist if I have an emergency after-hours?
- Do you offer payment plans?
- What is Care Credit?
- Do you offer free consultations?
- Do you treat patients who have a fear of the dentist?
- Do you have an environmentally friendly office?
- Your website says you use digital photography instead of X-rays. How is digital photography better than traditional X-rays?
- How often should I have dental exams and cleanings?
- At what age should my child start going to the dentist?
- What can I do about bad breath?
- How can I prevent tooth decay and gum disease?
- I think I’m grinding my teeth? What should I do?
What are your hours of operation?
- Monday through Thursday: 8 am - 6 pm
- Fridays: 8 am - 2 pm
We are closed from 1 pm - 2 pm, Monday through Thursday.
For your convenience, we always offer early morning and evening appointments.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Care Credit, cash and personal checks.
Are you accepting new patients?
We are always eager to accept new patients, and we welcome referrals. Call us today to make an appointment!
Do you see children?
Yes! Our office’s friendly atmosphere is the perfect environment to put children at ease. We love treating patients of all ages. Contact us now to set up an appointment for you or your child!
What should I expect during my appointment?
For all of our new patients, the initial appointment typically consists of a comprehensive new patient exam and a set of X-rays, and takes about an hour.
Before the exam begins, we will need you to fill out a few forms, which usually take about 15 minutes to complete. For your convenience, you can download the forms from our website and fill them out in advance.
Can I reach a dentist if I have an emergency after-hours?
Yes, our dentists can be reached after-hours if you have an emergency.
- Dr. Marta Costa: (360) 710-5107
- Dr. Miranda Dageenakis: (360) 286-3471
- Dr. Mike Dageenakis: (360) 509-6173
Do you offer payment plans?
Yes. Through a program called Care Credit, we can offer our patients a wide variety of payment options, including interest-free periods and extended payment plans. It’s important to us to provide flexible finance options such as these, so our patients get the great care they need and deserve!
What is Care Credit?
Care Credit is a program offered by GE Money that provides personal lines of credit for a wide variety of healthcare procedures, including dentistry treatments.
For a wealth of information about this extremely helpful service, please visit the Care Credit website.
Do you offer free consultations?
Absolutely! Give us a call today to schedule your own free consultation.
Do you treat patients who have a fear of the dentist?
Yes! We pride ourselves on our office’s extremely friendly, warm atmosphere. We take pains to put our patients at complete ease, and make every effort to ensure that your experience with us is a thoroughly comfortable one.
Additionally, we provide nitrous oxide or sedation to any patients who need them.
Do you have an environmentally friendly office?
We are extremely proud of the fact that we are a nearly paperless office that has received a five star rating from Envirostar.
Envirostar is an independent, nationally recognized organization which certifies businesses that are environmentally responsible and dedicated to reducing hazardous waste.
A five star rating is the highest certification that an organization can receive from Envirostar. It is only given to companies who go above and beyond in their efforts to be environmentally responsible and who are considered leaders in their community or industry in the reduction and prevention of hazardous waste.
Your website says you use digital photography instead of X-rays. How is digital photography better than traditional X-rays?
One of the main benefits of digital X-rays is that they expose patients to much less radiation than old-fashioned X-rays do. Also, unlike traditional X-rays, with digital photography, we get the results immediately. What’s more, using digital X-rays contributes to our ability to maintain a highly efficient, environmentally friendly paperless office!
How often should I have dental exams and cleanings?
We recommend that most patients come in to have their teeth checked and cleaned every six months. The amount of time can vary depending on your oral health, so check with your dentist or dental hygienist.
At what age should my child start going to the dentist?
Your child should have his or her teeth first visually evaluated about six months after he or she gets the first tooth. This is usually around age 12 months. This also gives the dentist an opportunity to discuss your child's dental home care and answer any questions you may have. Children typically have their first dental cleaning at age three. Taking a child to the dentist at an early age helps them become comfortable with the process, and establishes good habits early on in their development.
What can I do about bad breath?
There are many possible causes of bad breath. It’s important to have regular checkups and cleanings with your dentist, so that he or she can identify any potential problems that can contribute to bad breath or other oral health issues.
Good oral hygiene is also a critical weapon against bad breath. Brush your teeth thoroughly with fluoride toothpaste and floss at least twice a day.
How can I prevent tooth decay and gum disease?
Good oral hygiene habits are the number one defense against tooth decay and gum disease. Brush your teeth at least twice a day with fluoride toothpaste and floss regularly. It’s a good idea to replace your toothbrush every six months. If you are concerned about tooth decay, you should reduce the amount of sugary foods and beverages in your diet. And, of course, get regular checkups and cleanings with your dentist!
I think I’m grinding my teeth? What should I do?
If you think you are grinding your teeth, you should talk with your dentist. Chronic grinding and clenching can be damaging to both your teeth and your jaw. Your dentist can fit you with a mouth guard to protect your teeth at night while you sleep. Your dentist can also coach you on techniques you can use to reduce teeth-grinding.
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