- What makes you different than any other dental practice I can
visit?
- I really do not like visiting the dentist, is there anything you
can do to help me relax?
- How does the doctor keep up-to-date on all of the current techniques
and materials?
- How can I ask the Doctor questions directly?
- Do you accept my insurance
plan?
- What different payment options do you provide?
- I do not like drills. Are there any other options?
- What do I do if I have an emergency when the office is closed?
- What precautions do you take to ensure patient safety?
- I want my front teeth to look better, but I do not want to wear
braces. What would you recommend?
What makes you different than any other dental practice I can visit?
We want to make certain that we stand out as being the very best health care practice you have ever visited. We are committed to making sure you feel like you are part of a family. We are a unique practice consisting of a small team of 6, taking pride in treating everyone as an individual and customizing your dental wants and needs in a fashion that best suits you. Since comfort is a big concern for most people in the dental office, we are highly trained to offer many different options for sedation if desired.
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I really do not like visiting the dentist, is there anything you can
do to help me relax?
Once you've experienced the care of an excellent sedation dentist, you'll
never be afraid to go to the dentist again.
You'll be sedated just enough to be unaware of your treatment. At the
completion of our care, you'll feel relaxed and comfortable. You'll discover
how quickly and easily years of neglect can be corrected. We can replace
crowns or missing teeth, treat gum disease, whiten yellow or stained
teeth, repair a chipped tooth, and more. People with very busy schedules
can receive the dental care they need, easily, quickly and comfortably.
Dr. Dougherty has trained with some of the world's most prominent sedation
dental specialists. He will provide exceptional dental care in an environment
where you will feel relaxed and safe. Learn more about Sedation
Dentistry.
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How does the doctor keep up-to-date on all of the current techniques
and materials?
He travels all over the country attending well in excess of requirements for continuing education in order to give his patients the benefits of the latest advances in dentistry.
Because we care for fearful patients it is necessary for us to master
expertise in all areas of dentistry. Dr. Dougherty is a Fellow of the
Misch Implant Institute, member of the Dental Organization for Conscious
Sedation, Crown Council, American
Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American
Dental Society of Anesthesiology and Diplomat of the International Congress
of Oral Implantology. Dr. Dougherty
is certified in IV and oral sedation and
has trained with some of the world's most prominent sedation dental
specialists.
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How can I ask Dr. Dougherty questions directly?
Please contact Dr. Dougherty at 301.530.2434 or submit
a question online.
He will answer your questions quickly and privately.
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Do you accept my insurance plan?
Dr. Dougherty provides excellent private care on a fee-for-service
basis. He does not participate in any Managed Care Insurance Plans. Our
team will gladly provide you all the necessary documentation you will
need to file your insurance and maximize your
benefits.
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What different payment options do you provide?
We offer excellent financing arrangements through Wells Fargo, which
has a variety of financing options, including 90 days same as cash. There
is a very simple application process, and response is usually received
within minutes of filing the application.
Generally speaking, the best time to contact team members for administrative
assistance is between 8AM and 3PM Monday thru Thursday. On Fridays we
normally attend continuing education courses or complete administrative
tasks on behalf of our patients.
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I do not like drills. Are there any other options?
Fortunately for patients like you, there is a relatively new filling preparation technique known as 'air abrasion', which both removes decay and prepares teeth for fillings. Dr. Dougherty simply cleans out and prepares the site to be filled by sending a blast of tiny, high-speed aluminum oxide particles into the cavity itself. The particles hit the tooth under high pressure, bounce off at high speeds, and consequently blast away any decay. Air abrasion is quiet, quick, relatively painless and avoids sacrificing tooth structure.
What do I do if I have an emergency when the office is closed?
Tooth Loss Accident - Proper First Aid
If the tooth is loose, but is still attached in any way, leave it in place; do
not remove it. If it is out of its socket completely and unattached, but still
in the mouth, it is best to have the person hold it there, if possible, until
a dentist can attempt re-implantation. If it is out of the mouth, do not let
it dry out. Handle it as little as possible. Do not attempt to disinfect the
tooth, scrub it, or remove any tissue attached to it. If it is recovered from
the ground or other soiled area, gently rinse it off in lukewarm water. Preserve
it in milk until a dentist is available. If milk is not available, lukewarm
water will suffice.
The length of time the tooth is out of the socket is critical in the
long-term success of re-implantation. After 30 minutes, the success potential
begins to decline. However, re-implantation is still possible after several
hours, so the attempt can still be made even if the tooth has been out
for a long period.
Emergency Contact
In the event of an emergency, dial 301-530-2434. You will be instructed in
the following manner for pager notification:
Leave a detailed message which includes your name and telephone number.
Then simply press the # sign on your telephone keypad followed by the
numbers 911. This will activate Dr. Dougherty's pager, and he will return
your call as soon as possible. In the event that Dr. Dougherty is out
of paging range, he will check messages every 3 hours and return your
call.
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What precautions do you take to ensure patient safety?
Your safety and comfort is very important to us. Our team
keeps up-to-date on the
latest
sterilization procedures and research. We have a sterilization center
to maintain the highest infection control standards. All instruments
and handpieces are sterilized
between patients.
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I want my front teeth to look better, but I do not want to wear braces.
What would you recommend?
Starting with healthy teeth and gums, we can perfect your smile through
porcelain restorations, veneers, whitening, and other state-of-the-art
treatments. Unlike plastic surgery, cosmetic
dentistry isn't a major
operation. Imagine
coming in for a single appointment or two and emerging with the smile you've
always wanted...no pain, no strain, no time taken away from your busy life.
The results are immediate and dramatic.
Come in for a consultation. There are many ways we can give you a youthful,
attractive, natural looking smile!
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