28000 Meadow Drive, Suite 107
Evergreen, Colorado 80439
FAQs
The Answers You Need
Why are regular checkups recommended, even for people with good oral health?
What does treatment based on risk assessment mean?
Do I have to floss every day? Is it really that important?
My smile is missing teeth. What do you suggest I do?
What are the benefits of a digital X-ray over traditional radiographs?
Do you accept dental insurance?
What payment methods do you accept, and what are your financing options?
Why are regular checkups recommended, even for people with good oral health?
Checkups help you prevent dental problems and emergencies, which can save you time, money, and potential discomfort. Many dental problems are painless and do not produce noticeable changes until damage is quite extensive. Early detection of tooth damage, like decay, cracks, chips, and wear, allows us to provide the most conservative and efficient treatment. We also screen for oral cancer, a disease that affects more than 30,000 Americans each year. Oral cancer can be deadly, but early detection significantly improves prognosis.
Gum disease is another sneaky problem that we try to catch early. It has been linked to stroke, heart attack, osteoporosis, low-weight births, and other health risks, and it is the leading cause of tooth loss in American adults. Dental disease in general is shown to increase a person's risk for many systemic diseases. To answer the original question, you need regular checkups to help keep your teeth and gums healthy, which promotes good overall health.
What does treatment based on risk assessment mean?
Essentially, it means a treatment plan that is tailor-made just for you based on your current conditions, risk factors, prognosis, and desires. During your initial comprehensive exam, Dr. LeVos will consider four areas: 1) gum & bone, 2) tooth structure (which includes cavities, defective & cracked restorations), 3) bite & chewing (how your teeth come together), and 4) smile characteristics. All of our treatment recommendations are designed to lower your risk for problems in these areas. If you are not at risk, treatment is not required.
Do I have to floss every day? Is it really that important?
Yes! Floss loosens food particles, plaque, and tartar trapped between teeth. In addition to irritating gums, causing gum disease, and promoting cavities, these three culprits cause bad breath. If you need help learning how to floss quickly and effectively, our hygienist will gladly teach you some tricks to make your daily oral care easier.
My smile is missing teeth. What do you suggest I do?
You'll need to first schedule a consultation with Dr. LeVos. He can assess your oral health and discuss options for replacing teeth. In general, you can choose from fixed bridges, partial or full dentures, or dental implants. As one of the most natural (both in appearance and feel) replacements for missing teeth, dental implants offer a long-lasting, comfortable, natural-looking choice. Whatever you choose, our goal is to make it look and function as natural as possible.
What are the benefits of a digital X-ray over traditional radiographs?
Digital X-rays offer several benefits over traditional radiographs: they’re convenient, safe for the environment, provide a great opportunity for patient education, can be transferred and copied accurately, and best of all, they’re safer for our patients. Digital X-rays require about 80-percent less radiation than traditional methods.
Do you accept dental insurance?
Yes. If you have dental insurance, we'll help you make the most of your benefits. LeVos Dentistry is in network with Anthem BC/BS, Delta Dental Premier, Dental Wellness Partners, and Cigna. We will also electronically file any out-of-network claims to help you maximize your benefits. We go above and beyond as patient advocates, often obtaining pre-authorization from your insurance company to minimize any payment surprises. Please prepare to pay your copay or deductible at your visit.
What payment methods do you accept, and what are your financing options?
We accept cash, personal check, American Express, MasterCard, Visa, Discover, and money orders. If you prefer to finance your treatment, visit CareCredit online to apply for no- or low-interest payments.