Krantz Dental Care

2010-06-02T06:30:00.000-07:00

We are so excited to announce our Referral Rewards Program!

It is our privilege to provide you the best care possible and we want to extend our practice to include those people important to you!

Don't miss out on your
chance to win!

Apple iPad - 16GB

Samsung 27" 1080 LCD HDTV

$500 Gift Certificate to your favorite restaurant

$500 Gift Certificate to your favorite spa

$500 Gift Certificate to Krantz Dental Care

From June 1st. through September 1st. Refer a friend and be entered in a drawing to win fun and fabulous prizes.

Drawing will be held September 2, 2010

Refer 1 patient = 3 tickets in drawing
Refer 2 patients = 5 tickets in drawing
Refer 3 patients = 10 tickets in drawing

My Insurance Covers This.... RIGHT?

2010-05-10T10:21:00.000-07:00

We get so many questions from our patients regarding their dental benefits that we thought we'd try and outline some of the answers. Here goes:

Why doesn't my insurance cover all the costs for my dental treatment?
Dental insurance isn't really insurance (a payment to cover the cost of a loss) at all. It is actually a money benefit typically provided by an employer to help their employees pay for routine dental treatment. The employer usually buys a plan based on the amount of the benefit and how much the premium costs per month. Most benefit plans are only designed to cover a portion of the total cost.

How does my insurance carrier come up with its allowed payments?
Many carriers refer to their allowed payments as UCR, which stand for usual, customary and reasonable. However, that does not really mean exactly what it seems to mean. UCR is actually a listing of payments for all covered procedures negotiated by your employer and the insurance company. This listing is related to the cost of the premims and where you are located. Your employer has likely selected and allowed payment or UCR payement that corresponds to the premium cost they desire. UCR payments could be more accurately called negotiated payments.

Since the payments are negotiated, does this mean that there is always a balance left for me to pay?
Typically there is always a portion that is not covered by your benefit plan.

These are just a few of the questions we get, I hope these answers helped. If you have any questions about your dental benefits, please give us a call at 880-3131 and we'll help you navigate this very confusing topic.

Does your smile reflect the real you?

2010-03-09T11:31:00.000-08:00

The Clear Alternative to Braces.

Developed with orthodontists, Invisalign is a virtually invisible solution, so you can smile both during treatment and after. In fact, almost no one will know you are wearing them unless you tell. By using a series of clear, removable aligners that are changed about every two weeks, Invisalign gradually moves your teeth toward the smile your've always wanted.

Invisalign is comfortable to wear and easy to live with. You visit us every month or two to check your progression and get new aligners. Average treatment time is about a year. Because the aligners are removable, you can continue to eat your favorite foods. And you can brush and floss normally to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

Ask us how Invisalign can work for you. We offer a free consultation.

Do You Grind Your Teeth?

2010-03-03T11:00:00.000-08:00

Although teeth grinding may happen at any time, people often grind their teeth in their sleep. You may not even know you're doing it. The causes are not clear. Stress is one possible cause, but often the reason for the habit is not known.

Teeth grinding may cause:

Chipped enamel

Flattened, grooved, worn-down teeth

Loosened teeth

Cracked teeth

Periodontal (gum) problems

Damage to bridges or other dental implants

If something isn't done to stop the damage, grinding may lead to jaw muscle or joint problems and even loss of your teeth.

Symptoms like these may be a signal that you grind your teeth:

A sore, tired jaw

Sensitive teeth

Loose teeth

Earaches

Dull headaches

Neck aches

Clicking sounds when you open your mouth

Depending on the cause of your teeth grinding we may suggest one or more of these treatments:

Mouth guard - which is a plastic device that fits over your teeth. It protects them from grinding damage. It's worn when you're most likely to grind your teeth.

Bite Adjustment - The way your top teeth fit against your bottom teeth may be uneven. Correcting this can reduce chances of grinding.

Stress Reduction
Reducing stress may make grinding less likely by relaxing your jaw muscles. We may suggest ways to reduce stress, like exercise.

Protect Your Smile!

Getting teeth grinding under control can help you sleep better at night and feel better during the day. It can also help you protect your smile by keeping your teeth from being damaged.

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Welcome to our blog!

2010-03-03T08:14:00.000-08:00

We look forward to sharing the latest information in the dental world. We are always taking courses in order to be able to provide you with the the state-of-the-art dentistry. Check back with us often!