How can I schedule an appointment?
How do I find a clinic near me?
What services do you provide?
Do you provide payment options?
What insurance providers do you accept?
How will I know if my fillings need to be replaced?
How can I tell if I lost a filling or cracked a tooth?
What is Zoom! whitening? How does it compare to other forms of whitening?
Why do my gums become sensitive and bleed during brushing?
When should I start brushing my baby's teeth?
When should I bring my child in for his/her first appointment?
How can I overcome my fear of the dentist?
Does Metro Dentalcare have an orthodontist on staff?
How do I know if my hygienist is taking proper precautions regarding infection control?
How can I schedule an appointment?
Call 612-866-8564 or use our online Request an Appointment form.
How do I find a clinic near me?
Metro Dentalcare has several clinics in the metro area for your convenience. Visit Our Locations to find the clinic nearest you.
What services do you provide?
Metro Dentalcare offers a variety of dental health services including, crowns, dentures and teeth whitening. Please visit Our Services for a detailed listing.
Do you provide payment options?
Metro Dentalcare has flexible payment options. If you pay by cash or check on the same day of your appointment, you receive a 5% discount. Senior citizens can receive a 10% discount when paying with cash or check on the same day of their appointment. Discounts cannot be offered when insurance is used.
Metro Dentalcare also accepts credit card payments. In addition, we can assist patients with applying for Care Credit, a special no-interest credit payment plan offered by a financial institution (not affiliated with Metro Dentalcare). Care credit allows patients to make monthly payments for 6-12 months without having to pay interest. Extended payment options with competitive interest rates are available upon qualification.
Contact your local Metro Dentalcare clinic for more details.
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What insurance providers do you accept?
We accept most major dental insurance providers. Please contact the nearest Metro Dentalcare clinic to ask about your specific insurance provider.
How will I know if my fillings need to be replaced?
Your dentist can diagnose the need to replace fillings and make treatment recommendations.
The materials used in fillings can begin to wear away over time. When this occurs, the filling becomes a trap for plaque and bacteria. In time, a cavity can develop. See your dentist every six months to avoid additional discomfort and damage.
How can I tell if I lost a filling or cracked a tooth?
From a patient's perspective, similar discomfort or sensation can occur with either situation. The tooth will need to be assessed by a dentist to determine the specific diagnosis. Please call a Metro Dentalcare clinic near you to schedule an appointment.
What is Zoom! whitening? How does it compare to other forms of whitening?
There are several ways to whiten your teeth. Your local Metro Dentalcare clinic can help you determine the best whitening method for your unique smile.
The Zoom! whitening system requires just one dental appointment and achieves the same results as tray whitening, but within hours instead of weeks. The average patient's teeth will be about eights shades lighter after the procedure. Zoom! uses whitening gel and a special lamp to increase the effectiveness of the gel by 26%!
Tray whitening uses custom-made trays to fit your teeth. This requires at least two appointments to be fitted for the trays. When the trays are complete, you fill the trays with gel and wear them each night at home for a period of about two weeks. The average patient's teeth will be about eight shades lighter after the procedure.
Various whitening products can be purchased over the counter; however, these products usually cannot get your teeth as white as trays or Zoom! and it often takes much longer to see results.
As with all whitening systems or products, results may vary and sensitivity can occur.
Why do my gums become sensitive and bleed during brushing?
Sensitive, bleeding gums can occur for several reasons - ranging from medical problems or pregnancy, to being overdue for a cleaning, having periodontal (gum) disease or having improper home care (brushing & flossing). A build up of plaque or tartar increases the amount of bacteria in the mouth. This bacteria contributes to swollen gums resulting in bleeding and tenderness. For a proper diagnosis regarding your specific concerns, schedule a dental appointment at the Metro Dentalcare clinic nearest you.
When should I start brushing my baby's teeth?
Start brushing baby teeth as soon as they com in. Use a soft cloth instead of a toothbrush until all of the baby teeth are in.
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When should I bring my child in for his/her first appointment?
Three years old is a good age to begin bringing your child to the dentist for his/her first dental exam. All of the Metro Dentalcare clinics accept and are prepared to treat young children. Please contact a clinic near you to schedule a "Happy" visit for your child. The purpose of your child's initial visit is to create a trusting and positive experience.
The dental hygienist will see the child, and introduce him/her to the dentist and the dental environment. Next, the hygienist will proceed to counting teeth, polishing teeth and taking pictures (x-rays) if the child is willing and reacting positively. At Metro Dentalcare we want to instill a positive image of the dentist and the dental experience to your child. We also have a pediatric dental specialist on staff at our Burnsville location to assist in the treatment of very young or apprehensive patients.
How can I overcome my fear of the dentist?
The first step in overcoming your fear is making an appointment. When making the appointment tell the patient coordinator about your dental fears and request to work with a gentle dentist and hygienist. When you come in for your appointment, the staff at Metro Dentalcare will do everything possible to make your experience positive. Take the first step, call Metro Dentalcare today!
Does Metro Dentalcare have an orthodontist on staff?
Metro Dentalcare works very closely with a number of exceptional orthodontists throughout the Twin Cities. Our general dentists use these trained specialists to ensure their patients have the very best orthodontic treatment.
How do I know if my hygienist is taking proper precautions regarding infection control?
Metro Dentalcare sets the highest standards regarding infection control. All dental professionals have been trained to follow an infection control protocol when treating patients. To maintain the highest standard of infection control, Metro Dentalcare provides yearly training for their clinical staff. In addition to using gloves, masks and glasses, we use the latest technology to sterilize our instruments and disinfect the rooms.
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