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GUIDES

Financial Options

At Belmont Dental Group, we provide the highest quality dental care. Our fees are based on what is usual and customary for excellent dental care in the surrounding areas. We strive to provide an accurate estimate of the cost of your care, what your insurance may cover, and what your estimated patient portion can be. We provide this estimate in writing before treatment begins so you can make informed decisions about your recommended treatment.

Dental Insurance

Payments Arrangements

Making the most of your dental benefits

Helpful Tips

Advice For Children’s Dental Care in Belmont

Thumb sucking is a common habit that children usually stop themselves. By the age of four you may try to discourage it, at least during the daytime. However, it is always better to allow the child emotional time they may need to discontinue on their own. Fluoride treatments usually begin at the age of three or four and are given at each professional cleaning appointment. Topical fluoride aids teeth in fighting decay.

Sealants are plastic coatings that are applied to the deep pits and grooves of permanent molars and help make teeth more resistant to decay. They are most commonly placed on the six-year molar and the twelve-year molars.

A mouthguard should be worn when a child is involved in sports or recreational activities that may pose a risk. A mouthguard can greatly reduce and prevent the chance of injury to the teeth, tongue, and lips.

An orthodontic evaluation may be recommended as early as age seven or when the general dentist deems it necessary, commonly around nine.

6-12 Months

  1. Lower central incisors usually begin to erupt
  2. Begin cleaning teeth with a wet washcloth twice per day
  3. Schedule first dental visit
  4. Encourage drinking from a cup whenever possible
  5. Try to discourage frequent use of pacifiers

One Year

  1. Introduce child-sized tooth brush
  2. Brush with water or non-fluoridated tooth paste only
  3. Begin weaning from bottle

Two Years

  1. Introduce pea sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste, once the child can spit it out
  2. Secondary primary molars (the final baby teeth) may begin to erupt

3 Years

  1. First professional cleaning takes place
  2. Child should begin taking a more active role in oral hygiene and brushing for at least 2 minutes twice per day

Six Years

  1. Lower primary incisors usually start to exfoliate
  2. Permanent first molars begin to erupt behind the baby teeth
  3. Sealants should be placed on first (six-year) molars

Children should have assistance brushing their teeth until the age of six or seven and they develop the manual dexterity to effectively do it themselves.

TOOLS

At Home Dental Tools

These at-home dental tools in your daily oral hygiene routine can significantly contribute to maintaining a healthy mouth and smile. It’s essential to remember that while these tools are beneficial, they should complement, not replace, regular dental check-ups and professional cleanings by a dentist or dental hygienist.

Toothbrush or Electric Toothbrush

Tongue Scraper

Mouthwash

Dental Floss

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Oral Surgery

Post Operative Instructions Following Oral Surgery

As with any surgical procedure, some discomfort, swelling or bleeding might occur. These instructions will help you the first few days. As always, the doctors are very interested and very available to you. Don’t hesitate to call if you are concerned about the after effects of your dental procedure.

Some Bleeding Is Common

Bleeding is best controlled by the use of pressure. Bite on a moist piece of gauze or a tea bag ­ do not use coffee. Place directly over the surgical site for a few minutes. Avoid vigorous rinsing, spitting or sucking through a straw the day of surgery because it may result in additional bleeding. If stitches have been used, they will usually be removed in a week. Avoid physical exertion or exercise for at least 48 hours.

Medications

It is very important to take all your medications as directed. ANTIBIOTICS need to be taken on the schedule supplied. Be sure to finish the whole prescription to avoid more resistant bacteria which may grow back faster and stronger.

Ice Packs

Ice packs can be applied to the face over the surgical area to reduce swelling and bleeding. For best results, apply the ice pack 20 minutes on and 20 minutes off. Never apply heat.

What To Eat

Choose soft non-spicy foods that are neither too hot nor too cold for a day or two. Avoid alcoholic beverages and please do not smoke. Resume a normal diet as soon as you feel comfortable doing so.

Cleaning

Do not brush near the surgical area or use a non-prescription rinse for 24 hours because it may disturb healing. After 48 hours, rinse gently with warm salt water, three to 4 times daily. Clean the rest of your mouth normally.

Discomfort

Some discomfort may be expected after a surgical procedure.The amount will depend on the extent and type of surgery performed.

Use Ibuprofen (such as Advil), Naproxen (Aleve), or Acetaminophen (Tylenol) following package directions as needed. If the pain does not resolve please call the office. Moderate to severe discomfort may require a prescription medication. With a narcotic medication do not drive or use dangerous machinery.

Swelling

If swelling interferes with swallowing, breathing, vision, vomit, faint, or have a temperature over 102 degrees, please call the office 781-678-7656 for emergency information, or go to your local hospital emergency room.

RESOURCES

Conditions

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Periodontal Disease

Periodontal disease is an infection that affects your gums and the bone structures that support
your teeth.

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Dry Mouth

Dry mouth, or xerostomia, is a relatively common condition in which saliva production is decreased, causing the mouth to feel persistently dry.

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Sleep Apnea

When sleep is interrupted in any way, this may cause problems that are potentially very dangerous to
your health.

WHY CHOOSE US

Come Visit Belmont Dental Group Today!

New patients are always welcome

We offer morning, evening, and saturday appointments

Free Parking and MBTA accessible

The Dentists are clinical instructors at Harvard Dental School

Our highest priority is to have gentle, painless dental experiences

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