Frequently Asked Dental Questions in Portland

Answering Your Dental Questions

If you have questions about dental treatments, care, or oral health, our team of experts is here to help. Below, we’ve included some of the most common ones we receive below. If you don’t see the answers you’re looking for, give us a call and we’ll get them for you!

Are you accepting new patients?

Yes! We are happily accepting new patients.

Do you accept dental insurance?

To make it easier and more affordable to receive outstanding family dental care in Southwest Portland, Burlingame Dental Arts works with most major dental insurance providers. We will file claims on your behalf to help maximize your benefits.

What ages of people do you treat?

We provide comprehensive care for all ages.

Do you offer same-day services?

With our state-of-the-art equipment, we can provide quick and convenient services to our patients. We offer same-day emergency appointments as well as one-visit CEREC dental crowns. Better technology. Fantastic results. That’s the Burlingame Dental Arts difference.

What makes Burlingame Dental Arts different from other dental practices?

At Burlingame Dental Arts, we offer personalized care, comprehensive dental services for all ages, state-of-the-art dental equipment, and same-day services. One of the biggest distinguishing factors of our practice, though, is that we always strive to build lasting, meaningful relationships with our patients.

What Steps Can You Take to Keep Your Teeth Healthy?

Follow these tips to help keep your teeth healthy:

  • Brush your teeth twice daily with fluoride toothpaste
  • Replace your toothbrush every three months
  • Brush your tongue to remove bacteria from your mouth and help freshen your breath
  • Floss daily
  • Limit your sugar intake
  • Visit your dentist

What pediatric dental issues do you treat?

At Burlingame Dental Arts, we treat all kinds of pediatric dental issues, a few of which include dental emergencies, malocclusion, and thumb sucking. Plus, we offer solutions for missing teeth, tooth decay, and tooth and mouth injuries.

Do you offer emergency dental care services?

At Burlingame Dental Arts, we provide a comprehensive range of emergency dental care services for children and adults. Our staff understands that some issues just can’t wait a few days before receiving treatment.

Some examples of dental emergencies include:

  • A loose or knocked-out permanent tooth
  • An injured jaw
  • Painful swelling
  • Painful toothache (dental abscess)
  • A chipped tooth
  • A dislodged dental restoration

If you or your child has a dental emergency, call Burlingame Dental Arts at (503) 246-8447 to get the care you need.

What are the benefits of CEREC same-day crowns?

CEREC same-day crowns offer our patients a number of advantages, including:

  • Same-day treatment designed to restore your smile back to health.
  • Natural-looking crowns that blend seamlessly into your smile.
  • No need for temporary crowns that take multiple appointments to complete.
  • No need to take an impression of your teeth using messy putty.
  • State-of-the-art technology that offers great looking and lasting results.
  • No need to use any metal in the fabrication of your dental crowns.

To learn more, check out our page on CEREC same-day crowns.

Who is an ideal candidate for dental implants?

Anyone with a missing tooth who is healthy enough to undergo a routine dental extraction can be considered for a dental implant. The only requirements are healthy gums and enough bone volume to hold the implant in place. However, individuals suffering from chronic diseases such as diabetes and cardiac problems need to be evaluated individually to decide whether they should get a dental implant or not.

If you have a missing tooth and are interested in being evaluated for a dental implant, contact us today to schedule an appointment.

Do you provide cosmetic dental services as well?

The dentists and staff at Burlingame Dental Arts offer a wide range of cosmetic dental care services, some of which include:

  • Teeth whitening and bleaching
  • Tooth-colored composite fillings
  • All ceramic Zirconium crowns and bridges
  • CEREC – same-day, all-ceramic crowns
  • Porcelain veneers
  • Tooth bonding

Our gentle touch and state-of-the-art technology allow us to provide high-quality cosmetic dentistry services in a friendly and comfortable atmosphere. If you are looking for the best cosmetic dentistry that Southwest Portland has to offer, give our office a call today!