Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ's)
What makes your office different from others?
Dr. Kim has designed his office with patient convenience and comfort in mind. You will find that we are dedicated to providing patient care that is comprehensive, courteous and responsive to the individual needs and preferences of each patient.
1.) We Warranty Our Work
You can feel confident that the dental treatment you receive at our office will last for years. In fact, you will receive a 5 YEAR WARRANTY on all recommended dental treatment. If anything chips, breaks or falls out we will repair or replace it for free.
You can feel confident that the dental treatment you receive at our office will last for years. In fact, you will receive a 5 YEAR WARRANTY on all recommended dental treatment. If anything chips, breaks or falls out we will repair or replace it for free.
2.) 90% Less Radiation X-Rays
Our office utilizes modern digital x-rays. Not only is the radiation exposure reduced up to 90%, but the images that are produced give us more information than conventional x-rays. With this added information Dr. Kim can diagnose smaller cavities and infections that, when treated earlier, results in more comfort for our patients.
Our office utilizes modern digital x-rays. Not only is the radiation exposure reduced up to 90%, but the images that are produced give us more information than conventional x-rays. With this added information Dr. Kim can diagnose smaller cavities and infections that, when treated earlier, results in more comfort for our patients.
3.) The Latest Sterilization Techniques
To Ensure Your Health & Safety Sterilization is an area that Dr. Kim’s patients never have to worry about. Not only does he use the latest sterilization techniques, but an independent laboratory regularly monitors the process to ensure safety.
4.) Digital Photography and Imaging
Communicating with our Dental Laboratory is essential to producing beautiful dental restorations. Our state of the art Digital Camera system allows us to take pictures of your teeth and smiles and e-mail or send photos to our Dental Laboratories. In this way our Porcelain Artists can predictably achieve natural looking results with your Crowns, Veneers and Bridges.
Communicating with our Dental Laboratory is essential to producing beautiful dental restorations. Our state of the art Digital Camera system allows us to take pictures of your teeth and smiles and e-mail or send photos to our Dental Laboratories. In this way our Porcelain Artists can predictably achieve natural looking results with your Crowns, Veneers and Bridges.
Do you accept my insurance.?
We accept all PPO dental insurances, however we do not accept any HMO dental plans.
How do I choose a dentist for my cosmetic needs?
In order to make sure your dentist is skilled in cosmetic dentistry, the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentisty AACD recommends that you ask for the following items before undergoing treatment. As is the case when undergoing any dental treatment, please consult with your dentist to find out which procedure is right for you.
Before and After Photos - Examine the dentist's treatment results on other patients to make sure his or her work fits your dental needs.
Before and After Photos - Examine the dentist's treatment results on other patients to make sure his or her work fits your dental needs.
Continuing Education - Be certain that your dentist is an active AACD member and has taken continuing education courses to keep up-to-date with the latest techniques in clinical cosmetic dentistry
Will my insurance cover cosmetic dental treatment?
Most dental insurances do not usually cover dental treatment done for cosmetic reasons. However, treatment that is needed to repair broken or decayed teeth or to replace existing restorations that are defective may qualify for some insurance reimbursement.
Most dental insurances do not usually cover dental treatment done for cosmetic reasons. However, treatment that is needed to repair broken or decayed teeth or to replace existing restorations that are defective may qualify for some insurance reimbursement.
Please expand on your state of the art technology.
Digital X-rays
Our office utilizes modern digital x-rays. Not only is the radiation exposure reduced up to 90%, but the images that are produced give us more information than conventional x-rays. With this added information Dr. Kim can diagnose smaller cavities and infections that, when treated earlier, results in more comfort for our patients.
Our office utilizes modern digital x-rays. Not only is the radiation exposure reduced up to 90%, but the images that are produced give us more information than conventional x-rays. With this added information Dr. Kim can diagnose smaller cavities and infections that, when treated earlier, results in more comfort for our patients.
Overhead Patient Monitors
For patient comfort. During the appointment they can view television, which helps in allowing those fearful patients to be less anxious, as well as make the appointment go by faster.
The Latest Sterilization Techniques to Ensure Your Health & SafetySterilization is an area that Dr. Kim’s patients never have to worry about. Not only does he use the latest sterilization techniques, but an independent laboratory regularly monitors the process to ensure safety.
Digital Photography and Imaging
Communicating with our Dental Laboratory is essential to producing beautiful dental restorations. Our state of the art Digital Camera system allows us to take pictures of your teeth and smiles and e-mail or send photos to our Dental Laboratories. In this way our Porcelain Artists can predictably achieve natural looking results with your Crowns, Veneers and Bridges.
Communicating with our Dental Laboratory is essential to producing beautiful dental restorations. Our state of the art Digital Camera system allows us to take pictures of your teeth and smiles and e-mail or send photos to our Dental Laboratories. In this way our Porcelain Artists can predictably achieve natural looking results with your Crowns, Veneers and Bridges.
What events would you like to highlight?
-My Referral Program
I do a drawing every quarter in which all those patients that referred a patient is put in to a drawing for a $350 gift certificate to Nordstroms. The next drawing is at the end of December.
Not an event, but I want to promote that emergencies are welcome and are seen same day.
Do you utilize the forms on the internet?
That can be found on my current website in PDF format under Administrative forms.
All new patients are already sent a “new patient packet” which includes a welcome letter after they schedule an appointment
What do you offer during checkups?
Regular dental checkups, dental cleanings and good dental hygiene are the foundation for a lifetime of oral health.
During each exam, we provide a complete range of preventive services to keep your mouth, teeth and gums looking and feeling their best.
• Cleaning and Hygiene
• Non-Surgical Gum Therapy
• Dental sealants
• Oral Cancer Screenings
• Regular Checkups
• Patient Education
• Cleaning and Hygiene
• Non-Surgical Gum Therapy
• Dental sealants
• Oral Cancer Screenings
• Regular Checkups
• Patient Education
