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How to Ensure You're Getting Necessary Dental Work: Tips to Avoid Overpaying

How to Ensure You're Getting Necessary Dental Work: Tips to Avoid Overpaying

Navigating dental care costs can be challenging. To avoid overpaying, research and inquire about rates beforehand. Speak directly with the dentist to understand fees and insurance coverage. Request detailed quotes for procedures and explore cost-effective alternatives. Ask about payment options, such as discounts for cash payments or flexible plans. Be flexible with scheduling to receive potential discounts and seek second opinions if unsure about recommended treatments. Prioritize preventive care with regular cleanings and check-ups to avoid costly procedures. Proactive communication and informed decision-making empower patients to manage dental expenses effectively. ...read more

Types of Dental Treatments

Types of Dental Treatments

Implants, veneer treatments and whitening of teeth are only a few of the many dental treatments that dentists offer their patients and prospective patients. Many people choose cosmetic dental treatments and other dental fixes to improve their dental conditions. Some individuals simply abandon dental care for lack of insurance coverage. For those who can afford to pay for dental care, the options for many types of dental treatments are breathtaking. ...read more

FAQs on Dental Insurance

FAQs on Dental Insurance

Having dental insurance is a necessity. It is important to have some sort of dental coverage because visits to the dentist and dental exams can become quite costly. Without dental insurance, you could end up spending a fortune on dental work. Prior to applying for dental insurance, you may have several questions that you need the answers to. ...read more

How to Clean Dental Implants

How to Clean Dental Implants

Dental implants are different from dentures in that they cannot be removed from your mouth. They are more expensive than dentures but have the benefit of protecting your mouth from gum loss. Fortunately there is little need for special care for dental implants, they just need to be cleaned like regular teeth. ...read more

About Pet Dental Insurance

About Pet Dental Insurance

Many pet owners underestimate the importance of dental health in their pets. Estimates show that up to 80 percent of all pets develop dental disease in the first three years of life. Often owners cannot afford routine oral health care and neglected dental care results in poor oral health for pets.  Pet dental insurance can help counteract the high costs dental health incurs. ...read more

How to Become a Dental Lab Technician

How to Become a Dental Lab Technician

The job of a dental lab technician includes working with various molds for teeth, designing dentures and veneers for patients, and even creating braces that are used to help straighten out crooked teeth. In order to become a dental lab technician, you should be able to work on your own and you should also be good with your hands. ...read more

How to Know How Much Dental Braces Will Cost

How to Know How Much Dental Braces Will Cost

Getting dental braces to straighten and align teeth can be a big decision. Dental braces can be expensive but the cost can be worth it to have a bright, straight and easy to care for smile. When making the decision to get braces, the first factor to think about is cost. ...read more

Naturally Healing a Dental Infection

Naturally Healing a Dental Infection

Nothing is more annoying than a tooth ache.  Pain is caused by some type of dental infection in the tooth or tissues surrounding the tooth.  There are ways to cure a dental infection naturally without having to foot the bill for a trip to the dentist or having to have a prescription filled at the pharmacy.  Here are a few ways to treat a dental infection naturally. ...read more

How to Get Free Dental Scrubs Online

How to Get Free Dental Scrubs Online

Scrubs are typically required attire for anyone who works in a dental office. The cost of having a clean pair available for every day of the week can add up quickly. Fortunately, there are ways to get dental scrubs for very little or even for free.  ...read more

What To Do to Ease Child Dental Fear

What To Do to Ease Child Dental Fear

Going to the dentist is a cause of fear for many people, adults and children alike. While most adults can better overcome that fear, a child may become distraught to the point of screaming and tears, making the appointment all but impossible. As a parent this can be difficult, however, you can ease your child's fear of the dentist in a few simple steps. ...read more

What Dental Procedures are Safe During Pregnancy?

What Dental Procedures are Safe During Pregnancy?

Dentists highly recommend increased dental care during pregnancy to prevent the onset of many oral diseases and damage to your teeth. Doctors recommend that pregnant women avoid many potentially harmful substances. In spite of this common warning, routine dental care is safe and recommended for pregnant women. ...read more

Types of Dental X-Rays

Types of Dental X-Rays

Dentists use dental X-rays to take pictures of your mouth, which includes the tissue, bone and teeth. This helps the dentist locate problems that they may miss during the visual exam. They can find damage to the bones, broken roots, tooth decay and other dental injuries. The X-rays assists the dentists in determining the type of treatment people need. ...read more

Types of Cosmetic Dentistry

Types of Cosmetic Dentistry

Cosmetic dentistry has become very popular. You see people talking about it on reality shows and on other television show all of the time. We never get a view of what cosmetic dentistry entails. The dentist can take any smile and make it brighter than you could have imagined. You will be amazed at the different types cosmetic dentistry that can transform a smile. ...read more

How to Treat a Tooth Abscess

How to Treat a Tooth Abscess

When bacteria invades a tooth cavity it is likely to result in an abscessed tooth. An abscessed tooth is an infected tooth. This does not only affect the tooth or the mouth in general, but can then spread to the jaw, the gums, the facial bones, the throat and underneath the tongue. Pus will be noted around the tooth, as well as swelling. Learn some common ways to treat an abscessed tooth. ...read more

Dangers of Dental X-Rays

Dangers of Dental X-Rays

When you visit the dentist for the first time and usually every year during your dental exam, the dentist wants to take dental x-rays of your teeth.  These x-rays can show any problems or potential problems under the gums and in the jawbone.  X-rays allow a dentist to locate, assess and repair dental problems, but they also have a slight level of danger. ...read more

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Northgate Smiles

4.0

By Lezzle22

Firstly - in the interest of transparency I would like to say that Northgate Smiles gives a very nice incentive for their clients to leave reviews. This is also why there are so many reviews for their clinic. Regardless, my review is 100% honest. I have always had a great experience with Northgate Smiles. The receptionists, the hygienists, and the dentists are all very welcoming and willing to take time to explain things to you. The receptionists have on multiple times walked me through my bill line by line. On one occasion they went through a great deal of effort and even called my previous dentist to find out about a previous filling that was making my current bill high. In collaboration with the dentist they were able to make some changes that saved me some money (fantastic!). The hygienist took the time to explain to me exactly what she was doing and gave me great pointers on how to care for my teeth better. Dr. Aylen explained to me at what point cavities were reversible to help me understand why my fillings were necessary. I really appreciate when my providers are willing to put in the time to actually explain things to me and I feel the entire staff at Northgate Smiles does so and does so consistently. They are very easy to schedule appointments with and utilize multiple ways of reminding you of your appointment. I was even given a Starbucks gift card for being accommodating and coming in early for my appointment. Some other 'amenities' that I appreciate is the keurig machine in the lobby for those waiting and the best part is the cable television. There is one in front of each chair that has cable television where they give you the remote and headphones so that you may watch it during your procedure. The only negative feedback I have is that it appears that the dentists bounce around from patient to patient. I have had to wait in the dentist's chair in the middle of my appointment for the dentist to return on several occasions. Regardless, because of the excellent customer service I have received otherwise, I will be returning to Northgate Smiles and recommend that others do as well. ...read more

Northgate Smiles

5.0

By lejlawa

For most people, dentists are not popular folks. Dr. Karla. E Aylen and Northgate Smiles are the "huge" exception. My experience with dentist is usually highly "transactional" in that they try to "push" products and services on to you. Dr. Aylen is the complete opposite. Their patient care is off the charts. Not only was she very personable and caring during all my procedures with included a root canal and insertion of crown, etc., but her team follow-on care was tremendous. Services were excellent and everything was explained in detail. Furthermore, the staff is very courteous and always greets guests with patience and a smile. They are knowledgeable, caring and efficient. Couple this with great state of the art equipment and you will have an excellent experience. ...read more

Northgate Smiles

5.0

By AmberNovak

I get anxiety about anything dental. This office has really helped me to over come that No matter the situation, they don't judge you. They have been great about explaining options and answering any questions about procedures and billing. I love this office so much that my young daughter is now a patient. They are gentle and precise and couldn't ask for a better dental office. ...read more

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Congratulations Dr. Aluas!

We want to give a special shout out to one of our very own dentists, Dr. Garbriela Aluas for being on Komo news this weekend! Dr. Aluas has volunteered at the Key Arena Free Dental Clinic for all 5 years and we couldn't be more proud of her. ...read more

By Northgate Smiles September 24, 2018

Happy Red Nose Day!

Happy Red Nose Day fromNorthgate Smiles! Our team wants to raise awareness for children in need and end child poverty. The red nose symbolizes the power of laughter that helps brings as all together for one good cause. We celebrate May 24th as a day dedicated to providing children a brighter future. ...read more

By Northgate Smiles May 24, 2018

VOTED SEATTLE'S TOP DENTIST AGAIN

We're proud to be Seattle Met Top Dentists four years in a row! The Northgate Smiles team welcomes you to our dental family too. Visit our website:http://www.northgatesmiles.com/ ...read more

By Northgate Smiles March 01, 2018

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