The staff at FIRST SMILES is pleased that you have insurance benefits to help with the cost of your dental care.
We would like to help you obtain maximum use of your benefits. With this in mind, please read the information on our
insurance claims process so we can work together ensuring this benefit.
Do You Accept My Insurance? How Much Will They Pay? We currently accept all private care insurance plans (plans that do not require you to select a dentist from a list or require our
office to accept a reduced fee for services). This means we work with literally thousands of companies. Although we maintain
computerized histories of payments by a given company, they do change; therefore it is impossible to give you a guaranteed
quote at the time of service. We estimate your portion based on the most up-to-date information we have; as a result it is ONLY
AN ESTIMATE. If you would like to know your exact out-of-pocket portion we will be happy to submit a pre-determination to
your insurance company prior to treatment. This does delay your treatment approximately 3-4 weeks but will give you the financial information you may require.
I Thought I Paid My Portion, But I Still Got A Bill. Why? We base the out-of-pocket portion of you bill on the most current data, but there are many factors that can affect our estimate.
There may be a deductible or you may have received treatment in another office prior to joining our dental family that is not
calculated into our database. Sometimes you may need to see a specialist for care, which also uses your annual benefits.
Insurance companies do not notify us of changes to your benefits, they only notify you. In addition, insurance companies will
typically pay benefit on what they feel is reasonable and customary. These rates can be significantly lower than those of a
specialty practice. If these situations apply to you, please let us know when we estimate your treatment plan.
Insurance Didn’t Pay, Now What? We bill your insurance as a courtesy. If your insurance does not pay within 90 days, we reserve the right to bill you in full for
the services provided and let you collect the insurance funds. This is rare, but it is important that you recognize the insurance
you have is a legal contract between you and your insurance company. Our office is not and cannot be a part of that contract.
Ultimately, you are responsible for all charges incurred in our office.
Financial Options To keep billing costs at a minimum, we request payment in full for your out-of-pocket portion at the time of service. We accept
VISA, MasterCard, Discover and American Express. If you are in need of extended finance options we offer CareCredit. Just
ask a member of our staff for an application.
We welcome you to our dental family and look forward to helping your child/children get the healthy, beautiful smile you’ve
always wanted. If there is anything we can do to make your visits here more pleasant, please don’t hesitate to ask one of our
staff members.
SEE WHY KIDDSMILES IS PERFECT FOR YOU AND YOUR FAMILY!
Preventative Care
Preventive care for teeth not only saves you from the discomfort and expense of dental problems but also contributes to your overall well-being. By adopting these practices and seeking regular dental care, you can enjoy a bright, healthy smile for years to come.
First Visit
A child’s first visit to the dentist should be enjoyable for both the parents and child. Children are not born with a natural fear of the dentist, but they can fear the unknown. Our office makes a special effort to use pleasant, non-frightening, simple words to describe each treatment. We want you and your child to feel at ease from the moment your family arrives at our office.
White Filling
Teeth white fillings, also known as tooth-colored or composite fillings, are dental restorations used to repair and restore teeth that have been affected by decay, minor fractures, or similar issues. Unlike traditional silver amalgam fillings, white fillings are made from a composite resin....
