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Why doesn't my night guard help? |
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They’re designed to reduce chewing surface wear. They do not address jaw muscle and joint dysfunctions. |
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What is the treatment for TMJ? |
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Treatment is comfortable, usually non-invasive and does not involve long-term drug therapy. Click Here for more information |
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How long does the treatment last? |
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Active treatment usually ranges from 6-12 months; improvement is often felt within a few weeks. |
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Why hasn't anyone else told me about this before? |
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Many TMJ disorders are either misdiagnosed or dismissed by health care providers as insignificant. |
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How much will my TMJ treatment cost? |
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This varies because each patient receives customized treatment. Consultation determines cost. Although not orthodontic in nature, fees are similar to orthodontics in cost. |
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Will my treatment be covered by insurance? |
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TMD treatment may be covered health insurance. It is important to note, we are not contracted with nor do we accept assignment from any carriers. We will file all claims with appropriate additional information. Typically, your insurance company will reimburse you for any contracted benefits. |
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What payment methods are available? |
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The best financial arrangements are those that serve both the patient and provider. We will provide complete details regarding all fees; however, we ask patients pay at the time of service. Accepted payment methods include VISA, MasterCard, American Express, Discover Card or checks. Interest free programs or traditional longer-term financing is available through Care Credit, Citi Health Card or Springstone Patient Financing. We will provide information for you to research, compare and determine which plan might be best for your situation. |
