FAQs
about our office
What
can I anticipate happening during my initial visit?
Do
you accept my insurance plan?
Do
you accept referrals?
What
different payment options you provide?
How
do I get a blank copy of a medical/dental history form before
my appointment?
What
makes you different than any other dental practice I can visit?
What
precautions do you take to ensure patient safety?
How
do the doctors keep up to date on all of the current techniques
and materials?
Why
did the insurance company lower your fee?
What
can I anticipate happening during my initial visit?
During your first visit, our goal is to get to know you, clearly understand
your dental health condition, and determine the best plan for any required
treatments. So we'll spend time asking you questions about your primary
dental concerns as well as your medical and dental histories. Our comprehensive
oral exam includes an oral cancer screening, TMJ analysis, detailed
periodontal evaluation, diagnostic x-rays, digital photos and charting
of existing dental conditions. Dr. Giacobbi will review treatment options
and answer your questions so you can make an informed decision about
your dental health.
Do
you accept my insurance plan?
Our practice accepts most major insurance plans. For additional information,
simply call our office and we will be happy to research your specific
plan. We will be happy to discuss the particulars of your coverage with
you prior to any treatment.
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Do
you accept referrals?
Our office enthusiastically welcomes referrals from our patients. The
best compliment you can give is to trust us with the care of your family,
friends, neighbors and coworkers. Thank you for your support.
What
different payment options you provide?
We offer several payment options:
- Cash or check
- Visa, Master
Card, Discover and American Express
- Wells Fargo interest
free financing (O.A.C.)
We also offer a
5% bookkeeping discount for prepayment of treatment exceeding $500.
Insurance co-pay and annual deductibles will be collected at the time
of service. Our office will gladly file your insurance claim electronically.
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How
do I get a blank copy of a medical/dental history form before my appointment?
We will gladly provide
you with the necessary new patient form prior to your first appointment.
Simply click the Patient Forms link and choose
the appropriate forms from the listing provided. Now you can quickly
print the forms you need and bring them to your first appointment. A
free download of Adobe Acrobat Reader is available for your convenience.
We can also send forms via USPS if necessary.
What
makes you different than any other dental practice I can visit?
Chandler Dental
Health is a state of the art office with a beautiful second story view
of the Ocotillo lakes at the SWC of Queen Creek and Alma School Roads.
Drs. Tom & Grace met in dental school and moved to Chandler to raise
their family. They live a mile from the office and enjoy working with
a fun and friendly staff Monday through Friday each week. The office
hours are convienent for early and late appointments, and we work through
lunch so you won’t have to!
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What
precautions do you take to ensure patient safety?
Our entire practice
team is well versed in state-of-the-art sanitation techniques designed
to ensure patient safety. First, about 90% of the materials we use for
patient care are disposable-- used only once and then discarded. Those
items that can’t be disposed are heat-sterilized to kill ALL bacteria
and viruses. Second, the treatment room water supply is completely self-contained.
We don't use tap water due to the presence of minerals and impurities;
we purchase distilled water for use in every operatory. We meet and
exceed all infection control guidelines. We are committed to providing
safe and healthy dental care to all of our patients and will be happy
to answer any questions you may have.
How
do the doctors keep up to date on all of the current techniques and
materials?
Drs. Tom & Grace
review the latest industry journals to keep tabs on research and
development
in the dental industry. They are actively involved in continuing their
education and updating materials and equipment on a regular basis.
Attending
several continuing education seminars yearly and memberships in local,
state, and national dental organizations allows them to remain informed
of the best dental techniques. They are committed to providing quality,
comfortable, dental care using the latest materials and equipment.
Why
did the insurance company lower your fee?
You may receive
an Explanation of Benefits(EOB) from your insurance company stating
dental fees are higher than usual and customary or in excess of the
plan
allowance. The insurance company will determine the usual and customary
fee by taking a 10-40% discount off the average fee in a geographic
area. They will never say “our benefits are too low”.
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