FAQs

NorthWest Smile Dental & Denture

  • How soon can I be seen?

    We welcome walk-ins, but appointments are preferred. Same-day appointments may be available. Our doctor is available on Tuesdays and Thursdays, and we typically schedule patients for those days.
  • Do you accept Medicaid?

    Yes, we accept Medicaid for patients over 21 years of age.
  • Do you do full mouth extractions?

    Yes, we provide full mouth extractions in our office.
  • Do you offer oral sedation?

    Yes, we offer oral sedation with local anesthetics for patient comfort.
  • How soon can I get my dentures?

    Insurance covers dentures once every 5-7 years. For the best fit, we have patients wait a minimum of 2 months before fabricating their dentures. We also provide immediate dentures after your consultation and fitting if you would like to pay out of pocket.
  • What types of insurance do you accept?

    We accept all major insurance plans, including Medicare and Medicaid.
  • Do you accept cash payment?

    Yes, we accept cash payments. We also offer discounts for patients who choose to pay in cash.
  • Do you offer emergency services?

    While we're not open evenings or weekends, we do offer walk-in emergency appointments during our regular business hours.
  • Do you refer out to specialists for extractions?

    In most cases, we perform all extractions in-house, including root canals, wisdom tooth removal, and full mouth extractions. This approach helps save our patients time and money.