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FAQs

Have questions about your treatment, or about our office procedures? Here are answers to some of the questions that our patients often ask.

Do I need a referral from my doctor?
Do you accept referrals?
Are you accepting new patients?
What kind of dental specialist should I see?
Do you accept insurance?
My child has had an accident and his/her tooth has been entirely knocked out. What do I do?
What payment methods do you accept?
What makes you different from any other dental practice I can visit?
Where can I learn more about dental implants?
What is jaw reconstruction?
What options do I have for anesthesia?
Why should I have my wisdom teeth removed?
Do you offer treatment for facial rejuvenation?

Do I need a referral from my doctor?

Here at OMSH, we do not require a written referral from your dental or medical doctor. Patients can initiate their own care if they have a situation that requires care from our group of doctors. Just call our Houston oral surgery office at 713-464-2833 and any of our team members will find a time that works best for your initial consultation.

Do you accept referrals?

Absolutely! We work with many different dental and medical practices throughout the Houston area to provide their patients in need of specialty care from an oral surgeon. Even if your general practitioner has given you the name of another provider, you may still contact our office on your own to see one of our doctors for your needs.

Are you accepting new patients?

At OMSH, we are always accepting new patients for specialty care. And, there is no age limit - young or the young at heart - are welcome in our practice.

What kind of dental specialist should I see?

If you needed heart surgery, you would want to see a cardiologist, or for a foot issue maybe a podiatrist. Dental care providers work under individual specialties, just like in medicine. Here are some examples that may help you determine what type of dental specialist to seek:

Cleanings, routine check-ups, fillings, crowns, etc…	A General Dentist
Root canals	An Endodontist
Gum Disease	A Periodontist
Braces / Orthodontics	An Orthodontist
Children’s routine dentistry	A Pedodontist
Dentures, Partials, etc…	A Prosthodontis
Dental Implants, Wisdom teeth removal, biopsies, Extractions, etc...	AN ORAL SURGEON

Whatever type of care you seek, be sure to select someone who does those types of procedures on a daily basis and has the experience and training to deliver the quality of care you deserve.

Do you accept insurance?

Our insurance specialist will contact your insurance carrier to see what oral surgery benefits you may be entitle through under both your medical and dental plans. You will be asked to take care of deductible and coinsurance amounts at the time of treatment.

My child has had an accident and his/her tooth has been entirely knocked out. What do I do?

When a tooth is knocked out, it's important to call us as soon as possible for assistance. If you're calling after regular office hours, ask that the doctor be paged. To preserve the tooth until you can see us, put it in a glass of milk.

We may be able to replace and stabilize the tooth. If that's not possible, we can suggest treatment options-such as dental implants-for permanent replacements.

What payment methods do you accept?

We accept cash, checks, MasterCard, Visa, America Express, and Discover. Extended or zero-percent payment options are available through CapitalOne Healthcare Finance.

Learn more about your zero percent payment options at

www.capitalonehealthcarefinance.com

What makes you different from any other dental practice I can visit?

Dr. Stobaugh is a specialist in oral and maxillofacial surgery. That means he has additional training and experience in procedures such as dental implants, extractions, wisdom tooth surgery, plastic surgery, facial rejuvenation and trauma surgery.

What does this mean to you? Easier and more comfortable dental care. For example, we offer more and different sedation options than you have receiving treatment from a general dentist. And, because we procedures these procedures so frequently, we understand how to quickly work around any difficulties that might unexpectedly arise. With our knowledge and experience, you'll spend less time in the dental chair and have a smoother recovery.

Where can I learn more about dental implants?

We've included information about dental implants in our Patient Education section. We also have a dental implant coordinator in our office who will be happy to answer any questions you may have.

You can also find good information about dental implants at the website of the International College of Oral Implantologists.

What is jaw reconstruction?

Jaw reconstruction-also called orthognathic surgery-involves reshaping a patient's face to correct facial or jaw abnormalities. In orthognathic surgery, the doctor changes the position of the jaw to improve its function (chewing and speaking) and appearance. Jaw reconstruction surgery is often done in conjunction with orthodontic treatment.

What options do I have for anesthesia?

As a specialty surgical practice, we can provide you with more options for sedation than a general dentist. We have personnel specially trained to administer and monitor your vital signs during surgery.

We offer everything from nitrous to oral sedation to IV sedation. The type we use depends on the procedures you are having done, and your own preferences. We'll be happy to discuss the various types of sedation with you.

Why should I have my wisdom teeth removed?

Wisdom teeth-also called third molars--may cause many problems if they aren't removed. They can crowd other teeth, shifting them, disrupting your bite and even contributing to bone loss in your jaw. Partially erupted wisdom teeth can trap food, causing tooth decay and contributing to gum disease. They may cause swelling and pain in your jaw.

The longer your wisdom teeth remain in your mouth, the more potential they have to do damage-and the more difficult they are to remove. We'll be glad to evaluate the way your wisdom teeth and let you know what treatment, if any, we recommend.

Do you offer treatment for facial rejuvenation?

We offer a variety of facial rejuvenation procedures that can remove fine lines and wrinkles around the mouth, eyes and forehead. Please call our office for a consultation appointment so we can discuss your particular situation.