We would like to welcome you to Riverview Family Dentistry in Dubuque, Iowa lead by our dentists Dr. Mike Lattner and Dr. Adam Shroyer. Our dental office offers exceptional dental care to our patients and we take great satisfaction in helping you maintain optimal oral health. With a professional and friendly team, our practice is devoted to comprehensive and preventive patient care.
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Financing and Payment
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We recognize that while your dental health is important to you, affording the treatment you need may cause budget concerns even with dental insurance.
We have developed a number of financial options to fit nearly any budget.
If you have questions or would like to discuss which option might work best for you, please call our office at (563)583-3788.
Dental insurance has become incredibly complex, with plans and coverage varying drastically depending on your insurance provider and the choices your employer makes.
We have developed a number of financial options to fit nearly any budget.
If you have questions or would like to discuss which option might work best for you, please call our office at (563)583-3788.
Dental insurance has become incredibly complex, with plans and coverage varying drastically depending on your insurance provider and the choices your employer makes.
FAQs
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A: The brand of the toothbrush is not as critical as the type of bristle and the size of the head.
A soft toothbrush is the only toothbrush you should use because medium and hard brushes actually wear away tooth structure and contribute to recession of the gums.
It's unnecessary to "scrub" the teeth as long as you are brushing at least twice a day and visiting your dentist at least twice a year for cleanings.
Many patients are starting to move towards electric toothbrushes.
These brushes can be very effective for motivated patients.
A soft toothbrush is the only toothbrush you should use because medium and hard brushes actually wear away tooth structure and contribute to recession of the gums.
It's unnecessary to "scrub" the teeth as long as you are brushing at least twice a day and visiting your dentist at least twice a year for cleanings.
Many patients are starting to move towards electric toothbrushes.
These brushes can be very effective for motivated patients.
Dental Cleaning
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A dental cleaning is a professional cleaning you receive from a dentist or dental hygienist.
Most dental cleanings take only between 25 and 30 minutes.
Cleanings should be performed every six months to prevent excessive plaque buildup.
Plaque left untreated can lead to unhealthy gums and tooth decay.
Dental cleanings are for people with healthy gums or gingivitis only.
Gingivitis is a reversible form of gum disease that does not effect the bone.
People with gingivitis have tartar that is above the gumline which is removed from the teeth at the cleaning by the hygienist.
Most dental cleanings take only between 25 and 30 minutes.
Cleanings should be performed every six months to prevent excessive plaque buildup.
Plaque left untreated can lead to unhealthy gums and tooth decay.
Dental cleanings are for people with healthy gums or gingivitis only.
Gingivitis is a reversible form of gum disease that does not effect the bone.
People with gingivitis have tartar that is above the gumline which is removed from the teeth at the cleaning by the hygienist.
Fillings
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A filling is a way to restore a tooth damaged by decay back to its normal function and shape when it effects less than 50% of the tooth structure.
If you have a tooth that requires a filling, the dentist will first remove the decayed tooth material, clean the affected area, and then fill the cleaned out cavity with a filling material.
A filling helps prevent further decay by closing off any cracks or spaces where bacteria can enter.
Fillings only protect the tooth when the width is less than 50% of the tooth.
If you have a tooth that requires a filling, the dentist will first remove the decayed tooth material, clean the affected area, and then fill the cleaned out cavity with a filling material.
A filling helps prevent further decay by closing off any cracks or spaces where bacteria can enter.
Fillings only protect the tooth when the width is less than 50% of the tooth.
Halitosis Bad Breath
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Halitosis is sophisticated word for "bad breath".
Depending on the cause, bad breath may strike on occasion or be a persistent condition.
The most common cause of bad breath is bacteria.
Because the mouth is moist and warm, it creates perfect conditions for the millions of bacteria that live in the mouth.
In fact, approximately 80% of bad breath is caused by something in the mouth.
Some types of bad breath, such as "morning mouth, " are considered fairly normal and are not usually health concerns.
Depending on the cause, bad breath may strike on occasion or be a persistent condition.
The most common cause of bad breath is bacteria.
Because the mouth is moist and warm, it creates perfect conditions for the millions of bacteria that live in the mouth.
In fact, approximately 80% of bad breath is caused by something in the mouth.
Some types of bad breath, such as "morning mouth, " are considered fairly normal and are not usually health concerns.
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