Dental Insurance
Dental Insurance
For your benefit we have made the decision to have no contractual obligations with any dental insurance companies or government agencies. What this means is that in our practice YOU will decide what treatment is appropriate for you without negative interferences from outside sources such as insurance company employees or government clerks. This is an extremely important statement because patients in most dental offices have lost that privilege. Any dentist or dental office that signs a contract with a dental insurance company is giving that insurance company the legal right to coerce that dentist into only offering insurance company dictated dental treatment. We feel strongly that YOU should determine what treatment is appropriate for you – not your insurance company.
Even though we do not participate with any dental insurance plans you WILL receive payment from your insurance company for dental treatment done in our practice. The only exception to this is an HMO plan where the only way to get coverage is to go to the HMO dental clinic. These HMO’s make up less than 1% of all insurance plans in Nevada so that’s rarely a problem. We are happy to electronically submit or print out your insurance forms and we will help you to obtain the maximum reimbursement possible from your dental insurance company.
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Sandquist Dentistry Las Vegas
We are located in the Commercial Finance Building. It’s a yellow two story building on the East side of Lake Sahara. Our entrance is on the east side of the building on the first floor.
Payment & Savings Options
Insurance
We are a Fee-for-Service dental office and file insurance claims for our patients for direct reimbursement to them. You will receive payment from your insurance company for dental treatment done in our practice, except for HMO plans that require an HMO clinic.
Optimal Dental Health Program
Our Optimal Dental Health Program offers yearly savings and 10% off most dental services when you pre pay for your hygiene visits, exams and x rays.
Financing
We offer third–party financing options like CareCredit.
FAQs
Where do I go for emergency dental care without insurance?
At Sandquist Dentistry in Las Vegas, we do our best to accommodate dental emergencies without insurance. Start by calling our Las Vegas dentist office. When you call during office hours, we make every effort to see you, sometimes on the same day. If your dental emergency happens on the weekends or after office hours, don’t worry; just call the office and leave us a message. For true dental emergencies we have an emergency line that Dr. Sandquist monitors. He will return your call as soon as possible and see you at the earliest availability. For minor dental emergencies you can also request an appointment online. We do not see patients on weekends.
Does dental insurance cover implants?
Dental insurance covers a portion of the dental implant cost, usually the implant procedure itself, or just the crown or abutment. There are also waiting periods and annual limits applied to dental insurance for implants. It’s important to understand your specific dental insurance policy so you know what’s included and what your out-of-pocket expenses for implants will be.
Sandquist Dentistry Las Vegas is a fee-for-service dental implants provider. This means we charge you directly for your implant restorations, rather than having a pre-negotiated rate with your dental insurance company. With us, you’ll pay for the cost of your abutment(s) and crown(s), and we give you the necessary documentation to file your claim for reimbursement. Your dental insurance company will then reimburse you directly for the portion of the implant restoration that your plan covers.
Do you pull teeth?
We do not pull teeth. During your consultation, if we see that you have teeth that need to be removed we will refer you to a trusted specialist and coordinate to ensure the restoration of your teeth.
What is full mouth rehabilitation?
Full-mouth rehabilitation is a comprehensive dental treatment plan that restores the function, aesthetics, and health of the entire mouth by addressing issues with teeth, gums, and bite alignment. It often involves a combination of procedures, such as crowns, veneers, implants, and periodontal treatments, tailored to the patient’s specific needs. Start by getting a consultation with a trustworthy dentist, like Dr. Sandquist. Though full mouth rehabilitation is not always necessary, digital imaging, X-rays, and a detailed assessment of your teeth, gums, jaw, and bite allow us to make a treatment plan. Restorative work (crowns, bridges, or implants), cosmetic improvements (veneers or teeth whitening), and functional corrections (orthodontics or TMJ therapy) are all part of your personalized treatment plan. At Sandquist Dentistry in Las Vegas, we are here to get your oral health, function, and appearance back to their best.
What is myofunctional therapy and do I need it?
Myofunctional therapy is a series of exercises designed to improve the strength, coordination, and function of the tongue, lips, and facial muscles. It addresses issues like tongue thrust, mouth breathing, improper swallowing, or poor oral posture, which can contribute to dental problems, sleep apnea, or jaw pain.
You might need myofunctional therapy if you experience symptoms like chronic mouth breathing, speech difficulties, teeth grinding, or an open bite, or if your dentist identifies functional habits affecting your oral health. At Sandquist Dentistry in Las Vegas, Dr. Lee-Mirzayan, DDS, is certified in myofunctional therapy and, through consultation, will help you determine whether it’s right for you.