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Common Questions

What is a one-visit crown? Will I wear a temporary?
When should a child first visit the dentist?
How can a dentist treat a sleep disorder?
Can I finance my dental work or pay by credit card?

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What is a one-visit crown? Will I wear a temporary?

If you’ve ever had a dental crown, inlay, or onlay, you know they require two visits. It’s common for a temporary to fall out or break before the final restoration is ready for placement. Your time is precious, so to serve you to the best of our ability, we use CEREC CAD/CAM technology for one-visit crowns, inlays, and onlays. In a single office visit, our doctors can design, mill, and place a permanent, tooth-colored restoration. No temporary. No follow-up visit. Learn more about CEREC here.

When should a child first visit the dentist?

The American Dental Association recommends that children first visit the dentist before age one. We call this early childhood visit a happy visit. Simply tell us that you plan to bring your little one to your cleaning or checkup, and we’ll set aside time for a quick oral evaluation. A happy visit serves two purposes. First, it allows our doctors to find and address developmental issues or oral problems early, even before teeth erupt. Second, the first visit gives a child a familiarity with our office and team members so that subsequent six-month checkups, and eventually cleanings and restorative visits, will not feel traumatic or intimidating. Learn more about children’s dentistry here.

How can a dentist treat a sleep disorder?

In some cases, oral structures block airflow in a condition known as obstructive sleep apnea. Our doctors use the WatchPAT home sleep study to diagnose obstructive sleep apnea. Once diagnosed, OSA can often be treated with an oral appliance that holds the lower jaw slightly forward to eliminate airway blockage. We use the SomnoMed appliance to treat OSA. Learn more about sleep apnea here.

Can I finance my dental work or pay by credit card?

Yes. We accept major credit cards and CareCredit financing. Please visit our new patients page for details, or call us if you have questions.

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We want to give you and your loved ones a thousand reasons to smile. Schedule your family’s appointments in our inviting Norwalk, Ohio dental office by calling 419-668-3606 today. Dr. Norman Sommers, Dr. Adam Sommers, Dr. James Loch, and our professional dental care team serve patients from Monroeville, Milan, Willard, Sandusky, Huron, and surrounding communities.Thank you for visiting, and we look forward to seeing you in the office soon!