Lifepath Dental & Wellness

Yes, we do offer direct billing, also called “assignment” as long as a valid credit card is left on file.

Benefits coverage changes from time to time, so it’s important to make sure you know what your plan covers. If you provide us with a breakdown of your benefits, we can provide you an ESTIMATE of what your costs will be.

Our estimates are based on your latest diagnosis and assessment by our dental team. If you’re concerned about exactly what costs you’ll be responsible for, simply ask about our Pre-Treatment Estimate.

A Pre-Treatment Estimate provides you the exact cost of the treatment to be provided. Upon request, we will submit this paperwork to your insurance provider before any dental work is performed. While this may delay your treatment, you will know exactly what out-of-pocket costs you may be required to pay.

We require payment in full at the time of treatment. We accept most insurance plans, as well as MasterCard, Visa, American Express, and Interac (Debit).

We are happy to provide a detailed treatment plan with the associated costs clearly outlined so that you can budget for each appointment accordingly. We can also prioritize treatments to allow you to attend to the most urgent dental needs and then plan further treatments over time.

Orthodontics treatments are considered a safe and effective way of treating teeth that are crowded. In addition, orthodontic treatment can be used to correct spaced teeth, crossbite issues, and other orthodontic problems. Properly aligned teeth can help prevent dental issues like tooth decay and gingivitis, especially since brushing and flossing become easier. Also, by improving any bite irregularities, you improve your ability to chew and speak clearly.

The length of orthodontic treatment varies for each patient. Treatment length depends on the severity of your orthodontic concerns. With treatment like Invisalign, nine to twelve months is considered an average timeframe for plastic aligners to do their job.

The answer to this is an emphatic NO! There is no age limit to wanting to have a perfect smile. Yes, it is ideal to have orthodontic treatment earlier in life; however, many adults are taking advantage of today’s treatment options (such as Invisalign) that were not available in previous years.

With orthodontic procedures such as Invisalign, your treatment should be relatively pain-free. While some patients do report a temporary discomfort at each new Invisalign stage, this typically goes away after a couple of days.

This necessity is typically quite rare, so depending on your individual case, teeth extraction may be necessary to make enough room for your treatment to work properly. However, this will be thoroughly discussed with you by your Lifepath dentist.

If you feel your child might require orthodontic care, we suggest booking a complimentary consultation with Lifepath Dental & Wellness. Treatment requirements depend on the development stage of your child’s teeth, which progresses differently for each person.

Typically, orthodontic care is covered under most dental coverage plans. However, we strongly recommend that you check with your insurance provider for details specific to your plan. Our dental administration team is happy to answer any questions you may have about payment options and insurance. Please be aware that orthodontic work does not qualify for direct billing and is non-assignable.

The good news is that sedation dentistry is very safe. We ensure the safety of our Sedation Dentistry patients by using monitoring equipment during the procedure, including a pulse oximeter and oxygen equipment. Our Dentists are also CPR-trained and are required to have reversal medication agents on hand in the rare case of an adverse reaction to the sedatives.

Sedation dentistry is often referred to as sleep dentistry. However, the term “Sleep Dentistry” can be misleading. When we use sedatives, you are not actually asleep, though you may feel quite sleepy due to the effects of the sedatives. Note that the term sleep dentistry is often associated with the use of general anesthesia. The use of general anesthesia in dentistry is not considered to be Sedation Dentistry.