Questions, Answered

We have two locations. Desert Ridge is at 21050 N Tatum Blvd #200, Phoenix, AZ 85050 — (480) 400-1794. Scottsdale is at 8776 E Shea Blvd Ste 107, Scottsdale, AZ 85260 — (480) 697-4997. We are proud to serve Phoenix, Scottsdale and the surrounding communities.

Monday 9:00 am–5:00 pm, Tuesday 9:00 am–6:00 pm, Wednesday 9:00 am–4:00 pm, Thursday 8:00 am–4:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am–3:00 pm. We are closed Saturday and Sunday.

It is estimated that nearly 75% of adults in the United States have some level of dental fear, and our practice was designed around that. Every appointment includes our complimentary comfort menu: plush blankets, ceiling TVs, a beverage bar, headphones, hot aromatherapy towels and relaxing music. Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) is available for patients who need a little extra help relaxing, and we offer multiple sedation options for nervous patients.

Yes. We offer appointments that accommodate your entire family, so you are not running all over town to get everyone seen. We care for children and adults alike and work with children to build healthy oral habits early.

Book online any time using the Schedule Appointment button, or call the office you would like to visit. For an emergency, please call (480) 400-1794 — urgent care can usually be provided the same day.

It is recommended that you take your children for their first dental appointment when they are around six months old. If you notice that your children have discolored teeth, you will want to bring them in before this.

Any soft-bristled toothbrush with a small head. There are ones designed specially for infants that are perfect to use at bedtime.

First, rinse the irritated area with warm water and place a cold compress on your child’s face if it is swollen. You can give your child acetaminophen for the pain. Once you do this, make sure that you see your dentist as soon as possible.

Try to avoid nursing children to sleep or putting anything other than water in their bedtime bottle. Also make sure that you learn and teach your children the proper way to floss and brush at a young age. Taking your children to the dentist regularly to have their teeth checked will help them learn lifelong habits.

As with traditional metal braces, you may experience some temporary discomfort each time you place a new set of aligners in your mouth. This discomfort is usually pressure, and a sign that your aligners are doing their job and moving your teeth.

Invisalign checkups are every 4 to 6 weeks. They are important as they give us a chance to make sure your treatment is progressing as it should.

If you would like your new and improved smile to last for years to come, wearing a retainer once you complete Invisalign treatment is essential. It helps reduce your risk of relapse and ensures your teeth remain straight.

We recommend brushing them with toothpaste and water. It is a good idea to get into the habit of doing this each time you brush and floss your teeth.

Invisalign is like other orthodontic appliances in that it may temporarily affect the way you speak. The good news is that once your tongue and lips get used to the aligners, you will be able to speak normally.

Your age and the severity of your case determine the length of your treatment plan. However, most patients complete their Invisalign treatment in about 6 months. We offer Invisalign for both teens and adults, and consultations are free.

We are an insurance-friendly office and participate with most PPO plans, including Aetna, Anthem, Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta, GEHA, Guardian, Humana, MetLife, Principal, SunLife Financial, Tricare, United Concordia and United Healthcare. Because plans change, please see the full list or contact the office for the most up-to-date confirmation.

No. As a courtesy to our patients we file all insurance claims on your behalf, and our insurance experts will do everything possible to help you use your coverage to its fullest.

If you are insured, please bring your insurance information to your first visit so we can confirm your benefits and coverage. Dental plans are unique to each patient, so benefits vary from person to person.

No insurance? No sweat. Our Minted Membership plan covers your cleanings, exams and x-rays twice a year and gives you 20% off most common procedures — with no waiting periods, deductibles or annual caps.

Yes. We are happy to work with third-party financiers to offer low and no interest payment plans, and we will always explain your treatment options and the cost associated with each before you commit.

Two free regular cleanings a year, two free dentist exams a year, two free sets of x-rays a year, and 20% off the most common dental procedures.

None. There are no waiting periods, no claim forms to submit, no dollar caps on services, and no deductibles or maximums.

Joining is easy. Just let us know you are interested when you come in for your appointment — we take care of the rest and get you enrolled during your visit. You can also ask us about it when you book online.

Usually, yes. Call (480) 400-1794 and we will do our best to see and treat you as quickly as possible. Same-day emergency appointments are available and urgent care can typically be provided the same day.

A toothache, a chipped or cracked tooth, a knocked-out tooth, or a missing or loose piece of dental work such as a filling or crown. If you are unsure, call us — we can also walk you through first aid and pain management over the phone.

Pick the tooth up by the crown only — do not touch the root or remove any tissue still attached to it. Gently rinse off dirt or debris and place it back into the open socket. If that is not possible, keep it in milk or saltwater to preserve it for up to one hour, and call us immediately.

Most fillings need to be replaced outright. In the meantime you can temporarily cover the exposed part of the tooth with dental cement, which can also hold a crown in place. These are temporary measures only — please book in to have the restoration replaced.

It depends on what is needed to repair the damage. We will review your situation, explain all of your treatment options and help you understand the cost of each. We also process and file insurance claims to offset your out-of-pocket costs, and can arrange low or no interest payment plans.