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  • About Us
  • Services
    • Dental Cleanings
    • Teeth Whitening
    • Products
    • Policies
  • FAQ
  • Contact Us
  • Book Now!
  • Marketing Services
  • FUN!

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a cleaning cost?

How much does a cleaning cost?

How much does a cleaning cost?

A typical visit with a dental hygienist at our clinic can cost anywhere from $130-$220+ depending on your needs (the longer it takes to remove tartar, the more it costs). We offer complimentary assessments to discuss cost and a payment plan can be arranged if you are unable to afford to pay for the full cost of your visit. 

See our current fee guide.

How does a payment plan work?

How much does a cleaning cost?

How much does a cleaning cost?

We want to make preventive dental care more accessible by offering payment plans for dental cleanings! Plans can be customized to suit your budget, but our typical arrangement is to collect half of the cost of your treatment on the day of your visit and then the remaining balance can be paid in two separate payments (usually in 2 week intervals. 


Consults are always complimentary if you'd like to discuss the exact cost of your dental cleaning up front (the cost can vary based on your needs).
Please text or call the gumLINE if you'd like to talk about it or click to schedule a complimentary consult.709-330-4867(GUMS)

Book a complimentary consult.

Do you offer direct billing?

How much does a cleaning cost?

I don't understand my insurance coverage.

We sure do! If your plan allows direct billing, we can send through your claims and you're only responsible for your co-pay on the day of your visit.  Need help understanding your coverage? Just let us know! 

Learn more.

I don't understand my insurance coverage.

What happens if I am unable to visit a dentist?

I don't understand my insurance coverage.

We love helping our clients understand their policies so that they can make more informed decisions about their care. If you want help demystifying your coverage (spoiler alert, you probably get more cleanings a year than you realize), please call or text Shannen at 709-330-GUMS(4867). She'd love to assist you!

Do I need to visit a dentist?

What happens if I am unable to visit a dentist?

What happens if I am unable to visit a dentist?

Yes. We offer preventive dental care and advise our clients to visit a dentist regularly for exams, xrays and treatment as required. With your consent, we can send them a treatment update after your visit to let them know that we saw you!

What happens if I am unable to visit a dentist?

What happens if I am unable to visit a dentist?

What happens if I am unable to visit a dentist?

We strongly recommend regular visits with a dentist but you will not be denied preventive dental care if you are unable to visit a dentist for whatever reason.

I haven't had a cleaning in years. Is that ok?

Am I candidate for professional teeth whitening?

Am I candidate for professional teeth whitening?

We love helping our clients get their oral health back on track! We provide a judgement free zone to help you regain control and put you back on the path to optimal oral health and wellness. If you don't have a dentist that you see currently, we can connect you with one for an exam and treatment as required!

Click to book a dental cleaning.

Am I candidate for professional teeth whitening?

Am I candidate for professional teeth whitening?

Am I candidate for professional teeth whitening?

You may be a candidate for whitening if you have healthy teeth and gums, no crowns/veneers/fillings on front teeth (only natural teeth brighten), are over the age of 16 and are not pregnant or breast feeding. If you have heavy tartar built up or haven't seen a dental professional in a while, we may recommend a professional cleaning or a check up with a dentist prior to treatment! 

Learn about our whitening options.

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