Do you have some questions about Advanced Dental Centers services, procedures, policies, or other aspects of our practice that are important to you? We have compiled some of the questions we hear most frequently at our office. If you would like further information please call us at 843-206-0502, we would love to speak with you.

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How does the doctor keep up-to-date on all of the current techniques and materials?

Before I begin a procedure, can you show me what my finished smile can look like?

Do you accept referrals?

Do you accept my insurance plan?

My gums bleed. How do you treat gum disease?

What do I do if I have an emergency when the office is closed?

How can I have whiter teeth?

What precautions do you take to ensure patient safety?

What makes you different than any other dental practice I can visit?

I want my front teeth to look better, but I don’t want to wear braces. What would you recommend?

My spouse snores and keeps me up all night. I’ve heard that a dentist might be able to prescribe an appliance that prevents snoring. If this is true, how do I find out if you can help?

What types of technology do you offer and why?

Do you offer financing for regular and cosmetic dental work?

I am nervous about dental treatment. Can I be asleep or sedated?

Is tooth whitening harmful in any way to my teeth?

How long do veneers and crowns – or caps – last?

What is the difference between veneers and crowns?