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What types of Insurance does Dr. Judy accept?

As a service to you, Dr. Judy accepts most traditional insurance plans that allow you to choose your provider. If you are unsure of your coverage limitations please mention it while making your appointment, we will be happy to contact your insurance carrier and verify your coverage.

Our office will submit charges for services to your insurance company. We do consider the patient primarily responsible for the full amount. When payment of insurance claims is assigned to us, the patient's co-pay is due at the time of service.

If payment at time of service is not possible, we will make specific financial arrangements with you. For your convenience, major credit cards are accepted (MasterCard, Visa, Discover and American Express.) We also offer Care Credit to those in need of long term financial arrangements.

For more information on Care Credit, please click here.

Is Dr. Judy accepting new patients?

Yes, please call our office today to see how Dr. Judy can help with your dental needs. Please contact us at 419-476-0225 to schedule your initial visit! We would be delighted to accept your family in our practice.

Is Dr. Judy a Delta Dentist?

Dr. Judy is a Delta Premier Dentist and follows all agreements and criteria associated with that membership.

When are co-pays due?

All co-pays are expected and due at the time of service. If you need to make alternate financial arrangements, please contact our business office at 419-476-0225 prior to your appointment.

What is a composite filling?

A composite resin filling (also known as a white filling) is a tooth-colored plastic mixture filled with glass (silicon dioxide) and is a composite quartz resin which is hardened using a light. Composite fillings tend to be used as an alternative to metal, or silver amalgam, fillings and are used to treat decay on a portion of a tooth, replace an old silver amalgam filling and to maintain a white smile.

What is a amalgam filling?

Also called silver filling restoration or alloy restoration. Dental amalgam is a mixture or alloy of metals, including mercury, which is combined to form a soft and silvery looking paste which hardens on setting. It is used for the restoration of the form and function of teeth, and is made up of various metals such as silver, tin, copper, and sometimes zinc. This process has been used for dental filling for decades.

Does Dr. Judy perform extractions and can he put me to sleep?

Dr. Judy performs simple extractions. Oral Surgeons are recommended on a case by case basis or when necessary. Dr. Judy has a number of Oral Surgeons he has business relationships with and feels comfortable recommending.For the comfort of his patients, Dr. Judy can provide local anesthesia and nitrous oxide. He does not however, provide general anesthesia.

At what age should our children be seen by Dr. Judy?

Dr. Judy agrees with the guidelines set by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry which recommends seeing a dentist when the first tooth appears, or no later then his/her first birthday. Although Dr. Judy is pleased to see children of all ages, there are times when a pediatric dentist may be referred. You can learn more about dental care for your child on http://www.mychildrensteeth.org/.

Does Dr. Judy give senior citizen discounts?

Seniors who do not have insurance and are able to pay at the time of service with cash or a check are entitled to a discount.

Does Dr. Judy do all fillings or does he employ an expanded functions assistant?

Dr. Judy prefers to do all of his own fillings and does not employ an Expanded Functions Dental Assistant.

Does Dr. Judy have evening hours or weekend appointments?

Dr. Judy's office is open:

Monday & Thursday: 9:00am - 7:00pm
Tuesday: 9:00am - 5:00pm
Wednesday: Closed
Friday: 9:00am - 2:30pm
Saturday: One per month, call for available openings