How do I get emergency dental care?
Your first step in getting emergency dental care is to call Distinctive Dentistry by Mullens & Nguyen as soon as possible and let one of our staff members assist you. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, call 911 immediately.
Most hospital emergency rooms, mobile ERs, and urgent care clinics are not equipped to handle dental emergencies, and thus if you go there, you are not likely to be treated.
In most cases, you can expect a same-day appointment with us, but please call the office and let our team help you.
Dental emergencies are often an indication that you have larger dental problems lurking. They are an important sign that it’s time to get back into the habit of regularly visiting the dentist. This can help prevent future emergencies, saving you time, money, and of course, your smile!
How do I find the best place to get dental work done?
The first step in finding the best place to get dental work done is to first determine what it is you’re looking for. Usually, this is a combination of things like welcoming your insurance, practice location, dentist credentials, safety and cleanliness standards, and hours of operation.
Additionally, it’s important to know what kind of dental care you need, whether it be someone who is comfortable treating children, can perform major restorative work, offers cosmetic dentistry treatments, or simply who can provide routine check-ups and cleanings, as certain dentists are better suited to specific types of care.
Finally, it’s important to get a good feel for the practice. At Distinctive Dentistry by Mullens & Nguyen, we pride ourselves on offering personalized, stress-free care, and we’ve got the reviews to prove it. In fact, we’re proud to share them with you. While you’re here, take a look at our dentist bios, too, so you can get a better understanding of who we are and how we can help you care for your oral health.
How much does a dental check-up & cleaning cost in Jacksonville?
The cost of a dental check-up and cleaning can vary depending on geographic location and the dental health of the individual patient.
Each check-up and cleaning should begin with a patient health history, as well as a discussion of your questions and concerns. It should also include a thorough examination by your dentist, a professional cleaning, X-rays, and an oral cancer screening.
The average cost of this type of appointment in markets across the United States is between $200 and $350. If you have dental insurance, the fees for your check-up and cleaning (including out of pocket co-payments) are negotiated with us by your insurance company.
What level of education is required to be a dentist?
All dentists in the United States must have earned either a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or a Doctor of Dental Sciences (DDS) from one of the nation’s 67 Accredited dental schools.
Acceptance into dental school requires the student to have earned a bachelor's degree with very high grades in a math or science heavy major. Dental school is a three-year program which combines classroom and hands-on learning.
Following graduation, some dentists choose to continue their education by earning one of twelve specializations recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA). These programs require an additional three or more years of dental school training.
Finally, all dentists are required to complete a minimum amount of continuing education hours annually to keep their dental license active.
Richard C. Mullens, DDS
James H. Nguyen, DMD
