Frequently asked questions
Have a dental question?
Our Stamford team is here to help – see answers to the most common things patients ask us below!
General
We care about making things easy and comfortable for our patients. Our office has been part of the Stamford community for decades, and we’ve built a team with specialists in every area of dentistry. People come to us because they know they can get everything done here, from simple cleanings to complex dental work, all with a team they trust. We try to make every visit as stress-free as possible and treat everyone like our very own family.
Yes, we do! If you’re facing a dental emergency like a toothache, broken tooth, or a knocked-out tooth, just call us right away. Our team will do everything possible to get you in the same day, so you’re not left waiting or worrying. We want you to feel taken care of, and our dentists and specialists are right here in our Stamford office ready to help.
We really mean it when we say we’re a one-stop shop for dental care. You can get your regular cleanings, checkups, and fillings, but we also handle braces, dental implants, wisdom teeth removal, root canals, cosmetic work, and so much more. Our whole team works together under one roof, so you don’t have to drive all over town to see different specialists.
We accept most major dental insurance plans, and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to get the care you need. If you’re not sure about your coverage, our front desk team can walk you through your options. And if you don’t have insurance, we offer payment plans to help fit your budget.
Absolutely. Our practice has pediatric dentists on staff, so we see kids, teens, adults, and seniors. A lot of families come here because they like the idea of everyone getting their dental care in one place, with a team that knows their family and makes visits comfortable for every age. Come and check out our pediatric dentistry services and get to know our team today!
Emergencies
Generally speaking, any dental issue that requires immediate attention to alleviate serious pain, save a tooth, or to stop severe bleeding and infections can be considered an emergency. Should you be suffering from any of the dental issues listed below, you should call for an emergency dental appointment.
If you have injuries that are life threatening or beyond dental repair, you should seek help from a medical professional or call 911. However, for dental issues most emergency rooms are limited in what they can do to help.
In accidents where someone damages their teeth, emergency rooms will not be able to do much more than stop the bleeding or provide pain medication. Once the patient is able to leave the ER, they should promptly contact an emergency dentist.
If you can’t schedule online or connect via the phone, hop in your car and drive to our office! We hold time in the schedule every day for same-day emergencies and patients that need our help. We have specialists already in the building and can care for a wide range of dental issues.
You can help protect your filling if still intact by placing it in a zip lock bag and taking it to your dentist. If you’ve lost a dental filling, it’s recommended that you should schedule an emergency dental appointment as soon as possible.
Insurance & payment
Dental insurance is not required to visit our dental office in Stamford CT and we do offer financing options. Coverage varies so contact us today!
If you are uninsured or have a plan that we don’t accept, we also have an in-house dental membership plan you can consider as well!
Yes. Our secure payment portal is on the Make a Payment page and opens in a new tab. Payments are processed securely through Balance Collect.
You’ll need your invoice or account number (if you have it) and a credit card. Contact us if you have any questions!
Kids
Tooth decay is one of the most prevalent diseases in children. However, this disease can be prevented, which is why our office in Stamford, CT recommends scheduling regular checkups every six months.
Laughing gas is safe for adults as well as children and can be a great option if you have a dental phobia. Afterwards, patients are typically allowed to drive home or go back to work, and children are often permitted to return to school.
We typically recommend that children visit an orthodontist around the age of 7. Children begin to start losing teeth around the age of 6, and this is also when permanent teeth start to erupt.
If your child has experienced an injury to the mouth, give our Stamford, CT office a call, and we can help guide you on the appropriate course of action.
- Without touching the root of the tooth, carefully rinse off noticeable debris
- Have your child place the tooth in the pouch of his or her cheek
- If you have a younger child, submerge the tooth in a pool of saliva or milk to ensure the tooth remains in a moist environment
- Immediately proceed to our office or the hospital if necessary
Services
Dental anxiety? No problem. At The Stein Dental Group, we offer safe and effective sedation options, including nitrous oxide, oral sedation, and IV sedation. Whether it’s a routine visit or a more complex procedure, our team ensures a stress-free, comfortable experience so you can get the care you need without worry.
Read more about sedation dentistry.
Unsure how you feel about the look of braces? Invisalign is a newer technology that foregoes metal wiring altogether. Invisalign uses 3D images of the mouth to create a series of clear, plastic removable aligners. Invisalign is designed to be worn 22 hours/day and differs from braces in that the aligners can be taken out of your mouth for eating and brushing/flossing your teeth.
Regular check-ins with our Stamford office allow for close monitoring on the movement of your teeth. Read more about orthodontics.
We can take care of all of your needs in house with the general dentists, endodontist, periodontist, orthodontist, and oral surgeon that we have on site.
Still have questions?
Our team here at The Stein Dental Group are standing by and able to answer any additional questions you have!