Your First Visit
Taking care of your smile should feel less like a chore and more relaxing, which is why you’ll always be warmly welcomed by our front desk staff each time you walk in. All of our new patients also receive a welcome gift as well as a tour of our state-of-the-art facility. Depending on why you’re seeing us, you’ll likely receive an examination from Dr. Khan, as well as a personalized treatment plan and cost estimate that will allow you to make the best decision for your oral health moving forward.
Patient Forms
We want to make all of your visits as simple and stress-free as possible, which is why we’ve invested in an easy-to-navigate system for patient forms. As soon as you schedule your appointment and our team adds you to our system, you’ll receive an individual link for your patient forms that will allow you to fill them out and submit them online. That way, they’re automatically attached to your patient chart by the time you come in, minimizing any waiting time.
Dental Insurance
Dr. Khan is proudly in-network with most major PPO dental insurance plans, meaning our Mount Prospect periodontal office has negotiated discounted rates and fees for patients who hold plans from certain providers. Even if we’re not in-network with your plan, our team is happy to file insurance claims on your behalf so you can receive maximum reimbursement. We’re also here to help you navigate your coverage so each of your treatments is as hassle-free as possible.
In-House Dental Savings Plan
If you’re tired of dealing with barriers to care as a result of your dental insurance coverage or you’re currently uninsured, we recommend checking out our in-house dental savings plan. For one flat annual rate, you can receive complete coverage for all of your routine dental checkups and teeth cleanings, basic X-rays, and discounts on all of our other procedures. Click on the link below for a more detailed overview of our plan, as well as an application form to sign-up.
CareCredit Financing
Do you require a treatment that isn’t covered by your dental insurance or need to pay a high out-of-pocket cost? We work with a trusted, third-party financer called CareCredit to make paying for the care you need as easy as possible. Simply click on the link below to learn whether you qualify for a low monthly payment plan with little-to-no interest.
With your In-House Dental Savings Plan there are:
| Single | $495 |
| Dual | $950 |
This program is a discount plan, not a dental insurance plan, and is secondary to any other dental plan. It cannot be used:
Program Guidelines
Your Savings Plan Coverage Table
- Consultation
- Comprehensive Periodontal Exam
- Periodic Exam
- Limited Oral Exam problem focused
Preventive
All Other Procedures
* Senior Citizen (60+ yrs) discount, additional 5% off select items
* Frequency limitation on some procedures may apply
If you would like to apply for the EPIC Dental Savings Plan, please fill out the following application form and turn it into our office. (cleaning) (2 per year)
The value of the basic patient savings above exceeds $1200.00
Gum disease symptoms can range drastically depending on how long the condition has gone untreated. Some early signs include:
Bleeding while brushing or flossing
Chronic bad breath
Swollen or puffy gums
Dark red gums
Some later signs of the disease, also referred to as periodontitis, include:
Gum recession (where the gums shrink and make teeth appear longer)
Pain while chewing
Changes in the bite
Loose teeth
Sensitivity
Tooth loss
When gum disease is caught and addressed in its early stages, known as gingivitis, the effects can be reversed with good at-home oral hygiene and targeted treatments. However, when it advances to periodontitis, it cannot be reversed, just managed to prevent worsening symptoms like tooth loss.
Dr. Khan is a periodontist, which means she has received specialized training that makes her highly qualified when it comes to placing and restoring dental implants. Not only does she utilize the latest technology that makes treatments more precise, like a cone beam CT scanner, but she also has three additional years of training after dental school, where she specialized in hard and soft tissue treatments. In addition to all of this, Dr. Khan has over 17 years of experience.
While your dental insurance may not cover the complete cost of your dental implant treatment, they may apply your benefits to portions of it, like preparatory treatments that may be necessary, and the crafting of the prosthetics. Our team will help you navigate your coverage and submit any claims on your behalf to maximize your benefits and minimize out-of-pocket expenses.
The primary difference between a general or family dentist and a periodontist is their training and education. Both are required to attend dental school, but in order for periodontists to become experts in soft and hard tissue treatments, like gum disease therapy and dental implants, they must attend an addition two to three year residency following dental school.
During this post-graduate experience, they receive extensive hands-on training and knowledge in non-surgical and surgical procedures involving the gums, dental implant placement, and periodontal (gum disease) treatment.
This answer can be complicated, especially if Dr. Khan hasn’t had a chance to examine your mouth yet. If you have the early stages of gum disease, called gingivitis, our team can work with you to reverse the condition and restore the health of your gums, allowing them to potentially support dental implants in the future. However, if you have advanced periodontitis, you may be a better candidate for traditional dentures or dental bridges since they don’t require being anchored into your gum line.