“Are you in network with my insurance?” or “Do you take Metlife” or “Why aren’t you on the list of dentists my insurance wants me to go to?” These are questions we are frequently asked by patients, and we hope to clear up much of the confusion when we answer them. At Smile Hilliard, we […]
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A tooth abscess is a pocket of pus that forms near an infected tooth as a result of a bacterial infection. Abscesses sometimes form at the tip of a tooth’s root (called a periapical abscess) and, other times, they might form along the side of a tooth’s root (called a periodontal abscess). Abscesses are not
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It is natural for teeth to become discolored and stained over time. Smiles become less bright, less white, and less evenly colored for several reasons. Teeth discoloration occurs due to consuming highly pigmented foods and drinks and as a result of tobacco use. They can also become discolored as a result of age, tooth decay,
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It is recommended that you visit the dentist routinely for regular dental examinations and professional cleanings. Sometimes, however, oral health problems can occur in between appointments. When this is the case, you should never wait until your next regularly scheduled examination, but should, instead, seek attention from your dentist right away. If you experience any
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Over the past two years (post-COVID), we have been forced to make several difficult decisions to keep our small, family-owned dental office viable. However, one decision we will NEVER make is to lower the standard of care that we give to our patients. As you may already be aware, we have made the decision to
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Tooth decay (aka cavities) is the most common dental health issue that both children and adults encounter throughout their lives. If not adequately addressed, tooth decay can lead to serious oral health issues. By better understanding tooth decay, its stages, and how it is treated, you can take better precautions to protect your health by
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A root canal (also called root canal therapy) is a procedure that is performed to save a patient’s natural tooth that would otherwise need to be extracted. A patient might require a root canal if the interior of a tooth has a bacterial infection as a result of tooth decay, an injury, or old dental work
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Summer is wrapping up and the new school year is upon us! While you begin to get back into your child’s school routine, we encourage you to also think about adding back-to-school dental care to your end-of-summer to-do list with these five quick and easy tips to keep your child’s teeth and gums healthy. 5 Easy Tips
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Teeth whitening treatments are a popular option today and can help you achieve a brighter smile and boost your overall confidence at the same time. From take-home tray methods to professional whitening at the dentist’s office, you can even receive the results you want in less time. Once you complete these treatments, however, there are things
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Advancements in dental technology continue to arrive every year. Many of these are directly beneficial to the patient experience and lead to less invasive and less time-consuming procedures. As a result, caring for your oral health is becoming easier, and the detection of issues can happen long before severity sets in. Here are some of
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At our office in Hilliard, Ohio, Dr. Rachel Sanyk and the Smile Hilliard team are fully committed to providing our patients with the very best in general dentistry with comprehensive preventive, restorative, cosmetic, and therapeutic services.
Smile Hilliard always goes above and beyond! Staff exudes professionalism. The cleanliness and overall aesthetic of the office is top notch. I’ve been going here for several years, before and after pandemic. Highly recommend!
- Josephine C
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This is hands down the best experience I have ever had at the dentist. Extremely professional and courteous staff. They numbed me for a filling today and I felt no pain at all. They let you pick a show to watch while they work.
- Samiya S
