We just got back from a 3 night staff retreat at the Old Man’s Cave Chalet.  The entire staff and many of the staff spouses attended this relaxing and fun event.  We had a rib cookoff on the first night and the competition was fierce!  Al, Misty’s husband came in first and Kevin, Sarah’s husband came in a close second.  Regardless of who won we had enough ribs to last the entire trip!

It was a fun getaway to recharge with much time spent by the pool.  The place was large enough to sleep 20+ people… and the office dog.   We are already talking about plans for next year!

Today we are having our monthly Patient Appreciation Day! 

We know our patients have a choice when choosing a dentist in Columbus, Ohio and we are happy that they have chosen us to help them take care of their smile.

Each patient that has an appointment today will receive one of these stadium/picnic blankets just in time for Ohio State Football season not to mention Fall soccer!  It a small gift of thanks and we hope to also create that Wow! experience, not always found with a trip to the dentist!

We strive to exceed our patient’s expectations at every appointment with our Extreme Customer Service as well as the quality, comfort, and value of our dentistry.  If you are ready for this level of service on your next dental visit, make an appointment with us today!

This is the second month that we have had a patient appreciation day and the patient feedback so far has been great!  Of course, we appreciate our patient’s everyday but today they get some free stuff from the prize closet!

Well, well, well… I must say that the Wicked tickets are one “hot” ticket!  Thanks to all of the people that entered this month’s Smile Club Giveaway.  A nice way to round out the summer by taking in a show or a ball game.

Congratulations to Angela, Sarah and Sheela, patients at our Grandview Dental office, and our winners for the August Smile club.  Hopefully they will send a few pictures to us enjoying their experience!

Each month we announce our Smile Club contest via email, Facebook and Twitter with a link on how to enter.  Make sure you we have your email address or visit us on Facebook or Twitter!

September means the start of Ohio State Football and guess what… we have some tickets to giveaway in September.

Thanks for being our patient and referring your friends and family to our office.  It’s the highest form of compliment we can receive!

I’ve got no real complaints so far. I do however, find myself noticing other peoples’ teeth and thinking that they should really get look into getting their teeth straightened.
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Thanks to everyone that participated in our survey.  As of 8/4/2010 the survey is now closed.  Look for your Chipotle cards in the next week or so…. we were a little overwhelmed by the response….

Many people in Columbus have to update or sign up for their insurance plans in the Fall.   We are doing this survey to collect some information to write a future blog article on Dental Insurance.  We need some real world information so we are requesting your help.

Your answers will be anonymous and the results will be posted sometime in September.  The information may help you make a future decision on your dental insurance. 

As a thank you we will send everyone that participates a Chipotle gift card.  You do not need to be one of our patients to participate.  Click to take the survey!

I our last blog post we began an explanation of what dental insurance is, and isn’t. 

We continue the theme today.

My dental insurance will pay only for a less expensive treatment.  Should I get that instead?  Insurers commonly pay for the “least expensive” alternative treatment.  Many times this is not the smartest or best choice.  Together you and your dentist will decide on a dental treatment plan that is right for you.  Think of other buying expereinces.  Do you typically go for the bare bones basic or do you go for something more middle of the road.  In the end, it’s how you value your mouth and what you want to spend to keep it in shape.

If I don’t have coverage for the dental treatment, it must not be needed.  Nope, I don’t think so.  The limitations of your dental policy are totally arbitrary.  They have no relation to the treatment that you need or may want.  It is our responsibility to advise you what treatments are available and what is best for you.  Your insurance contract is designed by lawyers and financial experts to control costs.

Why aren’t preventive treatments or better, longer lasting alternatives convered?  Employers change insurance carriers on average every 2 years so your insurer is not concerned with what happens later.  The incentive for insurance corporations to save now, not years later.

Why can you only estimate my dental coverage?  We deal with 1000’s of dental plans and 100’s of types of treatment each year.  Most insurance carriers refuse to release the details of their plans to the dental office.  They change policies and reimbursements constantly and without notice.

Read more: What does my dental insurance cover Part 1