Frequently asked questions
Practical answers before your dental visit.
Use these answers as a starting point. A dentist must evaluate you before making a clinical recommendation.
- Office and scheduling information
- Implant and emergency basics
- Insurance and financing questions
Questions and answers
What patients often ask first.
Which Lakeside office should I call?
Call the Clinton Township office at (586) 250-0497 or the Madison Heights office at (248) 589-9480. Because advanced-service availability can vary by office, confirm the right location when you schedule.
What happens at a dental implant consultation?
Your visit may include a conversation about your goals, a clinical evaluation, appropriate 3D imaging, and a review of implant and non-implant options. Candidacy, timing, and costs are confirmed only after evaluation.
What is the difference between fixed implant teeth and snap-in dentures?
A fixed full-arch restoration stays attached unless removed by the dental team. A snap-in denture is removable by the patient. Your anatomy, health, goals, maintenance preferences, and budget all matter.
Are dental implants right for everyone?
No. Bone, gum health, medical history, medications, smoking, bite, and other factors can affect candidacy and whether preparatory treatment is needed.
Can I call for a dental emergency?
Yes. Call and describe pain, swelling, trauma, a broken tooth, or another urgent concern. Same-day availability depends on the office schedule and the nature of the problem.
Does Lakeside work with dental insurance?
The practice says it works with many major dental insurance plans, verifies benefits, estimates patient responsibility, and files claims. Network status and coverage vary, so confirm your plan directly.
What financing resources are available?
The source practice identifies LendingClub, CareCredit, Proceed Finance, Sunbit, and Cherry. Approval, rates, terms, and treatment eligibility are determined by each provider and your clinical plan.
Do you see children and adults?
Lakeside describes family dental care for patients across life stages. Call the preferred office to confirm age-specific scheduling and service availability.
What should I bring to a first visit?
Bring a current medication list, relevant medical and dental history, insurance information, and any questions about symptoms, comfort, treatment timing, or payment.
Are website offers guaranteed?
No. Specials and financing references can have new-patient, clinical, credit, office, scheduling, or time limits. Ask the office to confirm current terms before relying on an offer.
Talk with our team
Start with questions, an evaluation, and a clear next step.
Call the office that is most convenient or send a secure appointment request. Treatment recommendations, timing, and costs are confirmed after an evaluation.