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Frequently Asked Questions
Find answers to the most common questions about our services, insurance, costs, and what to expect at Smile Avenue Family Dentistry.
General
We have two offices — Cypress (9212 Fry Rd #120 Cypress, TX 77433) and Katy (23541 Westheimer Pkwy Ste #170, Katy, TX 77494). Both serve the greater Houston area.
Cypress is open Monday through Friday, 8:30am to 5pm. Katy is open Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM, and Saturday, 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM; closed Sunday and Monday.
We reserve time daily for urgent cases so you're never left waiting in pain.
We treat patients of all ages — from toddlers to seniors. Our team includes pediatric and geriatric dental expertise.
¡Sí! Hablamos Español. We have bilingual team members at both locations to ensure every patient feels comfortable and understood.
Insurance & Payment
We accept most major PPO dental insurance plans including Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna, Delta Dental, MetLife, United Healthcare, Guardian, and Humana. Our team will verify your benefits before your visit — no surprise bills.
You can join the Smile Membership Savings Plan. One yearly price covers cleanings, exams and X-rays at both offices, with member pricing on everything else. Plans start at $299 a year for one person, and enrollment takes about five minutes by phone, by text or at the front desk.
Yes. Through CareCredit and Sunbit, you can apply for 0% interest financing in minutes — right from your phone. Our team will help you find the best option.
It depends on your plan. Most PPO plans cover preventive cleanings, and we verify your benefits before your visit so you know your cost up front. Without insurance, cleanings, exams and X-rays are included in the Smile Membership Savings Plan, from $299 a year. Either way, you have the price in writing before we begin.
Dental Implants
A single dental implant typically costs $3,000–$5,000 including the crown. A full set of dentures ranges from $1,000–$3,000. However, implants last much longer and don't require ongoing adjustments, making them more cost-effective over time.
Most adults with good general health are candidates. Adequate jawbone density is needed, but bone grafting can address deficiencies. We'll determine your eligibility during the consultation.
With proper care, dental implants can last 25 years or more — many last a lifetime. The implant post itself is made of titanium, which fuses permanently with your jawbone through a process called osseointegration.
Cosmetic Dentistry
Bonding shapes tooth-colored resin directly on the tooth in one visit; it is quick and works well for small chips and gaps. Porcelain veneers are thin custom shells made in our in-house lab and bonded to the front of the teeth; they change more (color, shape, alignment) and resist stains longer. We show you both options on the screen and give you the price in writing.
Professional whitening results typically last 6–12 months depending on your diet and habits. We provide take-home trays for touch-ups to maintain your results.
Absolutely! We offer comprehensive smile design consultations to create a custom plan that may include veneers, whitening, bonding, Invisalign, and more.
Emergency Care
Severe toothache, knocked-out tooth, broken tooth, lost filling or crown, swelling, abscess, uncontrolled bleeding, or jaw injury. When in doubt, call us.
Call ahead for the fastest service, but we never turn away genuine emergencies.
Pick the tooth up by the crown, not the root, rinse it gently without scrubbing, and keep it moist in milk or tucked in your cheek. Call us right away; a tooth has the best chance of being saved within the first hour. Do not try to put a baby tooth back in.
Invisalign & Orthodontics
Costs vary based on case complexity. We offer free consultations, flexible financing, and help maximize insurance benefits.
Most adult Invisalign treatments take 6–18 months, depending on the complexity of the case. Simple spacing issues may take as little as 6 months, while more complex alignment issues may take 12–18 months.
Yes! Invisalign Teen is designed specifically for adolescents, with compliance indicators and replacement aligners for active lifestyles.
Sedation Dentistry
Three levels: nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral sedation and IV sedation, at both offices. Your medical history is reviewed first, and the team monitors you throughout.
Yes. When administered by trained professionals with proper monitoring, dental sedation is very safe. We review your complete medical history before recommending any sedation.
It depends on the sedation level you choose. Nitrous oxide keeps you relaxed but awake. Oral sedation makes you drowsy. IV sedation puts you in a twilight state where you're unlikely to remember the procedure.
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