We will be closed after today until Tuesday morning to celebrate Labor Day. We hope you all have a wonderful weekend!
Office Hours
8:00 am - 5:00 pmMonday
8:00 am - 5:00 pmTuesday
8:00 am - 5:00 pmWednesday
8:00 am - 5:00 pmThursday
Health Through Oral Wellness® (HOW®) with Northeast Delta Dental
Northeast Delta Dental understands that some patients need more dental care than others. That is why they offer HOW, Health through Oral Wellness program that provides additional benefits at no additional cost to at-risk patients.
Through the use of a simple risk evaluation tool – the Oral Health Information Suite or OHIS – we may be able to help you receive the care you really need.
Benefits of using HOW®
Patients who are at greater risk for oral disease or medical complications related to oral health may be eligible for enhanced preventive dental benefits.
If you have Northeast Delta Dental and your hygienist has recommended more frequent cleanings than the every six months that NE Delta allows, talk to us! We may be able to get you approved for more frequent cleanings!
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I’d Rather Have a Root Canal
Have you ever heard someone say, “It was worse than a root canal?” Most of us in Bangor are used to hearing root canals compared some genuinely unpleasant circumstances, but Dr. Sevey and Dr. Atwell would like to set the record straight and talk about how root canals can do some serious dental good. As always, we are happy to answer any questions you may have, so please feel free to give Creative Dental Solutions a call.
Root Canals Save Teeth Read more ›
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Important Update for Patients who have Patient Advocate as their Insurance!
Do you have Patient Advocate for your dental insurance? If so, here’s some important information.
Patient Advocates has changed their policy effective 7/1/2016. They are now requiring all patients to call them to let them know whether or not they have other dental insurance coverage. If patients do not call to notify Patient Advocates about this, Patient Advocates will deny all future claims. Even if you do not have any secondary coverage through another dental insurance company, you still need to call Patient Advocates to let them know.
The number to call for Patient Advocates is 800-290-8559. If you haven’t called already, please call to avoid any issues with your appointments. Again, EVERYONE has to call!!
If you have any questions, please call us!
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Fluoride: Good or Bad?
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, the fluoridation of drinking water is ranked among the ten greatest public health achievements of 20th century America. However, a quick search of the internet tells us that fluoride is actually toxic if ingested in large enough quantities. So which is it? Do the health benefits outweigh the negatives of fluoride in toothpaste and drinking water? We at Creative Dental Solutions know that Bangor folks care a great deal about their health, so we’ve put this article together to examine the facts and help you come to your own decision. As always, we are happy to answer any questions you might have, so feel free to give us a call!
Why Use Fluoride in the First Place? Read more ›
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Relief from Dry, Chapped, & Cracked Lips
We’re no strangers to extreme temperatures and dry weather in Bangor, and our lips are proof. Most of us experience chapped lips at some point during the year and it’s not uncommon to see lips that suffer from annoying, painful cracks. Here at Creative Dental Solutions we are very much attuned the oral health needs of Bangor, so here are a few tips from Dr. James Sevey DMD and Dr. Robert Atwell DDS, about how to keep your lips healthy, kissable, and free to eat and drink whatever you crave!
Do You Have Chapped or Cracked Lips?
Summer Vacation!
We will be closing for vacation on July 15th and reopening on Monday July 25th. There are three local dental offices who will be covering for us while we are closed. If you have a dental emergency that can not wait until we reopen on the 25th, please call one of the following offices:
Broadway Dental Excellence at 945-5300
Dr. Ben Phillips at 848-3384
Dr. Robert Brookings at 947-6239
We will look forward to seeing you when we reopen on Monday July 25th!
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Are You Singing the Toothache Blues?
Are You Singing the Toothache Blues?
Are you or a loved one suffering from the toothache blues? Don’t wait around in pain for the problem to resolve itself. Although, at Creative Dental Solutions, we do enjoy spending quality time with our patients, we don’t want any Bangor residents to have to undergo dental procedures that could have been avoided. A toothache can be a sign of a much more serious problem that should be addressed immediately, but there are a few things you can do at home, in the meantime, to get temporary relief from toothache pain.
Home Remedies:
- Painkillers – This one might be fairly obvious, as painkillers are one of the fastest, most effective ways to temporarily relieve mild to moderate pain and inflammation.
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Don’t Get Kicked in the Teeth…But If You Do – The Importance of Mouth Guards in Sports Safety
It’s no secret that residents of Bangor love sports! The folks around here work hard and play just as hard, whether it’s football, baseball, basketball, or the numerous other high-impact sports that can cause harm to your family’s mouths. In fact, at least 13% of all oral injuries happen during sports activities. Dr. Sevey and Dr. Haluska wants you to know how keep your teeth out of harm’s way and still enjoy a good game, so please read on and learn how to win big with a safe, healthy smile.
It’s About More than Mouth Guards
We know what you’re thinking, mouth guards are the key to staying safe on the field, right? Yes, they are a big part of it, but it takes more than just a mouth guard to keep your kids from getting a chipped tooth while scoring a touchdown. Sports safety for oral health means getting the right mouth guard and wearing it the right way. After all, the best defense is a good offense!
Do I Need a Mouth Guard?
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