Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates

Q: Do I need a referral from a dentist to schedule an appointment?
A: In most instances, a referral from a dentist or physician is required for care at Siouxland Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates.

Q: Do I need to have X-rays taken?
A: X-rays are necessary for any problems involving the teeth or bones. If your dentist does not have current X-rays to forward to us with the referral, we can take the films at our office.

Q: Do I need someone to drive me home after surgery?
A: If you are receiving sedation, you will need someone to drive you home. Patients receiving local anesthetic can drive home themselves.

Q: Can I eat before I come in for surgery?
A: If you intend to be sedated for your procedure, you should not eat or drink anything at least six hours before your surgery. If you intend to complete you surgery with local anesthetic, you may eat normally prior to your appointment.

Q: How do I know the instruments you use are sterile?
A: We clean and sterilize all instruments after each use. We maintain a surveillance program to assure all equipment and instruments are cleaned and sterile.

Q: Can I stay with my child during surgery?
A: Parents of small children can be with their child before the surgery to ask the doctor any questions they might have. We do not allow non-patients in the surgical area.

Q: I have insurance, do I have to make a payment the day I have the surgery?
A: We will file your insurance as a courtesy to you. However, insurance benefits vary from company to company and rarely do they cover 100% of the surgical fee for services. We require that you pay your deductible (if not already met) and co-payment on the day of the surgery.

Q: Do you accept payment plans?
A: Yes, depending on the treatment to be provided, payments plans can be established prior to treatment.

Q: May I sleep through the surgical procedure?
A: Yes, our doctors are trained in anesthesia techniques and are licensed by the state of South Dakota to provide a variety of anesthetic techniques.

Q: What are dental implants?
A: A dental implant is a metal root replacement which is implanted in the jaw. They can be used to support a crown, bridge or denture.