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Missouri is the birthplace of America’s 33rd president, Harry Truman, and home to the nation’s largest beer brewery, Anheuser-Busch. Yet, it is perhaps more well-known for the St. Louis World’s Fair of 1904, which reportedly introduced most of the American foods we know and love today, including hot dogs, ice cream cones, Dr. Pepper, and much more. Today, the Show Me State is home to nearly 6.1 million residents, all of whom deserve to enjoy the benefits of exceptional dental care without having to pay exorbitant out-of-pocket costs. To help them all receive that care, Doctors Network has partnered with dentists across the state to offer patients direct dental plans directly through their dentists’ offices.

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Missouri is one of the nation’s friendliest places to raise a family, and boasts a relatively low cost of living coupled with a strong economy. However, dental health care costs can be a burden to families of all backgrounds and demographics, even when they have dental insurance coverage. The goal of Doctors Network is to help dentists across Missouri offer high-quality care directly to their patients, without the exorbitant extra costs that third-party insurance companies often tack on to their plans. With a direct dental plan, you only pay a small monthly fee, which your dentist will determine, to gain access to substantial savings on your dental health care. For instance, checkup and cleaning appointments only cost $25 per visit under the plan, and treatments such as teeth-whitening, dental fillings, crowns, Invisalign®, dental implants, and more will be significantly discounted—often by up to 90%!

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The best thing about a direct dental plan is that it is not insurance. Therefore, signing up will not interfere with any existing insurance coverage that you may already have. If you don’t have insurance, then Doctors Network can make managing your family’s dental health care needs more affordable than ever before. To learn more, or to sign up, speak with your dentist about joining Doctors Network the next time you visit. Or, you can browse the Doctors Network website at www.doctorsnetwork.com to find a Missouri dentist near you who already offers the direct dental plan.

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    My Wildwood Dentist
    2751 Fountain Place, Suite 1, Wildwood, MO 63040 
    6.67 miles near Manchester
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    (636) 273-9258

    Who is Dr. Collette Lucas DDS?
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    Dr. Collette Lucas, DDS believes that radiant smiles can empower and transform people's lives. Her passion is building trusting relationships with her patients and guiding them through improving their smiles and overall health. She truly cares for her patients and is committed to giving them the best quality of dental service possible.

    Dr. Lucas received her Bachelor of Science from St. Louis University and her Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Missouri Kansas City Dental School. After graduation, she spent time as a resident of the general practice at the University of California, San Francisco.

    Dr. Lucas has achieved distinction through her participation in the Doctor Mastery Program, a comprehensive five-year course that offers clinical training from globally recognized experts in dentistry. This program enhances basic skills and progresses to the expert handling of intricate dental procedures. In addition to this, she holds memberships in several prestigious dental organizations, including the Academy of General Dentistry, the American Dental Association, ASDA, the Missouri Dental Association, and the Greater St. Louis Dental Society.

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    STL Mid County Dental
    1305 Lindbergh Plaza Center, Creve Coeur, MO 63132 
    8.98 miles near Manchester
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    (314) 720-6600

    Who is Dr. John Landgraf DDS?
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    Dr. John Landgraf has over 35 years of experience in various dental fields. From being a laboratory technician to a dental educator, Dr. Landgraf has done it all and uses his extensive life experience to provide his patients with only the best dental care available. To ensure that his patients are treated with the highest standards, Dr. Landgraf attends more than twice the required hours of continuing education courses each year. When he is not attending courses or working with patients, Dr. Landgraf also spends time with local study clubs which keep him current on the latest developments in dentistry. In addition, he is an active member of the International Association of Orthodontics, the American Dental Association, and the Academy of General Dentistry.

    Dr. Landgraf graduated with honors from Washington University School of Dental Medicine. After spending his first years post-graduation as a technician in a lab making dentures and crowns for dentists, Dr. Landgraf became a practicing dentist and educator, teaching in his alma mater’s Department of Operative Dentistry. Today, Dr. Landgraf continues teaching through the Community Health in Partnership Services (CHIPS) clinic where he trains and certifies future dental assistants. He also volunteers as a staff dentist with the same organization.

    Patients of Dr. Landgraf can trust that his passion and background in dentistry make him more than qualified to provide top-quality dentistry and modern treatments.

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    Washington Smiles Complete Health Dentistry
    1111 East 6th Street, Washington, MO 63090 
    26.72 miles near Manchester
    phone

    (636) 239-6328

    Who is Dr. Melissa Smith DDS?
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    Dr. Melissa Smith bases her dental treatments on the understanding that oral health is inexplicably related to full-body health. The latest dental research shows that oral inflammation contributes to a variety of diseases throughout the body, and that’s why Dr. Smith works alongside medical doctors to provide top-quality dental care to her patients. A major aspect of her work is diagnosing oral conditions along with their associated health conditions.

    Dr. Smith graduated with her undergraduate degree from Missouri State University before earning her dental degree and graduating with honors from the University of Missouri in Kansas City. She has been a practicing dentist since 2004 and frequently attends continuing education courses that keep her up-to-date on the latest dental technologies and techniques.

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Root canal therapy, also known as RCT, is a dental service performed to treat infections or damage within the pulp chamber of a tooth. The pulp is the tissue located inside the tooth, and it contains nerves, blood vessels, and connective tissues. When the pulp tissue becomes infected or inflamed due to tooth decay, trauma, or other factors, a root canal treatment may be needed to save the tooth and eliminate pain. Here is how a root canal treatment is performed: 1. Diagnosis and Examination: The first step of the root canal treatment is a complete examination by a general dentist or an endodontist. This typically entails taking X-rays to evaluate the extent of the infection and determine if a root canal is actually needed. Symptoms that may signal the need for a root canal include severe toothache, sensitivity to hot and cold, swelling of the gums or face, or a pimple-like bump on the gum adjacent to the tooth. 2. Local Anesthesia: Before beginning the treatment, the dentist will inject local anesthesia to numb the infected tooth and surrounding soft tissues. This ensures that the patient stays comfortable throughout the treatment. 3. Accessing the Pulp: Once the tooth is numbed, the endodontist will drill a small hole in the top of the tooth, called an access, to reach the infected or inflamed pulp tissue. This allows the dentist to remove the diseased pulp and clean the root canals. 4. Cleaning and Shaping the Root Canals: Using specialized tools, the dentist will remove the infected or damaged pulp from the root canals. The canals are cleaned and shaped to remove the remaining bacteria, debris, and infection. Irrigation with antimicrobial solutions will then disinfect the canals. 5. Filling the Root Canals: After all the canals have been cleaned and shaped (widened), they are filled with a bio-compatible filling material called gutta-percha. This seals off the canals to prevent re-contamination and provides protection for the tooth structure. 6. Sealing the Access Cavity: After the root canals have been filled, the access cavity is covered with a temporary or permanent filling materials to prevent bacteria and debris from entering it and causing an infection. 7. Restoration: Sometimes, a tooth that has undergone root canal therapy may need additional restoration, such as a dental crown (cap), to protect and restore the tooth function. A dental crown is placed on the tooth to restore its natural appearance and functionality. Root canal treatment is very successful in saving teeth that might otherwise need to be extracted because of the infection of the pulp. With proper maintenance and good oral hygiene, a tooth that has gotten a root canal can function normally for years or even decades, allowing patients to preserve their natural smiles.

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