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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 
    9.88 miles near Des Peres
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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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    Washington Smiles Complete Health Dentistry
    1111 East 6th Street, Washington, MO 63090 
    29.95 miles near Des Peres
    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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In many cases, gingivitis can be reversed with scaling and root planing (known as deep cleaning) and a strict routine of good hygiene and preventative dental care. However, if the condition progresses into periodontitis, then it might no longer be reversible, and will have to be controlled through regular periodontal maintenance.

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Gingivitis marks the beginning of periodontal disease, and describes inflammation in the gums caused by excessive oral bacteria buildup (in the form of plaque and tartar). Because gingivitis occurs underneath the gums, routine dental cleaning won’t suffice to treat it. Scaling and root planing, also known as deep cleaning, involves removing plaque and tartar from above and below the gum line. Then, your periodontist will smooth the roots of your teeth underneath the gums to discourage further oral bacteria buildup. As plaque and tartar accumulate on the roots, the buildup and resulting inflammation cause your gum tissues to recede slightly from your teeth. This creates deepening periodontal pockets where oral bacteria can continue to gather and multiply, worsening the infection and inflammation. Periodontal cleaning helps stop the infection by removing the films of plaque and tartar from your roots (scaling), and then smoothing their surfaces (planing) to inhibit bacterial buildup as your gums heal. In cases where gum disease has already developed, scaling and root planing should be followed by a strict schedule of checkups, cleanings, and periodontal maintenance. Your periodontist can prescribe appropriate treatment options, such as gingival grafting or pocket reduction surgery, to fortify your compromised tissues so you can recover from gum disease.

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