We deliver the finest care at the most reasonable cost to our patients; therefore, payment is due at the time service is rendered unless other arrangements have been made in advance. If you have questions regarding your account, please give us a call. Many times, a simple telephone call will clear up any misunderstandings.
Pay Your Bill
To pay your bill online, please click the "Pay Online" button and you will be directed to our online payment portal.
Insurance
At Scott M. Hannaman, DDS we make every effort to provide you with the finest care and the most convenient financial options. To accomplish this, we work hand-in-hand with you to maximize your dental insurance reimbursement for covered procedures. Although we are not contracted with any particular insurance, we file on your behalf to make for an easier patient experience.
Please bring your insurance information with you to the consultation so that we can expedite reimbursement.
In-House Financing
Here at Scott M. Hannaman, DDS we try to make dental treatment affordable for all of our patients. We now offer in-house financing for some procedures. Ask one of our team members for more details.
Third-Party Financing
We are pleased to accept the CareCredit card, the nation’s leading patient payment program. With CareCredit you can finance 100 percent of your dental care and there are no upfront costs, no annual fees, and no pre-payment penalties. You can begin your treatment today and conveniently pay with low, monthly payments.
CareCredit can be used by your whole family for ongoing treatment, and you will not have to reapply for different family members. The application process for CareCredit just takes a few minutes, and you’ll receive an online decision in seconds! Apply now or see our staff for more details.
Other Options
When you come in for your initial appointment, our staff will help guide you in choosing the best payment method for you.
We accept the following payment methods:
- Cash
- Check
- Visa
- MasterCard
- American Express
- Discover
- CareCredit
- In-house financing
- CareCredit
If your Lake Charles dentist recommends root canal treatment, you may likely be experiencing some discomfort resulting from an abscessed or infected tooth. Root canals in Lake Charles, LA, are often an emergency treatment our dentists will use to eliminate a tooth infection and preserve your tooth's natural structure, which prevents you from losing your tooth. Our goal is always to protect your natural teeth for as long as possible.
Do you have a tooth that's feeling sensitive to hot or cold foods or beverages? Do you have a constant toothache that keeps you from sleeping or doing your everyday activities? Have you noticed tenderness or pain when you're eating or chewing? These are all indicators that you may have a tooth infection.
An infected tooth won't resolve on its own, so you must contact your emergency dentist in Lake Charles for prompt attention. Root canal treatment immediately eliminates your pain and discomfort when your dentist numbs your tooth with anesthetics. Next, they'll remove the diseased tissues, so your tooth is infection-free and sealed with a temporary filling.
After your healing time is completed, you'll return to our dental office to have your tooth strengthened with a permanent crown to ensure that you can eat and chew with confidence and ease. Contact us at (337) 474-4892 if you have questions about root canal treatment or if you're experiencing dental pain.
Two visits. Typically, you come in for root canal treatment but return a few weeks later for a dental filling or tooth crown. The second visit is considered the final step.
Root canals in Lake Charles, LA, relieve tooth pain and swelling, prevent infection spread, and save your tooth from loss or extraction.
Root Canal Steps and Schedule
Typically, if you have a tooth canal infection, you’ll notice pain and swelling—sometimes severe enough to come in for an emergency dental appointment.
If your dentist finds a tooth canal infection, we numb the site, extract the infection from inside your tooth, and fill it with a temporary filling. After a week or two, you come in for a dental filling or crown when the tooth fully heals. We use a crown if the tooth is at risk for fracture.
If you have gum swelling and a toothache, it’s essential to contact our dental team for guidance.
Your Dentist in Lake Charles, LA, Provides Gentle Root Canal Treatment
You can lower your tooth infection and cavity risks through regular checkups, teeth cleanings, and at-home brushing and flossing.
If you have a toothache, tooth sensitivity, or swelling, we encourage you to contact our dental team to arrange an emergency dental visit as soon as possible.