We Are Mint To Be Your Portland Dental Team

Mint Dental Works Is Accepting New Patients

Welcome to Mint Dental Works! We are thrilled that you’ve chosen to entrust our Portland dental clinic with your oral health and we look forward to meeting you.

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We Are Mint To Be Your Portland Dental Team

Mint Dental Works Is Accepting New Patients

Welcome to Mint Dental Works! We are thrilled that you’ve chosen to entrust our Portland dental clinic with your oral health and we look forward to meeting you.

Contact Us

Your First Appointment as a New Dental Patient

Your first exam is an important step for us to get to know you, hear your dental concerns and to evaluate your needs. We will use a variety of diagnostic records including: 

  • X-rays
  • Photos
  • Periodontal readings (gum measurements)

The doctor will then meet with you to:

  • Discuss the information gathered
  • Help you create an individualized treatment plan, and 
  • Answer any questions that you may have

After this initial exam you will be scheduled for a cleaning with one of our hygienists.

Why We Don’t Clean Your Teeth During Your First Visit

Experience has taught us that meeting patients and evaluating their teeth in person is the best way to set them up for success!

Periodontal readings are a critical tool that helps our staff determine the appropriate cleaning appointment type for you. Taking measurements before you have your cleaning ensures that we can set aside the right amount of time for your periodontal treatment. 

What You’ll Need for Your Portland Dental Visit

  • Your completed forms
  • A list of medications you are presently taking
  • Notification of any medical condition that requires pre-medication prior to a dental appointment
  • If you have dental insurance, be sure our office staff has all necessary information a minimum of 72 hours prior to your appointment. This will save time and allow us to help you process any claims.

Portland Dental X-Rays

All new patients are required to have a recent set of full mouth X-rays to aid in evaluating:

  • The condition of your teeth 
  • The soft tissues around your teeth 
  • The bone that supports your teeth 

To minimize exposure to radiation, we take only digital X-rays, which reduces exposure by as much as 85%, compared to traditional film. If you’ve had a set taken within the last year, we may be able to use those. Please contact our office for further information on transferring X-rays.

 

New Portland Dental Patient FAQs

What if I Don’t Have Dental Insurance?

Mint Dental Works offers Financial Options for those who may not have dental insurance.
Dental care is important to your overall health, and we try to ensure that financial considerations don’t keep you from the care you need. 

We accept Credit Care and also offer a 5% courtesy discount for upfront, cash payments for treatment.

How Can I Be Sure of What my Dental Insurance Will Cover?

It’s important to understand that many dental plans emphasize and cover routine services, and can sometimes offer little to no coverage for other treatments and procedures.

The best way to be sure of what your dental insurance will cover is to speak to your insurance provider or find information about your plan in the documents they provide on their website.

If you have any additional questions, feel free to contact our office and speak with our insurance coordinator.

What Insurance Does Mint Dental Works Accept?

Our Portland dental clinic is in network with Delta Dental Premier and United Concordia Elite insurance plans. We also accept most dental insurance plans that will permit out of network dentists. Our Insurance Coordinator would be happy to speak with you to determine if Mint Dental Works would be a good fit for your dental insurance plan.

Can I Make an Appointment on Your Website?

The best way to schedule an appointment with the Mint Dental office in Portland is to call us at 503-254-1323 or complete the form on our Contact Page

Due to the individual nature of each appointment, it’s important we gather all the necessary information before scheduling to ensure we allot plenty of time to address any issues or questions you may have regarding your oral health.

How Does Mint Dental Works Reduce Waste and Work Toward Sustainability in a Portland Dental Office?

The well-being of our patients, staff, and the environment is a priority for us at Mint Dental. We’ve worked hard to create a space committed to sustainability in Portland’s Central Eastside. Read more about our LEED Certification and our commitment to the environment on our Sustainability Page.

Insurance

Mint Dental Works accepts most dental insurance plans and works diligently to assist you in maximizing your benefits, but it is important that our patients are educated about the limitations of their insurance.

Financial Options

Dental care is an excellent investment in your well being. Mint Dental Works offers reasonable fees and strives to make sure that financial considerations are not an obstacle to obtaining the care that you need.