Top Dentist Serving St. Peters

Patient Info

Frequently
Asked Questions

What if I don’t have dental insurance, can I still become a patient?
We are happy to serve all incoming patients regardless of being covered with private dental insurance.
Of course! Although we may not be “participating” or “contracted” with your specific dental insurance, we do accept other plans. We have found that in-network and out-of-network coverages vary between offices, and coming to us over an in-network provider may turn out to be very close in out-of-pocket cost to you. Please call with insurance information and we will do our best to answer those questions. We encourage you to also contact your insurance company for verification of coverages.
No, we are not a MEDICAID dental provider.

If you are interested in becoming a patient and you have had dental x-rays taken elsewhere, especially within the last year, please email them to St. Peters: patients@scanlonfamilydental.com. If you would like your records and x-rays sent, your referring office will require YOU, the patient, to request them. We are happy to assist you with this process!

We encourage cleaning and exam appointments at least every 6 months for both our adult and pediatric patients. We are happy to see toddlers and infants in the event of a dental emergency or if you have any concerns or questions; however, we recommend a child’s first dental appointment around the age of 3.
We apologize. Make sure your birthdate is correct and that the name you are entering is the same as the way your name appears in our records/dental software. Please also notify us if you have any changes in name or address, so our information is up-to-date. If you have any questions, please call and we will assist you.

Yes! Dr. Cavanaugh retired from clinical dentistry in 2011, and Dr. Scanlon in 2020. Dr. Cory Glowczewski, Dr. Scanlon’s daughter, had the pleasure of working with both. She, along with our associate dentists, are now working to continue wonderful care and commitment to exceptional dentistry with an honest approach.

Yes! Dr. Wheeler selected Scanlon Family Dental as a merge partner to ensure his patients had an honest and caring home.

Office Policies

To make your visit as smooth and convenient as possible, all patient forms are completed electronically. Once your appointment is scheduled, you will receive a secure link by text or email that allows you to complete your forms at your convenience before your visit. If you prefer, we are always happy to assist you in the office using one of our tablets.

New patients will be asked to complete a set of six forms, which include:

  • Demographic information
  • Medical and dental history
  • Insurance details
  • Consent to our office policies (outlined below)
Dental front desk staff working at computer in clinic reception

If you have any questions about our forms or office policies, please don’t hesitate to contact our team—we are always happy to help.

Thank you for trusting us with your care. We truly appreciate the opportunity to serve you and your family and look forward to welcoming you to our office.

Dental Practice Financial and Appointment Policy

As consistent with applicable laws and the terms of your dental insurance or other dental plan coverage:

  • Payment for services rendered will be due in full within 90 days of service.
  • The insurance portion of the treatment plan is an estimate and not a guarantee of coverage.
  • Your estimated portion will be due at the time of service.
  • If your insurance carrier pays less than the anticipated amount, you will be responsible for the unpaid balance.
  • You understand that you may be responsible for any unpaid balance for the procedures that are performed.
  • If you miss your appointment or cancel within 24 hours (one business day), a $49 fee may apply.  Missed Saturday appointments will be rescheduled on non-Saturday days only for up to one year, based on availability.

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