Detailed Introduction
Scott A. Terry, DDS, PC is a well-established family dental practice situated at 501 Henry St, North Vernon, IN 47265. The clinic is headed by Dr. Scott A. Terry, a Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS), who received his degree from Indiana University School of Dentistry in 1992 after completing his B.A. in Biology from Hanover College in 1988. The practice prides itself on providing a natural, comfortable, and stress-free environment for patients of all ages.
The team at Scott A. Terry, DDS, PC includes Kristy Young, RDH, a Registered Dental Hygienist. As an RDH, Kristy Young plays a crucial role in preventive dental care, performing services such as professional teeth cleanings (prophylaxis), scaling and root planing for periodontal therapy, assessing oral health conditions, taking and developing dental X-rays, applying sealants and fluorides, and educating patients on optimal oral hygiene techniques. While a dentist (DDS) focuses on diagnosing and treating oral diseases, performing complex procedures like fillings, root canals, crowns, and extractions, a dental hygienist primarily focuses on preventive care and maintaining overall oral health.
The clinic offers a wide array of dental services, including but not limited to:
Preventive Care: Initial oral examinations, regular cleanings and check-ups, X-rays (including panoramic and bite-wing), fluoride treatments, and dental sealants.
General Dentistry: Fillings for cavities, toothache relief, and addressing dental emergencies.
Restorative Dentistry: Crowns and bridges, implant restorations, and dentures (complete, partial, and implant-supported).
Cosmetic Dentistry: Teeth whitening, bonding, and veneers.
Periodontal Therapy: Scaling and root planing, and periodontal maintenance.
Other Services: Nitrous oxide sedation, sleep apnea appliance therapy, and the use of advanced equipment like Waterlase MD for precise, often numb-free treatments, and Kavo Diagnodent diagnostic lasers. Digital radiography is also utilized, significantly reducing radiation exposure.
Scott A. Terry, DDS, PC is committed to providing individualized attention and tailoring oral health care to meet each patient's unique needs and goals. They offer flexible payment options, including Care Credit and CitiHealth, and welcome private patients and various insurance plans. The clinic's hours are typically Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and Tuesday and Thursday from 7:00 AM to 4:00 PM, with administrative hours on Friday.
