Dental Office

Charlotte Dentist - Charlotte Dental Office

Comfort and convenience are the hallmarks of Jason R. Nelsen, DDS, PLLC's office operations. To ensure your convenience below is the information you need about our hours, location, appointment scheduling, insurance acceptance, and billing.

Appointments

Dr. Jason R. Nelsen is available by appointment Monday from 8am to 5:00pm, Tuesday from 8am to 5:00pm, Wednesday from 8am to 5pm, Thursday from 8am to 5:00pm and Friday by appointment only. We will schedule your appointment as promptly as possible. If you have pain or an emergency situation, every attempt will be made to see you that day.

We try our best to stay on schedule to minimize your waiting. Due to the fact Dr. Nelsen provides many types of dental services, various circumstances may lengthen the time allocated for a procedure. Emergency cases can also arise and cause delays. We appreciate your understanding and patience.

Please call us at (704) 392-8199 with any questions or to schedule an appointment.

Insurance and Billing

At Dr. Jason R. Nelsen, 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 insurance reimbursement for covered procedures. If you have any problems or questions, please ask our staff. They are well informed and up-to-date. They can be reached by phone at (704) 392-8199.

We are network providers for: Cigna PPO, Delta Premier, Ameritas, United Health Care PPO limited, Blue Cross Blue Shield of NC, Metlife and Aetna PPO.

Please call if you have any questions or concerns regarding your initial visit.

Please bring your insurance information with you to the consultation so that we can provide you with accurate costs for your treatment.

Payment Options

For your convenience, we accept cash, Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover as well as no interest financing through CareCredit. CareCredit may be applied for prior to your appointment online at www.carecredit.com. Payment plans can be arranged to help spread out the cost. If you have questions regarding your account, please contact us at (704) 392-8199. Many times, a simple telephone call will clear any misunderstandings.

Financing Options

Now you don’t have to worry about saving up for the procedures you want and need. With CareCredit, the decision’s in your hands to get what you want, when you want it. For more information or to apply online, visit carecredit.com

Infection Control

Infection controls and universal precautions protect clients and staff alike. Everyone benefits from rigorous infection control — you, your dentist, and the dental team. The cornerstone in a good and safe dental practice is the element of trust. You should feel free to discuss this topic with Dr. Nelsen and receive a straightforward answer.

Dr. Nelsen and our entire team follow procedures recommended by several federal agencies: the Occupational Safety & Health Administration (OSHA), the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the Centers for Disease Control (CDC). These measures include:

• Disinfectant hand soap
• Gloves and face masks
• Chemical disinfection of countertops and surfaces
• Sterilization of all equipment before every use
• Disposable materials

We sterilize all reusable equipment, including dental hand pieces. We use an autoclave, a device that kills bacteria and viruses by steam, heat and pressure.

The best defense against disease is information. The more you know, the better equipped you are to make wise decisions about your health care. The more you know about our daily procedures and policies, the more comfortable you will feel. Facilities and Equipment

Precision Dentistry

When you seek care at our office, you are assured that Dr. Nelsen and his staff utilize the latest in technology to enhance the quality and fit for your dental care.

Digital Imaging

Dr. Nelsen chooses carefully which and when radiographs are taken. There are many guidelines that we follow. Radiographs allow us to see everything we cannot see with our own eyes. Radiographs enable us to detect cavities in between your teeth, determine bone level, and analyze the health of your bone. We can also examine the roots and nerves of teeth, diagnose lesions such as cysts or tumors, as well as assess damage when trauma occurs.

Dental radiographs are invaluable aids in diagnosing, treating, and maintaining dental health. Exposure time for dental radiographs is extremely minimal. Dr. Nelsen utilizes Digital Imaging Technologies within the office. With digital imaging, exposure time is about 50 percent less when compared to traditional radiographs. Digital imaging can also help us retrieve valuable diagnostic information. We may be able to see cavities better.

Digital imaging allows us to store patient images, and enables us to quickly and easily transfer them to specialists or insurance companies.

Digital X-Rays:

Digital X-rays offer more precision since we view the image on a computer monitor, instead of holding up a 35mm film up to the light. Digital X-rays results in 1/6th the radiation exposure to you.

Intraoral Camera

Many patients, especially younger patients, are very familiar with the latest technology and are comfortable with the high tech practice. Computers and TV screens are their primary method of information processing.

Dr. Nelsen utilizes intraoral camera technology that helps enhance your understanding of your diagnosis. An intraoral camera is a very small camera - in some cases, just a few millimeters long. An intraoral camera allows our practice to view clear, precise images of your mouth, teeth and gums, in order for us to accurately make a diagnosis. With clear, defined, enlarged images, you see details that may be missed by standard mirror examinations. This can mean faster diagnosis with less chair-time for you!

Intra oral cameras also enable our practice to save your images in our office computer to provide a permanent record of treatments. These images can be printed for you, other specialists, and your lab or insurance companies.