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Location

Where is Dr. Pellerano’s dental office located?
Our office is located in Albuquerque on Osuna - off Wyoming and north of Montgomery at:

8400 Osuna NE, Suite 5-B
Albuquerque, NM 87111
Phone: 505-292-8515
Fax: 505-292-1785
Email: info@MyDentistNM.com
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Office Hours

When is the doctor in?
Dental appointments are available Monday – Thursday. Call 505-292-8515 to book an appointment. Stop by and we'll make you smile!
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Insurance

What kinds of insurance does Dr. Pellerano accept?
Dental insurance is often included in employee benefit plans. Many dental plans cover 50% to 100% of dental services. We accept most dental insurance and military dental plans including:

  • Aetna
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Cigna
  • Delta Dental
  • Met Life
  • United Concordia
  • And many others

Our insurance specialist will consult with you prior to any procedure, provide a complimentary insurance check to review your benefits, advise about out-of-pocket costs, and file all claim forms. We can bring a smile to your face with affordable payment plans!
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Cavities / Prevention

What Are Cavities?
Tooth decay, better known as cavities, is the destruction of tooth enamel. Cavities occur when foods containing carbohydrates (sugars and starches) such as milk, pop, raisins, cakes or candy are frequently left on teeth.
Bacteria that live in the mouth thrive on these foods, producing acids as a result. Over a period of time, these acids destroy tooth enamel, resulting in cavities.

How Can I Prevent Cavities?
The following tips can help you prevent tooth decay:

  • Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste.
  • Clean between your teeth daily with floss or interdental cleaner.
  • Eat nutritious and balanced meals and limit snacking.

Visit Dr. Pellerano and her dental office staff regularly for professional cleanings and oral examinations. We also offer dental sealants (a plastic protective coating) that are applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth to protect them from decay. You might also consider supplemental fluoride, which strengthens your teeth.
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Check Ups for Children

How often should I bring my child in for a check up?
Twice yearly annual check ups and teeth cleanings are recommended by the American Dental Association to help teeth stay healthy – for kids from age 3 and for adults of all ages.

Aren't Cavities Just Kid's Stuff?
No. Changes that occur with aging make cavities an adult problem, too. The majority of people over age 50 have tooth-root decay. Recession of the gums away from the teeth, combined with an increased incidence of periodontal (gum) disease, can expose tooth roots to plaque. Tooth roots are covered with cementum, a softer tissue than enamel. They are susceptible to decay and are more sensitive to touch and to hot and cold.
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Braces

Does Dr. Pellerano work with braces?
No. But she can refer several of New Mexico’s leading orthodontists if you or a family member needs braces.
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Broken / Lost Teeth

What should I do if I break or lose a tooth?
Dr. Pellerano recommends:

  • Hold the tooth by the crown and rinse off the root of the tooth in water if it’s dirty.
  • Do not scrub it or remove any attached tissue fragments.
  • If possible, gently insert and hold the tooth in its socket.
  • If that isn’t possible, put the tooth in a cup of milk and get to the dentist office as quickly as possible. Remember to take the tooth with you!

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Crowns

How many visits do I need to get a crown?
Crowns and bridges take just 2 appointments. During the first step, Dr. Pellerano prepares your tooth and creates a custom mold. On the second visit, the new crown or bridge is cemented and the procedure is complete!
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Root Canals

Do root canals hurt?
Your teeth and your comfort are our top priority. Dr. Pellerano and her friendly staff promise to help you relax, put you at ease, treat you with gentle care and send you on your way smiling.
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Dentures

I lost my false teeth. Can I get them replaced?
Yes. We work with a top quality lab to create various types of complete dentures that can help you eat and speak normally again. Schedule an appointment to get the best fit fast.
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Lumineers

How are LUMINEERS® different from traditional veneers?

LUMINEERS are unique in that they are ultra-thin—as thin as a contact lens—and create a natural-looking, straight, white smile. Traditional veneers are much thicker, requiring the grinding down of your original tooth structure, but because LUMINEERS are so thin, little to no tooth reduction is necessary.

Additionally, LUMINEERS are proven to last over 20 years. With LUMINEERS in LUMITray™—a LUMINEERS enhanced placement system—LUMINEERS are placed using a “tray” for quicker, more accurate results.
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Veneers / Bonding

What is the difference between veneers and bonding?
Veneers are thin porcelain layers fabricated to fit at a lab, and then placed on top of an entire tooth or set of teeth, to correct nature's mistakes or the results of an injury to help you have a beautiful smile.

Bonding is made from composite resin materials that match the color of your existing teeth to hide chips, gaps or stains on your teeth. In only 1 visit our office will:

  • Prepare the surface of your tooth with an etching solution.
  • Carefully blend special composite resin materials to create a color that matches your own teeth.
  • Apply and shape the bonding resin to match the specific contours of your teeth.
  • Finally, we harden the resin with a curing light to bond it in place.

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Whitening / Cosmetic Dentistry

I want a bright, white smile. How can Dr. Pellerano help?
We offer a range of cosmetic dentistry services including whitening to help you appear more youthful by brightening your smile. Even the most subtle change in your smile can make a dramatic difference in the way you look and feel about yourself, without surgery, and sometimes in just one visit.

Dr. Pellerano appeared as one of New Mexico’s top cosmetic dentists in Albuquerque The Magazine. She can help you decide the most suitable cosmetic dentistry options for you. Call 505-292-8515 to make an appointment for a consultation.
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