US DentalCompassFrances Sam, DDS
Oral surgery
Practice location
HOWARD UNIVERSITY COLLEGE OF DENTISTRY600 W ST NW, Washington, DC 20059License
About oral surgery
An oral and maxillofacial surgeon removes impacted and difficult teeth, treats jaw and facial injuries, and places implants, often under sedation. Most patients arrive with a referral from a general dentist.
Paying for a visit
This is a dental school clinic. Treatment is given by students under faculty supervision, usually for less than a private practice charges, but appointments are longer and there is often a screening visit first. Dental school clinics: what to expect, and is it worth it?
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Questions to ask when you call
- Are you taking new patients, and how soon is the first appointment?
- Does Frances Sam see adults, and do you take my Medicaid plan?
- Do I need a referral from a general dentist first?
- Do you offer reduced fees or a payment plan for patients without insurance?
- What will the first visit cost me, and what will it include?
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