Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces Announces

Savannah, GA, Oct. 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces, a dental practice supported by Benevis, is excited to announce that orthodontic services are now available at its location. The practice has recently hired an orthodontist, Dr. Grant Zakhar, DDS, in order to expand the availability of oral health care and specialty dental services to its current and future patients.

The announcement comes during what Benevis called Happy, Healthy Smile Month, which recognizes two national celebrations – Dental Hygiene Month and Orthodontic Health Month. The observance reflects the extremely important role of dental hygiene and orthodontics in a comprehensive oral health program that can help maintain a happy, healthy and secure smile for a lifetime.

“Benevis is committed to meeting a variety of our patients’ needs, including orthodontics, with the convenience of a dental home where all of a family’s needs can be met in one office,” said Dr. Dale Mayfield, DMD, Chief Dental Officer of Benevis. “We are excited to be able to meet the broader needs of patients in the Savannah area with the addition of Dr. Zakhar to the practice.”

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that all children have an orthodontic checkup by age seven, which is earlier than many families expect. Dr. Zakhar explains the benefits of this assessment. “Many teeth and jaw problems can be corrected early, which can make other dental adjustments easier in the future. This seven-year mark is worth checking in with for families to see how their child’s growth and dental health development is going. Most likely, you won’t need anything early, but it’s good to catch on the rare occasion that we can intervene early for more complex conditions.”

Families may be reluctant to have an orthodontic evaluation because of concerns over cost. Consumer Affairs found that braces can cost anywhere from $1,000 to $13,000 per child. Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces is happy to work with local families to map out the best care path forward and accepts a variety of forms of payment, from Medicaid to Children’s Health Insurance Programs (CHIP) and payment plans to insurance or a dental discount plan for patients without insurance.

Zakhar understands the unique needs of working with underprivileged families and is already inspired by the patients and families he has treated thus far. “It’s been exciting to see these kids just light up with joy because they’re so excited to finally get braces and fix whatever they wanted,” Zakhar said. “Parents are so grateful that we started orthodontics here in the office.”

For current or prospective patients interested in orthodontic services in the Savannah, Georgia area, contact the office Monday through Thursday 8-5:30 pm ET or visit https://youthdentistry.com/.

About Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces

Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces is one of Georgia’s leaders in Medicaid and affordable dental care for children and their families. Supported by Benevis, Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces serves over 5,000 children on Medicaid each year. Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces and its doctors are dedicated to improving lives by providing high quality dental care in a fun and compassionate environment. To learn more about Savannah Smiles Youth Dentistry & Braces, visit www.YouthDentistry.com.

About Benevis

Benevis is a leading dental health care delivery organization for practices focused on providing life-changing oral and orthodontic care to underserved communities. Through comprehensive care and operational services that expand access to dentistry, Benevis has a 20-year history of providing the highest quality care to approximately 5 million children and adults. Its network reaches more than 100 locally branded dental offices across the US that provide treatment through 1.2 million visits each year. Benevis also advocates for programs and legislation that ensure all families have access to the oral health care they need and deserve. For more information, visit Benevis.com.

Check Also

Restorative Dentistry Market Advances Highlighted by Demand, Growing Business Strategies and Forecast 2031

The global restorative dentistry market was valued at US$ 21.28 billion in 2022 and is …

Leave a Reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *