Dr. Skladany believes amalgam fillings are the poorest type of tooth filling available. Technology and materials have advanced so much that silver mercury fillings are a thing of the past. Now we conserve tooth structure by using bonded technology which strengthens tooth structure, not weakens it like silver amalgam. This limits the need for crowns or caps.

Esthetics, strength and longevity are our objectives for restoring teeth.

X-rays may help the dentist detect several conditions: tooth decay between the teeth; infections like dental abscesses or cysts; impacted teeth, the extent of periodontal (gum) disease or tooth decay, some type of tumors, or developmental abnormalities like extra teeth or teeth that never developed.

We do ask for payment the day of service; however, we gladly file your insurance claims for you to be reimbursed the maximum benefit from your particular dental plan. If you have a treatment plan consisting of major restorations, we will file a pretreatment determination of benefits from your plan. With this certificate, we would only ask you for the uncovered amount during your visit. We do accept personal checks, VISA, and Mastercard for payment of services rendered.

We do file your insurance the day of your visit. Most patients receive their payments from 10-14 days. We will gladly contact your insurance company if you fail to receive payment in a timely manner.

We attempt to bring you in our office as a new patient with a comprehensive oral exam, cleaning, and x-rays. However, if you have an emergency dental need, we will be happy to provide a limited oral evaluation along with the needed treatment as time allows. We may need to start you on an antiobiotic prior to any major dental work.

We recommend a routine dental exam and cleaning every six months unless we detect periodontal disease. With periodontal disease there may be a need to have you return for cleanings more frequently (ie. Every 3-4 months vs. 6 months) to keep your gums more healthy.

Yes, it is recommended that at the age of 3 they begin seeing the dentist in an introductory-type visit (ie. Counting teeth, riding the chair) to become familiar with the office. Or they may watch their mother or father during their visit.

Yes, after the hygienist has cleaned your teeth and obtained any necessary x-rays, the dentist will examine your teeth and review your x-rays with you. He will discuss with you and your hygienist any findings. You will be given a copy of your treatment plan prior to you leaving.

Yes. Our operatories and restrooms are both wheelchair accessible.

Your appointment time is reserved exclusively for you. Our policy requires a 24-hour cancellation notice to avoid an office service charge.

Dr. Skladany has been in practice since 1995. He moved from his first office at 92 Aviemore Drive, Pinehurst, N.C., to his newly constructed contemporary office (also designed by Dr. Skladany) in 2004. This office is located at 10 Memorial Drive (directly across from Pinehurst Trace-located off 15-501).

Yes, Dr. Skladany is happy to welcome new patients. Emergency visits are also welcome.

Our hours of operation include Monday thru Thursday 8am to 12 noon and 1pm to 5pm. You are able to leave a message after hours on our answering service.

We ask that you give us two working days notice (48 hours) in the event you need to change your appointment. This allows us the opportunity to offer your reserved appointment to another person in need of dental services or with an emergency.

Please ask us to place you on our “priority/cancellation” call list. We will attempt to contact you when there are cancellations or openings in Dr. Skladany’s schedule that may allow you to be seen earlier.