FAQ’s with Hernick Family Dental

Here are some of the most frequently asked questions to help you better understand topics like insurance, radiation safety, walk-in appointments, and more.

  • List of insurances we accept:

    Delta Dental, Dentaquest (Ucare), Cigna, MetLife, United Concordia, United Healthcare, Humana, Blue Cross Blue Shield, GEHA, Guardian, Principal, Aetna, Tri-Care

    *If you have a different insurance not listed, call our office and we can discuss other options.

  • For your initial visit, please bring a valid photo ID, your dental insurance information if applicable, and any relevant medical records. We recommend completing new patient forms in advance to streamline your check-in process. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to complete new patient paperwork if you plan to fill these out in office. Contact our office for more details or to schedule your appointment.

  • One of the questions we get asked most often in dentistry is about the radiation from x-rays. This quick guide will help put things into perspective by showing how much radiation we’re exposed to naturally, and how much comes from man-made sources.

    In the U.S., radiation is regulated by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). If you’re curious, you can check them out at www.NRC.gov. There’s also more info on the Environmental Protection Agency’s site: www.epa.gov/radiation/understand/perspective.html.

    On average, people in the U.S. get about 620 milliRems (mRem) of radiation per year. Interestingly, more than half of that comes from natural sources—like radon gas, outer space, the ground, and even some foods. The rest comes from everyday products like building materials, smoke detectors, exit signs, and medical treatments.

    According to the NRC, the maximum safe dose of radiation for the general public is 5,000 mRem per year. The chart below breaks down how much radiation comes from different sources to give you a better idea of where your exposure might be coming from.

  • We do offer same-day appointments, especially for urgent cases. Emergency situations are given priority in our scheduling.

  • Hernick Family Dental is currently accepting new patients. Our team is committed to providing personalized care in a comfortable environment. Please contact our office to schedule your initial appointment with us.