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Five ways to make braces more accessible for adults
I have been caring for the people of this city since 1992. Each day we see the tremendous impact that healthy, attractive smiles have on their emotional and physical well-being. It is never too late for a patient to have that experience. That is one of the reasons we encourage them to consider orthodontics. Cost is naturally a concern, but here are five ways to make braces more accessible for adults in the Los Angeles area.
1 – Choose Invisalign
We recommend Invisalign for several reasons, including appearance, comfort, and hygiene. It also makes sense from a financial perspective. This system of transparent aligners is efficient. Each case is different, but a typical treatment plan is about 12 months. That reduces overall cost and minimizes missed time from work for progress checks.
2 – Dental Insurance
Many dental insurance plans cover a portion of the cost of Invisalign treatment. Our helpful front desk staff will assist in obtaining a coverage estimate from your insurance carrier.
3 – Credit card deals
Many credit cards offer cash back on purchases, typically ranging from one to five percent. That can take a noticeable bite out of the total cost of Invisalign treatment.
4 – Flexible spending accounts
If you are eligible for an FSA at your place of employment, take advantage of it for a straighter smile. These plans generally cover Invisalign, allowing you to use several thousand pre-tax dollars toward treatment. For most Americans, that’s a savings of about one-third!
5 – Payment plans
The Downtown Dental team will assist you in applying for third-party financings, such as CareCredit or Lending Club (formerly Springstone). These programs have flexible repayment options, often with zero interest.
We want you to feel the confidence of a gorgeous, straight smile. Call Downtown Dental at 213-620-5777 to discuss the options.
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Dr. Ivan Chan
As the cornerstone and founder of Downtown Dental, Dr. Don Mungcal is a proactive and
exceptionally talented dentist who is determined to contribute to the health and wellbeing of his community by
attending to their dental care needs.
With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.
Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.
Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.
Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.
Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!
With over 28 years of experience and service, Dr. Mungcal makes it his responsibility to be the best version of himself by being his patients’ go-to point for any and all dental concerns. In addition to being meticulous in his work ethic, he is also an individual who understands development and change. He updates and informs himself constantly through various continuous educational programs that he undertakes. He also invests in the latest state-of-the-art technology to provide world-class dental services.
Dr. Mungcal graduated from UCLA and the University of the Pacific Dental School and is presently a member of several acclaimed medical associations, including the California Dental Society.
Dr. Tara Mavadat was always passionate about dentistry and is committed to helping patients achieve excellent oral health and beautiful smiles that last long. Having earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of the Pacific Dugoni School of Dentistry, she focuses on comprehensive general dentistry with an emphasis on preventive dentistry. Her primary goals are to provide comfort and quality as well as exceptional esthetic outcomes to every patient.
Dr. Ivan Chan is enthusiastic about dentistry and his patients' oral health and is dedicated to providing compassionate and effective care. He is a highly skilled dentist who received his undergraduate degree from the University of California, San Diego. He earned his Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) at the University of California, San Francisco School of Dentistry.
Dr. Chan has extensive training in general dentistry. He focuses on creating lasting smiles while attempting to prevent gum disease and cavities. He looks forward to assisting you with all your needs while assuring you that your trust is always in good hands, regardless of your needs!