{"id":138,"date":"2025-09-06T17:44:26","date_gmt":"2025-09-06T10:44:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/smileandshine.co.th\/en\/?page_id=138"},"modified":"2025-11-13T11:56:27","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T04:56:27","slug":"faq","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/smileandshine.co.th\/en\/faq\/","title":{"rendered":"FAQ"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"row row-collapse row-full-width align-center\"  id=\"row-504154312\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-611401203\" class=\"col medium-12 small-12 large-9\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n\n\t<section class=\"section section-bottom dark\" id=\"section_1484714236\">\n\t\t<div class=\"section-bg fill\" >\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1920\" height=\"1280\" src=\"https:\/\/smileandshine.co.th\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/09\/home-5.jpg\" class=\"bg attachment-original size-original\" alt=\"\" \/>\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"section-bg-overlay absolute fill\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\n\n\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\t\n\n\t\t<div class=\"section-content relative\">\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"row row-collapse row-full-width align-center\"  id=\"row-1293240003\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1520037596\" class=\"col medium-12 small-12 large-7\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"is-divider divider clearfix\" ><\/div>\n\t<div id=\"text-1769199172\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<h1>Frequently Asked Questions<\/h1>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-1769199172 {\n  font-size: 1.2rem;\n  color: rgb(255,255,255);\n}\n#text-1769199172 > * {\n  color: rgb(255,255,255);\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"text-144231925\" class=\"text\">\n\t\t\n<p>We&#8217;ve gathered key questions and answers to help you prepare for your treatment.<\/p>\n\t\t\n<style>\n#text-144231925 {\n  color: rgb(255,255,255);\n}\n#text-144231925 > * {\n  color: 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object-position: 78% 55%;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #section_913740103 {\n    min-height: 280px;\n  }\n  #section_913740103 .section-bg-overlay {\n    background-color: rgba(0,0,0,.5);\n  }\n}\n@media (min-width:850px) {\n  #section_913740103 {\n    min-height: 375px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/section>\n\t\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t<div id=\"gap-562678102\" class=\"gap-element clearfix\" style=\"display:block; height:auto;\">\n\t\t\n<style>\n#gap-562678102 {\n  padding-top: 75px;\n}\n@media (min-width:550px) {\n  #gap-562678102 {\n    padding-top: 90px;\n  }\n}\n<\/style>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<div class=\"row align-center\"  id=\"row-662318169\">\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1618935818\" class=\"col hide-for-medium medium-6 small-12 large-6\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"accordion accordion-faq\">\n\t<div id=\"accordion-754136950\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-754136950-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-can-i-make-an-appointment?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-754136950-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How can I make an appointment?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-754136950-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-754136950-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>You can book an appointment in advance through two channels: by calling us at 091-881-7557 or by sending an email to contact@ssdc-dental.com. Our staff will check the schedule and contact you as soon as possible to confirm.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1843956311\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1843956311-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-should-i-prepare-for-my-first-visit?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1843956311-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What should I prepare for my first visit?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1843956311-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1843956311-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>For your first visit, please bring your ID card or passport. If you have any previous dental history or existing medical conditions, please inform your dentist. This will help them make an accurate diagnosis and plan the safest, most appropriate treatment for you.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-326949694\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-326949694-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-often-should-i-have-a-dental-check-up?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-326949694-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How often should I have a dental check-up?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-326949694-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-326949694-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Generally, dentists recommend a dental check-up and professional cleaning (scaling) every 6 months. This helps in preventing issues and detecting any potential problems at an early stage, making treatment simpler and more effective.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2196329561\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2196329561-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-dental-services-do-you-offer?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2196329561-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What dental services do you offer?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2196329561-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2196329561-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>SMILEANDSHINE offers a comprehensive range of dental services. This includes general dentistry such as fillings, scaling, and extractions, as well as specialized services like Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening, Veneers, Orthodontics, Dental Implants, and Root Canal Treatments.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3180737069\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3180737069-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-i-have-dental-anxiety.-how-do-you-handle-nervous-patients?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3180737069-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>I have dental anxiety. How do you handle nervous patients?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3180737069-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3180737069-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>We understand that many patients feel anxious about dental treatment. Our dental team is trained to provide gentle care and will explain every step of the procedure in detail to help you feel relaxed. We also use local anesthesia to ensure a pain-free and comfortable experience throughout your treatment.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\t<div id=\"col-1737075866\" class=\"col hide-for-medium medium-6 small-12 large-6\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"accordion accordion-faq\">\n\t<div id=\"accordion-813737458\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-813737458-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-are-dental-x-rays-necessary-and-safe?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-813737458-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Are Dental X-rays necessary and safe?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-813737458-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-813737458-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Dental X-rays are a crucial diagnostic tool that allows dentists to identify issues invisible to the naked eye, such as decay beneath the gums or between teeth. Our clinic uses modern digital X-ray technology, which emits a very low and safe level of radiation, adhering to international standards.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-3493349234\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-3493349234-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-are-your-payment\/insurance-options?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-3493349234-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What are your payment\/insurance options?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-3493349234-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-3493349234-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>We accept cash and credit card payments. For the use of Social Security or private health insurance policies, please contact our staff to verify your coverage details and eligibility conditions prior to your appointment.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-4107255102\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-4107255102-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-do-i-reschedule-or-cancel-my-appointment?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4107255102-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How do I reschedule or cancel my appointment?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-4107255102-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-4107255102-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>If you are unable to keep your appointment, please notify the clinic at least 24 hours in advance. This allows us to offer the time slot to another patient. You can inform us of a cancellation or request to reschedule via phone or email.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-4267671562\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-4267671562-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-is-in-clinic-teeth-whitening-safe?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4267671562-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Is in-clinic teeth whitening safe?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-4267671562-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-4267671562-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Teeth whitening, when performed under the supervision of a dentist, is a very safe and effective procedure. We use certified, professional-grade whitening products and will conduct a thorough oral health assessment before starting the treatment to ensure you achieve the safest and best possible results.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2726115024\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2726115024-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-about-after-hours-dental-emergencies?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2726115024-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What about after-hours dental emergencies?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2726115024-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2726115024-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>In the event of a severe dental emergency, such as facial trauma impacting the mouth or severe pain accompanied by significant swelling, we strongly recommend that you go to the emergency room of the nearest hospital immediately for treatment.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n<\/div>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\n\t\n\n\t<div id=\"col-189940335\" class=\"col show-for-medium small-12 large-12\"  >\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"col-inner\"  >\n\t\t\t\n\t\t\t\n<div class=\"accordion accordion-faq\">\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2329386199\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2329386199-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-can-i-make-an-appointment?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2329386199-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How can I make an appointment?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2329386199-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2329386199-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>You can book an appointment in advance through two channels: by calling us at 091-881-7557 or by sending an email to contact@ssdc-dental.com. Our staff will check the schedule and contact you as soon as possible to confirm.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-475861107\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-475861107-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-should-i-prepare-for-my-first-visit?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-475861107-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What should I prepare for my first visit?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-475861107-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-475861107-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>For your first visit, please bring your ID card or passport. If you have any previous dental history or existing medical conditions, please inform your dentist. This will help them make an accurate diagnosis and plan the safest, most appropriate treatment for you.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-2603283527\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-2603283527-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-how-often-should-i-have-a-dental-check-up?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-2603283527-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>How often should I have a dental check-up?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-2603283527-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-2603283527-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Generally, dentists recommend a dental check-up and professional cleaning (scaling) every 6 months. This helps in preventing issues and detecting any potential problems at an early stage, making treatment simpler and more effective.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-687350622\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-687350622-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-dental-services-do-you-offer?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-687350622-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What dental services do you offer?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-687350622-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-687350622-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>SMILEANDSHINE offers a comprehensive range of dental services. This includes general dentistry such as fillings, scaling, and extractions, as well as specialized services like Cosmetic Dentistry, Teeth Whitening, Veneers, Orthodontics, Dental Implants, and Root Canal Treatments.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-4158062884\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-4158062884-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-i-have-dental-anxiety.-how-do-you-handle-nervous-patients?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-4158062884-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>I have dental anxiety. How do you handle nervous patients?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-4158062884-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-4158062884-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>We understand that many patients feel anxious about dental treatment. Our dental team is trained to provide gentle care and will explain every step of the procedure in detail to help you feel relaxed. We also use local anesthesia to ensure a pain-free and comfortable experience throughout your treatment.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-944279488\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-944279488-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-are-dental-x-rays-necessary-and-safe?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-944279488-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Are Dental X-rays necessary and safe?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-944279488-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-944279488-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Dental X-rays are a crucial diagnostic tool that allows dentists to identify issues invisible to the naked eye, such as decay beneath the gums or between teeth. Our clinic uses modern digital X-ray technology, which emits a very low and safe level of radiation, adhering to international standards.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1254606044\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1254606044-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-what-are-your-payment\/insurance-options?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1254606044-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>What are your payment\/insurance options?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1254606044-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1254606044-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>We accept cash and credit card payments. 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You can inform us of a cancellation or request to reschedule via phone or email.<\/p>\n\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t\n\t<div id=\"accordion-1064848629\" class=\"accordion-item\">\n\t\t<a id=\"accordion-1064848629-label\" class=\"accordion-title plain\" href=\"#accordion-item-is-in-clinic-teeth-whitening-safe?\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"accordion-1064848629-content\">\n\t\t\t<button class=\"toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle\"><i class=\"icon-angle-down\" aria-hidden=\"true\"><\/i><\/button>\n\t\t\t<span>Is in-clinic teeth whitening safe?<\/span>\n\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t<div id=\"accordion-1064848629-content\" class=\"accordion-inner\" aria-labelledby=\"accordion-1064848629-label\">\n\t\t\t\n<p>Teeth whitening, when performed under the supervision of a dentist, is a very safe and effective procedure. 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