Dr. Quintarias Lester
With over a decade of experience as a Maplewood dentist, Dr. Q has built long-lasting relationships with hundreds of patients, helping them feel right at home as soon as they enter the practice. His style of dentistry doesn’t involve distractions or gimmicks; it’s all about getting to know his patients on a personal level and building a strong foundation of trust to create positive, memorable experiences.
Meet Dr. Quintarias LesterWe are happy to be in-network with most dental insurance plans, including state insurance plans, and will help you get the most out of your benefits.
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You’ll need to define exactly what it is you’re looking for and what’s important to you. This could be a combination of factors, including insurance/payment and fees, hours, credentials, cleanliness, location, and safety. You should also consider what type of treatment you’re interested in undergoing. Do you want to brighten your smile with teeth whitening or straighten it with clear aligners? Are you needing to replace missing teeth with dentures in Maplewood? Do you simply need to schedule a routine checkup and cleaning? Lastly, be sure to get a feel for how the dental office treats its patients. At Hilltop Dental Clinic, our team prioritizes tailoring every patient’s treatment to their specific needs.
If you’re experiencing a dental emergency, make sure to call the dental office so that you can talk to one of our team members about your situation. They’ll be able to schedule the earliest appointment for you. However, if your condition is more serious or life-threatening, then you should call 911 and head straight to the ER instead. The hospital may not have a dentist on staff, but they can provide antibiotics and manage any pain until you can get treatment. Our office offers same-day appointments so that you’re more likely to get treated as quickly as possible. Also, dental emergencies usually begin from issues that are preventable, which is why it’s important to clean your teeth every day and visit our office every six months for checkups and cleanings.
The price of a routine dental checkup and cleaning can generally vary based on geography as well as other factors, such as a person’s current dental health. In most cases, these types of appointments cost between $200 and $350 in markets across the United States. If you have dental insurance, the fees for your checkup and cleaning may be negotiated by your provider with your dentist. During your appointment, you can expect our team to go over your health history as well as discuss any concerns you might have. We’ll also perform a thorough examination of your oral health, a professional cleaning, X-rays, and an oral cancer screening.
Dentists in the United States typically need to obtain either a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or a Doctor of Dental Sciences (DDS) from one of the 67 accredited dental schools in the country to practice dentistry. To apply, they need to have a bachelor's degree, usually in a major focused on science and math, and with very high grades. Dental school generally takes 3 years of a combination of classroom and hands-on learning, and some dentists progress further by earning 1 of 12 specializations recognized by the American Dental Association, which can take 3 or more additional years of training. All dentists also have to complete a certain number of continuing education hours every year to retain their license.
Hilltop Dental looks more like a cozy house than a dental office! The practice is easy-to-reach and conveniently located off of County Road B E, between Harambee Elementary School and Minnesota Waldorf School. Whether you’re coming from Falcon Heights or St. Paul, we’re just a short 10-minute drive away!
