Pre- and Post-Operative Check Ups for Medical Procedures

Chang Dental Group provides pre and post-operative check-ups and procedures in Natick and Framingham, Massachusetts

To schedule an appointment in our Natick office, call or text 508-653-0444.

To schedule an appointment in our Framingham office, call 508-405-1100 or text 508-405-1100.

What Are Pre and Post-Operative Procedures?

Many procedures and surgeries require pre and post-operative check ups. In some cases, preauthorization from a dentist is necessary before surgery. There may also be follow-up care required after surgery, such as removing sutures and monitoring healing progress.

Why Choose Chang Dental Group?

Expert Care - Excellent Results

Chang Dental Group provides pre and post-operative checkups for the convenience of our patients and to help you get the dental and medical care you need to prevent infection and promote a positive outcome. We provide checkups for both new and existing patients.

The doctors of Chang Dental Group are highly qualified with various specialty degrees from prestigious institutions such as Harvard and Tufts University, many of whom are and have been educators at these same institutions. We are among the top-rated dental practices with more than 20 years of experience in the field, consistently providing an advanced level of care.

Services Offered

We provide the following pre and post-operative services:

Surgical pre-authorizations. If you are in need of a surgical procedure that requires pre-authorization from your dentist, we can provide the necessary examination and paperwork. This is important to prevent infection from oral sources to the surgical sites. Surgery procedures such as heart surgery, hip replacement, knee replacement, and pre-cancer treatment require dental pre-authorizations to ensure no source of bacterial infection may affect your outcome.
Cancer treatment pre-authorizations. Before cancer treatment begins, pre-authorization from a dentist may be required, sometimes to approve specific medications for insurance purposes.
Post-cancer treatment oral health care. Chemotherapy can negatively affect your oral health, causing problems with the lining of your mouth and salivary glands. We can provide the necessary post-cancer treatment to restore the health of your teeth and mouth.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the purpose of pre-authorization?

In most cases, pre-authorization is required by your insurance company. Insurance providers want to be sure that the surgery or procedure you are planning to undergo is necessary and safe in your current state of health before providing coverage.

Why is specialized oral care required after cancer treatment?

Cancer treatment often includes chemotherapy, which can have negative effects on your oral health. It can cause your salivary glands to produce less saliva, giving you dry mouth that can lead to tooth decay and gum disease. With intensive oral care throughout and following cancer treatment, some of the negative effects can be prevented.