Appointments
Please contact us by phone at (616) 531-1554 in Grandville to schedule an appointment or answer any questions that you may have.
Rachel S. Sinacola DDS, MS
Diplomate, American Board of Periodontology
Dr. Sinacola is a Michigan native who attended Michigan State University, graduating with degrees in Human Biology and Microbiology. Like Dr. Smith, she attended the University of Michigan School of Dentistry for her dental education. While in dental school, she completed a dual-degree, earning her Doctorate of Dental Surgery and a Master of Science degree in Clinical Research through the University of Michigan School of Public Health. She continued at the University of Michigan for her periodontal residency and Master of Science degree in Periodontics and is now an adjunct clinical assistant professor in the Periodontics and Oral Medicine Department. After graduation, Dr. Sinacola took the additional steps to become board-certified in both periodontics and dnetal implants and is a Diplomate of the American Board of Periodontology.
Dr. Sinacola is an active member of organized dentistry. She is a member of the American Academy of Periodontology and American Dental Association. She serves as a Delegate in the Michigan Dental Association and member of the Membership Committee. She is Vice President of the Kent County Dental Society and is on the board of the West Michigan District Dental Society as the Editor of The Bulletin.
Dr. Sinacola enjoys spending time with her family, yoga, and playing the piano.
Our Dental Team
Like general, restorative dental offices, periodontal office also have dental hygienists that help maintain your oral health. It is common for patients with periodontal disease or high susceptibility to oral health conditions to alternate their cleanings between their dentist and our office. It is our practice philosophy that alternating, rather than exclusive cleanings within our office, provides the most thorough dental evaluation over the course of a year. The amount of time recommended between cleanings, known as your recall frequency, will be evaluated by your dental and periodontal team members.
Facilities and Equipment
Facilities and Equipment Our office has been using digital radiography since 2006. This technology allows us to enlarge Images many times over those seen in standard dental films to improve our diagnostic capabilities. Patient radiation exposure using digital x-rays is also greatly reduced when compared to X· ray images taken on film. A separate sterile water supply is used for all of the procedures done in our operatories. This safeguards against any possible contamination that might come into the office via the city water supply. All of the Instruments we use (that are not disposed of after one use) are run through an ultrasonic cleaner, hand scrubbed when appropriate and finally sterilized in a steam pressure autoclave which monitors the amount of time, heat, and pressure produced during each sterilization cycle. Our autoclave is also tested weekly, using spore samples which are sent in to an independent testing laboratory, to make sure that it is functioning properly, and that our instruments are absolutely sterile.
Payment Options
Our practice depends on reimbursement from our patients for costs incurred. As a condition of beginning treatment, financial arrangements must be made in advance. While we do not automatically bill patients for services rendered, this courtesy is extended to patients who have established a satisfactory credit history with us. Dental Insurance plans usually do not cover the entire amount of your bill. Your dental coverage is a contract between you and your insurance company, and while we will fully cooperate In expediting your Insurance claims, you are ultimately responsible for your account. For those who are Interested, we do offer an Interest free Installment plan so that our patients need not delay necessary dental treatment.
