Dentist Springfield, MA • Palmer, MA

How do I get emergency dental care?

The first step in obtaining emergency dental care is to call Dr. Gramse’s office as soon as possible and let someone on our staff help you. If you are experiencing a life-threatening emergency, please call 911 immediately.

Most hospital emergency rooms, mobile clinics, and urgent care centers are not equipped to handle dental emergencies, and thus if you go there, you are unlikely to be treated.

Dr. Gramse offers late and same-day appointments and can often assist in urgent dental emergencies, but if you are experiencing one, please call us and let our staff help.

Be aware that dental emergencies are an important indication of larger dental issues, and a sign to get back into the habit of regular visits to the dentist in Springfield. These can not only prevent future dental emergencies, but they can also save you time, money, and your natural teeth!

How much does a dental check-up & cleaning cost in Springfield, MA?

The cost of a dental check-up and cleaning can vary depending on a variety of factors, including your geographic location and your individual oral health.

Your check-up and cleaning appointment in Springfield begins with a patient health history as well as a discussion of any oral health concerns. It also includes a thorough examination by Dr. Gramse, a professional cleaning, X-rays, and an oral cancer screening.

The average cost in markets across the United States is between $200 and $350. If you have dental insurance, the fees for your check-up and cleaning (including any out-of-pocket copays) are negotiated with us by your insurance company.

How many dentists are there in Springfield, MA?

There are approximately 540 dentists in Springfield, MA. Dr. Laura Gramse has served the Springfield community for over 35 years. During that time, she has gotten to know generations of local families so well that she can give you a personal detail about each and every patient that walks through her door!

Dr. Gramse and her team are proud to offer a variety of oral health treatments right here in Springfield, and you can rest assured that she’ll always put your care first over profit. Whether you’re looking for a cosmetic dentist, sleep apnea treatment, or even a dentist who’s great with children near Springfield, Dr. Gramse is happy to help!

How can I find a female dentist?

To find a female dentist, Google can be an extremely useful tool, by simply searching “female dentist near me.”

Once you have located a dentist that fits your criteria, you can learn more about them and their qualifications on their website. To learn more about Dr. Gramse, simply select the “About Dr. Gramse” tab on our “About Us” section.

What level of education is required to be a dentist?

Here in the United States, all dentists must have earned either a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or a Doctor of Dental Sciences (DDS) from one of the nation’s 67 accredited dental schools.

Acceptance into dental school requires the student to have earned a bachelor's degree with very high grades in a major that is heavy in both science and mathematics.

Dental school is an additional three years, with a combination of classroom and hands-on learning.

Following dental school, some dentists choose to continue their education by earning one of twelve specializations recognized by the American Dental Association (ADA). These require an additional three or more years of dental school training.

All dentists are required to complete a minimum number of continuing education hours to maintain their dental license. Here in Massachusetts, they must earn at least 40 hours every two years, out of which a maximum of 20 can be completed through home study.