First Visit
Your initial appointment will consist of a comprehensive dental exam to arrive at your diagnosis and treatment options. Dental cleanings are often performed at initial visits, but this will depend on the information found during your exam. Occasionally, surgery can be performed the same day as the consultation. However, a complex medical history or treatment plan will require an evaluation and a second appointment to provide treatment on another day.
Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your consultation:
- Arrive 10-15 minutes early
- Dental insurance card (if applicable)
- Any dental x-rays taken within the past 5 years.
- A list of medications you are presently taking and relevant medical history.
- Notify us in advance if you require antibiotic premedication.
- If you have dental insurance, bring the necessary completed forms including your dental insurance card.
- We appreciate having the opportunity to prepare your paperwork in advance of your appointment allowing us to focus on your dental needs rather than administrative tasks during your visit. Please email [email protected], mail, or drop off your paperwork prior to your appointment if feasible. If not, please bring your paperwork to your visit.
IMPORTANT: All patients under the age of 18 years of age must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the consultation visit.
Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to dental surgery (i.e., diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) or if you are currently taking any medication (i.e., heart medications, aspirin, anticoagulant therapy, etc.).
X-Rays
If your dentist or physician has taken x-rays, you may request that they forward them to our office. If there is not enough time, please pick them up and bring them to our office. If additional films are necessary, they can be taken at our facility.