PATIENT

• Introduction
• Office Hours
• Financial Policy
• Insurance
• First Visit
• Oral Hygiene
• Periodontal Maintenance
• Infection Control
• Advanced Technology
• Dental Dictionary
• Home Instructions
  • Before Sedation Appointment
  • After Tooth Extraction
  • After Periodontal Gum Surgery
  • After Implant Surgery
  • After Root Canal Treatment
  • After White (Composite) Filling
  • After Crown and Bridge Reconstruction
  • After Cosmetic Reconstruction

First Visit

Your initial appointment will consist of a comprehensive examination explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Occasionally, treatment can be done 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:

• Your referral slip and any X-rays if applicable.
• A list of medications you are presently taking.
• If you have dental insurance, bring the necessary card and/or forms. This will save time and allow us to help you process any claims.

IMPORTANT: A parent or guardian must accompany all patients under 18 at the examination visit.

Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to surgery (i.e. bisphosphonate therapy for osteoperosis, diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) or if you are on any medication (i.e. heart medications, aspirin, anticoagulant therapy, etc.) or require medication prior to dental cleanings (i.e. antibiotics for pre-medication).

X-Rays

If your previous dentist has taken recent x-rays (within 6-months), 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, digital x-rays can be taken at our facility.