Most of what makes a first dental visit stressful is not knowing what happens next. Here is the whole sequence.
01
Call or send the form
We confirm your insurance benefits before you arrive, so the first number you hear is the right one.
02
Exam and any needed X-rays
A full look at teeth, gums, bite and jaw — not just the problem tooth.
03
A written plan and a price
What is urgent, what can wait, and how to pay for it if it is a large case.
04
Schedule the treatment
Longer cases are staged around your calendar and your budget, in the order that protects your teeth first.
05
Hygiene and follow-up
You go on the recall schedule with the same hygienist, so nothing new gets missed.
New patient forms
Filling these out before you arrive keeps your first appointment on the exam instead of the clipboard. Bring your insurance card and a list of any medications you take.
