It is longer and more thorough. Your first appointment is built around getting to know you and the current state of your teeth and gums. We complete a full exam, take any X-rays we need, talk through what you want from your care, and explain everything we find. When your teeth and gums are healthy, we usually fit your cleaning into the same appointment.

In most cases it covers the majority of it. PPO plans typically pay for routine exams, X-rays, and cleanings with little or nothing out of pocket. Our Denny Triangle team verifies your benefits before you come in and shows you how to get the most out of the coverage you already pay for.

Plan on 60 to 90 minutes at our 2045 Westlake Avenue office. That leaves room to hear what you want from your care, complete a careful exam, take X-rays when they are needed, and answer your questions without anyone watching the clock.

They matter more than most people expect. A visual exam only shows so much, so X-rays let us catch decay between teeth, infection at the root, bone loss, and other problems while they are still small and simple to treat.

Usually, yes. Our goal is to clean your teeth the same day you come in. If the exam turns up gum disease or something that calls for a different kind of cleaning, we explain what we found and book the appropriate appointment so you get the right care instead of a rushed one.

Dental anxiety is something we see every week. Our team moves at your pace, explains each step before it happens, and uses gentle technique throughout. Oral sedation is available at this office if you would like extra support. Mention your concerns when you book and we will plan the visit around them.

No. Life gets in the way, fear keeps people out of the chair, and none of that is something we hold against you. Our attention is on where you go from here, not on what happened before. You will be treated with respect every time you come in.

Not at all, and you are in good company. A number of our long-time patients started exactly the same way. Your return visit is a comfortable exam, a clear explanation of what we find, and a treatment plan you help set the pace for.

We accept CareCredit, which lets you spread the cost of care over time. CareCredit offers several financing options, including promotional periods with no interest for patients who qualify. It is a common choice for larger treatment plans and for patients paying out of pocket.

Absolutely. Let us know who you would like to see when you schedule and we will match you up based on their availability. If you have no preference, tell us what you are coming in for and we will point you toward the provider best suited to it.