Questions You May Have Regarding Your First Dental Visit

When you visit a new dentist for the first time in the Del Mar, California, area, there are likely questions you will have in mind to ask during your initial appointment. Dr. Anu Mohan and the team at I-Rise Dental Boutique are here to answer these questions and address any other concerns you may have regarding your upcoming dental experience. Here are some common questions many patients have regarding their first dental appointment.

What Insurance Is Accepted By Your Practice?

Most dental offices will accept many different dental care providers for payment. Before your appointment, it would be beneficial to provide information about your current dental insurance provider to determine if your new dentist accepts it. If you are visiting Dr. Mohan at I-Rise Dental Boutique, call/text our team at (858) 465-8717 to determine if your dental insurance will be accepted. 

In addition, many dental practices will work with your dental insurance on your behalf to ensure that your insurance pays every dollar of your benefit amount. We definitely do this at I-Rise Dental Boutique. Also, for more extensive procedures like aligners and implants, we do file a pre-treatment estimate with your insurance to get a clear breakdown of the insurance payout and patient responsibility before the treatment is started; this way, there is no confusion in the bill post-treatment.

What Forms of Payment Are Accepted?

Financial options are at the top of the list regarding important questions to ask for many families and individuals who are seeing a dentist for the first time. Most dentists will accept checks or cash, major credit cards, and dental insurance, but you will want to check to verify. You may also find it helpful to inquire if your dentist offers an in-house membership plan. These plans can often make your dental care more affordable, especially if you do not have dental insurance. 

At I-Rise Dental Boutique, we understand that dental treatments can be expensive. That’s why we collaborate with dental financing companies to help you spread the cost of your treatment into affordable monthly payments. This way, you can receive the necessary dental treatment today without worrying about the financial burden. Remember, good oral health is essential for overall health, and we are here to help you achieve optimal oral health.

How Should I Prepare For My First Appointment?

When preparing for your new patient appointment, your new dental office will likely provide you with new patient paperwork. If you wait until the day of your appointment, you will want to arrive at the dental office 15 to 20 minutes early to fill out the paperwork. Many dental offices, like I-Rise Dental Boutique, will provide you access to digital forms, which can be filled out days or weeks before your appointment. Besides the required paperwork, many patients find it helpful to come to this first appointment armed with questions about their oral health to ask the dentist. 

If you have any concerns about your appointment or are experiencing any dental anxiety or fears, setting up a phone call before your visit can also be helpful so that you can express these feelings to your new dental team. Dr. Mohan and her team especially love to work with anxious patients as typically, they keep procrastinating their bi-annual visit to their dentist. Dr. Mohan especially loves to work with these patients, help calm their nerves, and stop potential problems by nipping them in the bud and saving them a lot of money in the long run.

What Should You Expect During Your First Appointment?

Your initial appointment with your new dentist will likely include a dental examination, x-rays, and teeth cleaning. As part of this initial examination, your teeth and gums will be closely examined to determine if there are any existing issues, including gum disease and tooth decay. A treatment plan will be devised and recommended based on findings during this examination. In addition, an oral cancer screening may be provided. Your teeth will then be cleaned professionally to remove any built-up plaque or tartar. 

Dr. Mohan may recommend laser-induced stem cell regenerative therapy if a patient has deep gum pockets. This treatment has the potential to save a lot of money in the long run, as it can help with re-attachment (known as LANAP – Laser Assisted New Attach Procedure). By using growth factors from the patient’s own body, the laser stimulates the regrowth of healthy bone, gum, and connective tissue.

These are just a few questions new patients may consider as their initial appointment approaches. Patients from Del Mar and Encinitas, CA, can call (858) 465-8717 with any questions or concerns regarding their appointment with Dr. Anu Mohan at I-Rise Dental Boutique.

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