PATIENT INFORMATION

• Introduction
• First Visit
• Scheduling
• Financial Policy
• Insurance
• Infection Control
• Advanced Technology
• Nitrous Oxide
• Home Instructions
• Smile Gallery

First Visit

Your initial appointment will consist of a comprehensive exam, explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Occasionally, time permitting, treatment can be done the same day as the initial exam. However, a complex medical history or treatment plan will require an evaluation and future appointments.santa barbara dentist

Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your consultation:

• X-rays taken within the past six months if available/applicable.
• A list of medications you are presently taking.
• If you have dental insurance, bring the necessary completed 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 consultation visit.

Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to surgery (i.e. 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 taking medication prior to dental cleanings (i.e antibiotics, for pre-med.) santa barbara dentist

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 x-rays are necessary, they can be taken at our facility.