First Visit Expectations

COVID-19

To help us adhere to local and state guidelines to minimize the risk of spreading COVID-19, we kindly ask that you don a mask upon entering our office and only remove it during dental treatment. Please attend your appointment alone if possible, or bring only one other person. We may ask you to remain in your vehicle and we will text you when we are ready to see you for treatment. Please call us to reschedule your appointment if you are feeling ill, have tested positive for COVID-19, have been in contact with someone who has tested positive for COVID-19, or if you recently visited a location that has experienced a major outbreak of COVID-19 cases.

To minimize surface contact, please visit our online portal to complete our intake forms if you haven’t already done so: https://forms.mydentistlink.com/5dc95918-324f-4660-8190-6dd7c65d888b

Let's get to know each other.

Your first visit is not only about our team getting to know you, but also about you getting to know our team. In the time we spend together, we encourage you to ask questions, express your concerns, and share with us anything you want us to know to help make your care as individual as you are.

Part of getting to know you and providing safe, personalized support involves reviewing your medical history. Certain medical conditions and medications can influence your susceptibility to dental issues such as cavities, gum disease, and even oral cancer.

Next, full-mouth x-rays and a comprehensive exam of your teeth, gums, mouth, and jaws will be performed.

This process should take about one hour. Time-permitting, you may see our hygienist right after to have your teeth cleaned (approximately for another 45 minutes to 1 hour).

You're in great hands.

And if you haven’t been to a dentist in a long while, please don’t fear. You’ve made an important decision – no need to feel guilty! (And we see many patients in the same situation)

Once your entire exam is completed, Dr. Baldonado will talk with you about his findings. If necessary, he will develop a “gameplan” and discuss the dental care that needs to be performed immediately and those which can be postponed for a later time. Our front office will discuss financial obligations for dental treatment that may be needed and will work with your schedule to book future appointments.