Office Visits

Our practice is committed to providing you and your family with safe, gentle, and high-quality dental care. We understand that you or your child may feel anxious about visiting the dentist. We are sensitive to your needs, and it is our goal to make you feel comfortable visiting our practice while we provide the best possible care.

Your first visit is all about you: your comfort, your happiness, and your health

Your New Patient Visit is a very important occasion, because we strive to provide the best and most comprehensive care possible to all our patients. During your first visit, Dr. McClendon, Day or Edwards will review your dental and medical history, take the necessary X-rays, perform an examination of your teeth, gums, oral health (including an oral cancer screening), and listen to all your concerns and questions.

Then the doctor will discuss with you the results of the examination, explain the treatment(s) recommendation(s), and let you know what type of cleaning or gum treatment you need, as well as answer your questions.

Finally, our treatment coordinators will help plan your treatment(s) with scheduling and finding the best payment option(s) for you. We appreciate your patience as take the time required to provide the best service to you.

Bring your smile, but also remember to bring these to your first appointment

Arrive 20 minutes prior to your appointment time the complete the registration process.
You must bring a valid ID, a copy of your dental insurance card, updated medical care information and medications list.
A parent/guardian MUST be present at the new patient appointment, if patient is a minor (under 18 years old).
Your new patient appointment can take approximately 2 hours - 2.5 hours and it DOES NOT include a dental cleaning. Please plan your schedule accordingly.
Your estimated copay can range, depending on your specific dental policy. Please be prepared for the maximum copay quoted to you when scheduling to appointment.

Regular checkups are an important part of maintaining a healthy smile!

The American Dental Association recommends a visit to your dentist every six months for regular checkups and routine teeth cleanings to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

We understand you have a busy schedule, so when you’re preparing to visit our office, please remember your new patient appointment will last a minimum of 2 hours.