Here at Excel Dentistry, we are dedicated to keeping you informed and want you to know what you can expect during your first visit with us.
The first appointment consists of a consultation. We will review your current situation, explain your diagnosis, and cover your treatment options.
To help your appointment run smoothly, please make sure to arrive early and bring:
- Your referral slip and X-rays if applicable
- A list of any medications you are taking
- Any known allergies or medical conditions
- Medical or Dental insurance to be filed
- Your dental insurance card and ID
- A payment method to cover your co-pay
- Completed patient forms and medical history
Occasionally treatment can be done the same day as the consultation. However, complex treatment plans or complicated medical histories will require evaluation and a second appointment for treatment. Please let the office know if you have a medical condition that may be a concern prior to surgery (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves or joints, rheumatic fever, or blood disorders).
If you’ve had X-rays taken in the last six months, please have your dentist forward them to us. If there is not enough time to get them to us prior to your appointment, please make arrangements to pick them up and bring them with you to the appointment.
A parent or guardian must accompany all patients under the age of 18.
If you have any questions about what to expect on your first visit, don’t hesitate to contact us today at (551) 383-4441.
Our friendly dentists, Dr. Mayra Modesto-Garrido and Dr. Aryam Modesto, are excited to see you for your first visit. Our dental family is committed to providing the finest dental care possible in a comfortable and relaxing environment. We spend quality time with each patient to address concerns and design a personalized treatment with the services we offer. Together, we make your dream smile become a reality.
During your appointment, our dentists and team will perform a complete oral examination, including a visual inspection, periodontal evaluation and diagnosis. As part of the visual inspection, we will closely examine your teeth, their supporting structures and the oral anatomy. We may also use digital X-rays to diagnose tooth decay, bone loss and other dental problems. We may also perform an oral cancer screening, which helps us detect any abnormalities in the oral tissues. This exam is important so that any emerging problematic issues can be detected early when the conditions are easier to treat. We also perform a periodontal probing and examination during your initial exam. This allows us to evaluate the health of your gums and diagnose any present gum disease (periodontal disease). In addition, we will analyze your bite (occlusion) to identify any problems.
After your examination is complete, our dentists will review our findings with you so you can better understand the current state of your oral health. We will then recommend the treatments needed to correct any conditions or problems we have detected. Our team will explain your treatment options so you can make an educated decision about your care. We are happy to discuss any concerns you may have about your oral health or about your treatment options; we want you to feel confident and comfortable with your oral health care.
What To Expect During Your First Visit:
When you come in for the first time, we will review your medical history and take digital X-rays of your teeth to evaluate your health. From there, our dentists and team will determine if further treatment is necessary after we clean and freshen up your smile.