What To Expect On Your First Visit
Your First Visit
We’ll do our best to collect your paperwork before you arrive. When you get here, we’ll greet you with a warm smile. Expect to meet your dentist and one of our awesome hygienists during your visit. They will work as a team to cover all aspects of your dental health. Before you go they will answer any questions and provide a summary of any further treatment.
Our promise to you is outstanding care, with kindness, for the whole family!
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Book Your Appointment
The first step is to give us a call to book your initial appointment. You can give us a call or reach out via email. Online scheduler is for both existing and new patients.
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Comprehensive Exam
The foundation of all good dental treatment is a thorough comprehensive dental exam. This is where your dentist lays the groundwork for all future care and recommendations and is able to get an up-close view of your teeth, gums and mouth. Comprehensive dental exams entail far more than just cleaning your teeth.
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Tailored Treatment Plan
We understand that each person is unique. You have specific reasons for seeing a dentist, so because of that, we custom tailor every treatment plan. We believe everyone deserves the opportunity to have the best feeling, healthiest and magnificent smile possible, but at the end of the day we will formulate a plan that works with you.
Our Comprehensive Exam’s
Our team will take the time to make sure you are comfortable and know what is going on at all times. Typically, a comprehensive dental exam will include the following:
Health History Evaluation. Your dental and medical history, concerns, background and diet will be discussed.
Medications Review. We will discuss any medications you are currently taking that can impact your prognosis, progression and management of your oral health.
Dental X-rays. Our staff will take dental x-rays, or other images depending on your needs, to diagnose areas of concern.
Oral Cancer Screening. An oral cancer screening will be performed to check your face, neck and mouth for abnormalities.
Dental Health Assessment. Your overall dental health, oral hygiene, risks for tooth or root decay, gum or bone disease will be assessed.
Teeth Cleaning and Stain Removal. We will remove any stains or deposits on your teeth and thoroughly clean them of bacteria.
Review on Oral Hygiene. We will review proper cleaning techniques for your teeth and gums by giving you actionable oral hygiene instructions.
TMJ and Muscle Examination. Your jaw joints and chewing muscles will be evaluated for disorder.
Bite and Jaw Examination. We will assess how your teeth fit together by examining your bite and jaw.
Cavity Check. Possible cavities and/or your need for tooth replacement.
Restoration Examination. All restorations, including fillings, crowns, bridges, and removable prostheses will be checked.
Patient/Doctor Interview. We like to take the time to discuss your concerns, treatment expectations and review any of our findings and observations from the comprehensive exam. All findings and information will be recorded in your dental record.
New Patient Forms
Want to save time waiting in the office? You can fill out your new patient forms online and submit everything electrically.
“ Some dentists will take shortcuts in an effort to save time and operating expenses. Here at Kuna Smiles, we provide you only with the highest quality of care to ensure the longevity of your dental health and well being.”
- Dr Olson DMD.
FAQs
Do you take patients without insurance?
Absolutely! We have several payment options available for those without dental coverage and the Kuna Smiles Monthly Membership plan. See INSURANCE & MONTHLY PLANS for more details.
Do you take same day or walk in appointments?
Absolutely! If we are able, we will gladly do same day appointments. We respect our patients busy schedule and do our best to stay on time, so we can take the best care of you! There are times where we may be able to do treatment on the same day, so you won't have to come back!
Which insurance carriers do you take?
We accept most insurance companies which include but no limited to, Delta, Blue Cross, MetLife, & Cigna. Please contact us for the full list of insurance carriers.