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Spending time
with each new patient is important to us because each person is
unique. Finding out your concerns on specific problems ranging from
fears, past bad experiences, health problems, and specific preferences
help us to deliver treatment that best suit you needs. Updating
you on what's new in technology (as we have it here!), introducing
the office staff, and explaining how & why we perform procedures
are all part of the West Coast Dental Clinics experience.
Your
First Appointment
From
your first contact with our office, we will listen to YOUR needs
and tailor your care with our findings. Our
goal is to provide you and your family with the best possible dental
care in a warm caring environment. We want to give you the tools
to prevent dental disease and aim to be a place that your kids want
to come and visit.
The
first appointment (except in cases of emergency) is spent conducting
a thorough examination. This includes;
- A
complete oral and dental examination of teeth, gums, lips, cheek,
tongue, salivary glands, jaw bone, plus an examination for oral
cancer and periodontal screening.
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A detailed assessment of the total condition of the teeth themselves
as to the tightness of the teeth, the way the teeth bite together,
position, shape, colour and state of repair
Evaluation of dental/medical history
- X-ray
and diagnostic model impressions if necessary
- Thorough
cleaning and polishing of your teeth
Home care instructions to aid you in maintaining proper oral health
- Consultation
concerning your present oral health or, in more involved situations
a separate consultation appointment to allow us additional time
for in-depth diagnostic analysis.
Consultation: In many instances we would like to
discuss our recommendations with you at a private consultation.
At this separate appointment we go over the x-rays and other findings
so that you are aware exactly of the conditions of your mouth and
your general oral health.
If
more than one method of treatment is appropriate, all alternatives
will be discussed. An estimate of the fee for any service will also
be given at this appointment.
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