What to Expect From a Free Consultation

So your smile’s missing something. Whether you’re not unhappy with its appearance, function, or overall health, there’s a path forward. The first step? A free consultation with our team.

Consultations make some patients nervous, but there’s really nothing to fear. If you’re stressing about this appointment, being prepared to talk with our team will help you feel more comfortable. Read on for a guide to exactly what questions we’ll ask, your initial exam, and what the following steps. If you’re ready to schedule your own consultation, just get in touch.

Complimentary Consultations with Tompkins Dental

Our consultations are free, so that you have a chance to learn more without feeling pressured to make any kind of commitment. It’s crucial that you take the time and effort to consider your options before you choose a restorative or cosmetic procedure, and we’ll help you through that process. Here’s what we’ll do at your first appointment:

• Review your dental history – It’s important that we know about your dental past, so that we can identify patterns and visualize how your treatment will progress.
• Conduct an exam – By taking a careful look at your teeth, we’ll learn a great deal about your oral health and identify the right steps to take to achieve your goals.
• Take x-rays – If you have x-rays from a previous dentist that were taken within the last year, these may be enough for your treatment. But if you’re going to be undergoing oral surgery or implant placement, we’ll want to take additional x-rays and/or CT scans to be sure that we have precise, detailed images of the treatment area and surrounding structures.
• Draw up a preliminary treatment plan – We’ll suggest treatments that will fulfill your needs, best support your oral function, and have the highest chances of success. Depending on your case, you may be receiving a single treatment, or a collection.
• Answer your questions about treatment options – We want you to be well-informed and educated about your options, so that you’re completely on board with the process and the results. It’s a good idea to do a little research before your consultation, so that you’re ready to have a detailed discussion.
• Plan out costs and insurance coverage – If you have dental insurance, we’ll discuss the coverage that you can expect to receive. If you don’t, we’ll review our fees and the likely costs of treatment.