New Patient Visit

Welcome

On behalf of our staff, we welcome you to our office. We are pleased that you have selected us to care for your dental needs and we look forward to your initial visit. We want you to know that we are committed to providing you with the highest quality of oral health care in the most efficient and gentle manner possible. We pride ourselves on making dentistry a pleasant and relaxing experience for you, while providing you with the best dental treatment.

As your team of dental health professionals, we want you to be confident knowing that we are a team of highly trained and skilled clinicians. We pride ourselves in providing the care you need to keep your smile healthy. To give you the best possible service and results, we are committed to continuing education. We regularly attend dental lectures, meetings, and dental conventions to stay informed of new techniques, the latest products, and the newest equipment that we can utilize to provide state-of-the-art dental care. We are also members of many professional dental associations which help us stay ahead of the changes and recommendations for our profession.

Your First Visit

We would like to tell you what you can expect on your first visit to our office. We will take the time to give you the personal attention you deserve and conduct a complete, comprehensive examination. This exam will include necessary x-rays allowing us to diagnose the condition of your mouth, teeth and gums. We also complete an oral cancer exam, as recommended by the American Cancer Society. We chart the existing condition of each tooth, such as: decay, fillings, crowns, fractured teeth, irregular formation, rotation, shifting of your teeth, or excessive wear. Dr. Hapney will complete an oral, facial and joint muscle exam, including an examination of the jaw joint. Our dental hygienist will measure the gum tissue around each tooth to detect periodontal disease and recession. We will also take photos to use as a record of existing conditions and to aid in planning future treatment. In most instances, your dental condition will be determined at this visit, and if needed, a suitable treatment plan will be discussed with you.

Our new patient registration forms are available on the Patient Forms page to fill out prior to your initial visit. If you decide not to fill out the new patient form online, please arrive 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete registration forms. We look forward to your visit.

• Such a friendly office. From the front desk to the doctor and everyone in between, they put you at ease. My cleaning was excellent.
  Ann Humphreys
  
• Very positive group
  Malcolm S
  
• High recommend! Super thorough and friendly! Definitely bringing my whole family here.
  Jessica Marmor Fleming
  
• What a wonderful dental experience! If you don't love your dentist, you need to come here. Paraffin wax on your hands during cleaning, knowledgeable and friendly staff wrapped up in a soothing spa environment, equals a pleasant dental check up. Dr. Hapney is the best I've ever had!
  Heather Moore
  
• I called hoping for a last minute appointment and Savannah got me worked with no problem. The entire visit better then I expected. The whole staff was helpful and offered solutions to dental needs I’d been living with for many years. I will definitely be back for future needs. Thank you Savannah!
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