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.

• I went in for a B12 shot and they got me in and out very quickly! Jennifer was super helpful and sweet. I'll definitely go back!
  Amber C.
  
• Super easy with scheduling, very professional, and personable staff.
  Dabney Galloway
  
• This is the best dentist in the area! The staff is so friendly and makes the experience special every time I come! I love Chandler as my dental assistant and Dr Hapney is amazing! I highly recommend!
  Shirley Baltodano
  
• I love these people
  kinley st pierre
  
• Have been using Five Forks Dental practice for a few years and always have a great experience. Staff is professional and caring, Drs. Hapney and Vance are attentive to patient need, taking time to explain thoroughly their recommended procedures. Special mention for Franny, periodic dental visit care, and to Alexa and Andrea for care during visits for Invisalign updates. Thank you all very much.
  Tom Kennedy