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.

• Five Forks dentistry did a full mouth restoration on me in 2016. I have been in the dentistry business for 30 yrs. After researching the area upon moving here I was fortunate to find Dr Hapney she has an excellent caring staff and Dr Hapney stays updated on all the new procedures and materials. I now have the most beautiful teeth and couldn't be happier. Thank you so much to Dr Hapney and her staff.
  Kathy Nortman
  
• Had an amazing experience! The staff I very professional and friendly and the office is very clean and well organized! Made me feel really comfortable and right at home.
  Jeffery Poole
  
• I’m in the dental field so I don’t trust but the best of the best to work on my teeth. Jennifer made me feel very comfortable & was attentive to all my needs & concerns! She is awesome- along with the rest of the ladies here!
  Emily S.
  
• Cheryl Brown was the dental hygienist for my 3 year olds first dentist appointment. She was amazing and walked him through every step allowing him to play with tools. I can not say enough good things about this entire office. They work with you and treat you like their number one priority.
  WhitneyLane DeWitt
  
• I have been going here for years and just love it. I do not know of any other dentist that gives a complimentary hand paraffin treatment while you have your teeth cleaned. It is a spa and dentist in one.
  Melanie Pickhardt