What to Expect at Your First Dental Visit

Welcome to Dentistry at Frederick's First Dental Appointment Guide

We're Here to Walk You Through Every Step of the Way, Ensuring a Seamless Process

Starting your dental care journey with a new practice can feel overwhelming, but at Dentistry at Frederick, we’ve designed our new patient experience to be welcoming, thorough, and comfortable. Our team is dedicated to helping Kitchener families feel at ease during their dental visits, no matter if it’s their first visit or 21st visit!

Before Your First Visit

Preparing for your first visit helps ensure your appointment runs smoothly and allows us to focus on your dental health needs.

Complete New Patient Forms

Understand your medical history and current health status
Identify any medications or conditions that may affect your dental treatment
Contact your insurance provider and verify coverage

Our Forms are Available Online

Download forms from our website or arrive 15 minutes early to complete them in our office
You'll also need to list your current medications (including dosages)
Make sure to include the contact information for your previous dentist if applicable

What to Bring to Your First Appointment

Government-issued photo identification Dental insurance information or CDCP documentation
List of current medications and supplements
Any recent dental X-rays from your previous dentist

During Your First Visit

Your initial appointment at our Kitchener dental office is designed to be comprehensive yet comfortable, allowing us to get to know you and your dental needs.

We'll Get to Know You Personally

Building relationships is something that our team is passionate about, to understand each patient as an individual, to better personalize their treatment plans after discovering their goals, dental concerns, and any anxieties they have about treatment.

We'll Get to Know Your Comfort Level

We'll ask about your previous dental experiences, discuss any concerns or fears you may have, and explain our approaches to helping nervous patients feel comfortable. We are proud to provide sedation options when necessary.

We'll Provide a Comprehensive Oral Health Care Assessment

This assessment includes:

A comprehensive examination of your teeth, gums, and oral tissues
An assessment of your bite and jaw function
An oral cancer screening is part of our preventive care approach
Digital X-rays, if needed, for complete diagnosis

Creating Your Personalized Treatment Plan

Based on your examination and individual needs, we’ll develop a treatment plan that works for your health goals and lifestyle.

Discussing Your Treatment Options

We'll address any urgent dental needs first and foremost, discuss preventive care recommendations, and present options for improving your oral health and smile.

We Take an Educational Approach

We believe informed patients make better decisions about their dental care. Our team will thoroughly explain any findings using easy-to-understand language and, when helpful, visual aids to show you exactly what we're seeing.

Scheduling Future Appointments

Our dental team works with your schedule to ensure you can maintain consistent dental care without disrupting your daily routine. We will work with you to:

Schedule your next routine dental cleaning and examination that is convenient for you
Plan any necessary follow-up treatments
Discuss optimal timing for family members, if applicable

What Happens After Your First Visit?

Your relationship with Dentistry at Frederick extends beyond your initial appointment.

Staying Connected

We'll provide you with a summary of your visit and a review of your treatment options or recommendations
Schedule any necessary follow-up appointments before you leave
Our team is available to answer questions that may arise after your visit

Ongoing Support

Regular check-ins about your oral health progress
Reminders for upcoming appointments
Assistance with insurance questions or CDCP coverage

Building Long-Term Dental Health

Preventive Focus: Our goal is to help you maintain optimal oral health through regular care and early intervention when needed.
Family Care Coordination: If you have family members who need dental care, we can coordinate appointments and treatments to make dental care convenient for your entire family.

Your dental health journey begins here. We're committed to making your first visit the beginning of a positive, long-term relationship focused on your oral health and overall well-being. Schedule an appointment today!