From the minute you schedule your first appointment, to meeting Dr. Sulken and our friendly, caring team, you will notice that our practice is different.
At Dr. Sulken’s office, we care about our patient relationships. Your first visit to our office is important to both you and us. For you, we know coming to the dentist can be nerve-wracking. It is important to us that you feel comfortable and are fully satisfied with the care you will receive when visiting Timothy P. Sulken, D.D.S. If you have any questions regarding your first visit, please feel free to contact us.
Your first visit will begin with one of our four long term hygienists or one of our two expanded function dental assistants.
Our team of hygienists and expanded function dental assistants have a combined 125 years providing first class dental care. We want you to feel like your dental care is in the best hands. Our team will want to learn about you and discuss your dental history with you. At this time you can also discuss any fears or concerns you may have with your oral health or prior dental care and tell us what you expect from our team. This conversation will allow us to provide the best care for you so you can have the healthiest teeth, gums, and mouth possible.
After your initial conversation with Dr. Sulken and his team, Dr. Sulken will examine the health of your teeth and mouth.
Additionally, x-rays may be taken at this time if there are no recent x-rays of your mouth available. After your x-rays have been screened, Dr. Sulken will do a screening for head and neck cancer. The final screening you will receive is for gum disease, the leading cause of tooth loss in adults. Dr. Sulken wants to make sure that both you and your teeth are in good shape. Your overall oral health and wellness is a big step in achieving good overall health.
If your screenings determine a follow up consultation is needed, it will be scheduled free of charge.
Your follow-up appointment will be at a time that allows Dr. Sulken to review the clinical information and develop a treatment plan specifically for you. The consultation appointment will give you an opportunity to ask questions regarding your ailments, treatments and any concerns you may have.
Often you will not receive a cleaning during your first visit.
This is extremely common: Dr. Sulken and his staff want to learn about your and your mouth before they start treating you. Dr. Sulken will put together a treatment plan for you following your initial visit. This treatment plan will be implemented at your follow-up appointment and begin you on your way to a happy and healthy smile.