1. Say hello
Call (818) 343-9119 to request an appointment. Tell the team whether the visit is for you or your child and share the main reason for your visit.
Your first visit
Let’s make getting started simple.
2. Prepare your forms
Separate adult and child new-patient forms are available below. Complete the appropriate form before your visit. Call the office to confirm how to deliver completed forms and sensitive health information.
3. Bring what matters
Have your insurance information, medication list, relevant dental history and questions ready. Ask whether previous dental records or X-rays would be helpful.
Insurance questions
The practice’s FAQ states that it can bill dental insurance. Contact the team to check your specific policy and any expected out-of-pocket costs; coverage is not guaranteed.
Plan together
Use your appointment to discuss concerns, available options, anticipated costs and next steps.
Preparing ahead
Please complete your forms before your appointment. Call the office to confirm when and how to return them securely.
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Here for parents, too
A little preparation. A more confident visit.
Explore first-visit guidance, everyday prevention, oral habits and questions about costs.
From the first call to a clear care plan
Tell us the reason for your visit
When scheduling, explain whether the visit is a routine checkup, a new dental concern, a second discussion about treatment or a consultation about your smile. Mention whether you are arranging an appointment for a child or adult and whether there are timing considerations. This helps the office explain the next appropriate step.
Keep your health history current
A medication or health change since your last dental visit may matter. Bring a current list rather than relying on memory, and include allergies and previous reactions. Tell the office if another healthcare professional has given instructions that could affect dental care. Ask how relevant records should be delivered before sending them.
Understand what happens next
After the examination, ask for the findings in plain language. If treatment is suggested, clarify its purpose, available alternatives and likely sequence. Ask which concerns need priority and which can be monitored. A written treatment estimate gives you a way to review the recommendation and plan financially.
Before you leave
Confirm the recommended return interval and any follow-up appointment. Ask what to do if symptoms change or if you have trouble following instructions. Make sure the office has your current phone number, email and insurance information. Keep copies of documents and instructions you receive.
A little more clarity
Questions families ask
Can I complete forms before arriving?
Yes. Adult and child registration forms are available as downloads. Call to confirm how and when completed forms should be returned.
Can I email completed health forms?
Confirm the office’s current approved delivery method before sending sensitive information. Do not assume ordinary email is the preferred channel.
What if I have several concerns?
List them when scheduling and bring a written copy. Ask which can be addressed during the planned visit and whether a separate consultation would help.
Your next appointment
A quick checklist before you leave home.
Keep the essentials together so your visit can focus on the reason you came.
Prepare for Your Visit →This checklist stays on this page only; it does not submit information.
Insurance & costs
Make room for the money questions.
Bring your insurance information and ask about billing arrangements before your appointment. A treatment estimate should help explain the proposed fees and your expected portion.
Understand Insurance & Costs →Before starting care, clarify:
- What the estimate includes
- Which benefits need confirmation
- What you may owe
- Which payment arrangements are available