What to Expect at Your First Visit to Scruggs Family Dentistry in Shreveport.
Your first visit is all about you – your comfort, your happiness, and your health.
During your first visit, we will:
- Review your dental and medical history forms
- Take X-rays of your teeth and mouth
- Doctor performs exam
- Clean and polish your teeth, checking your teeth and gums for any cavities or early signs of tooth decay or gingivitis
- After your checkup and teeth cleaning are complete, the doctor will meet with you to discuss your X-rays, help you create your own individual treatment plan, and answer any questions that you may have.
Bring your smile, but also remember to bring these with you to your first appointment:
- If you are a new patient, please download and fill out the electronic form (click links below), before your first appointment. Bring printed copies with you to your first visit! Having forms completed before you come in will help us to ensure you are seen in a timely manner.
- New Patient Forms
- Practice Policies
- Your insurance card
- We understand that you have a busy schedule, so when you’re preparing to visit the dentist, please remember that your appointments can last between 45 and 90 minutes.
Financial Information
- The cost of your treatment will vary depending on your individual needs and treatment plan. We will discuss with you the cost of your treatment and each of your available payment options before you begin, so that you can make the best choice for you.
- Your smile is yours forever, and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to receive the best dental care when you need it.
Our practice accepts most major credit cards and insurance plans.
- Our office staff is always available to help you with insurance claims and paperwork. We’ll work with your insurance provider to make sure that your coverage meets your needs and your budget.
- Please let us know if you have any questions about your insurance coverage.
A Few of the PPO Dental Insurance Companies Accepted – Call For More Information!
