Your First Visit
When you visit our office for the first time, we will talk about your smile and examine your teeth. Dr. Astuto will create a care plan for your specific needs and walk you through the timeline of your treatment so you know exactly what to expect. Throughout your orthodontic journey, we will send personalized content right when you need it, keeping you informed at every step. If you have questions, we recommend writing them down beforehand so we can address them all during your visit.
Prepare For Your First Appointment
Please arrive a few minutes early to your consultation appointment, especially if you do not complete the new patient registration forms online ahead of time.
What to Bring
Before your appointment, you can complete new patient registration forms online. If you do not submit these forms ahead of time, we ask that you arrive a few minutes early to your appointment to complete them. Please bring these items with you to your first appointment:
- Medical and/or dental insurance information
- List of current medications
- Valid photo ID (e.g., driver’s license)
- Referral forms, if applicable
- Dental X-rays
- Form of payment
Parents of Minors
Patients under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to the consultation appointment.
What to Expect
During your first visit, we will examine your teeth, mouth, and jaws. We will ask if you have difficulties chewing or swallowing and if you experience pain or clicking of the jaw joint. Dr. Astuto will create your customized treatment plan and walk you through the timeline of your care. Our staff will provide you with a cost estimate, go over your payment and financing options, and answer any questions you may have.