Your First Visit
What to expect as a new patient
We look forward to meeting you!
Your First Visit
What to expect as a new patient.
Whether you are a regular dental patient, or it’s your first time back to see a dentist in years, we want to welcome you! What we hear from many new patients who have not been regular, is that they were embarrassed to come in because it had been so long. Please, do not feel embarrassed! This is what we are here for. Feel free to read more below about what the first visit usually entails.
On your first visit, you can expect to spend about one to two hours with us. Depending on the number of concerns you have, we may schedule more time for discussion. We will complete a comprehensive oral exam, which includes all necessary X-rays and intraoral photographs. We will then spend time reviewing your medical and dental history and invite you to share all questions and concerns you may have regarding your oral health. Afterwards, we will review our findings in detail. We will identify all concerns by showing you the relevant X-rays and photographs. If treatment is required, we will explain the available options and make a recommendation based on your unique situation. At Ruby Family Dentistry we take pride in the thorough communication we provide our patients. We want to you be an active participant in your oral health and understand all presented treatment.
Many people will be due for a cleaning that we will typically complete the same day. If you do not need a cleaning at that time, we will reserve a spot for you in the future and give you an appointment card before you leave. Prior to your first visit, we ask that you read through and fill out our new patient paperwork. Completing these forms in advance will save you time in our office and provide us critical information such as your health history and insurance information. We look forward to meeting you soon!
Please call Ruby Family Dentistry today at (978)-463-3321 to learn more about your first dental visit in Newburyport, Massachusetts, and to schedule an appointment with our dentists, Dr. Michelle Abate and Dr. Robert Ruby.
Welcome to the family
At Ruby Family Dentistry, we treat everyone like family. With our caring dentists and team, we hope to help everyone smile a little more by offering personalized care to meet their smile goals. Feel free to reach out to us today if you have any questions or would like to meet with Dr. Michelle Abate or Dr. Robert Ruby. We look forward to caring for you!