Walking into a first consultation without knowing what’s actually going to happen makes it harder to ask the right questions. Here’s what the visit actually looks like, start to finish.
Before You Arrive
If you have recent dental records, X-rays, or photos of smiles you like, bringing them along gives the team more to work with. Patients coming from out of town can start this part virtually before ever setting foot in the office.
Check-In and Health History
Expect a review of your dental and medical history, including any medications, since that information factors into treatment planning and sedation options if those come up later.
The Smile Assessment
This is where your teeth, gums, bite, and facial proportions get evaluated together, not just your teeth in isolation. The team is looking at what’s realistic and what would actually improve your specific smile, not applying a one-size answer.
Discussing Your Goals
You’ll talk through what you want changed and why, whether that’s color, shape, gaps, or something more specific like a single damaged tooth versus your whole smile. This conversation shapes whether you’re looking at veneers, a fuller smile makeover, or something else entirely.
Pricing and Treatment Options
Once the team has a sense of your case, you’ll get a clearer picture of recommended treatment and what it costs, along with financing options if you want to spread out payment.
What You Should Walk Away With
By the end, you should have a specific treatment recommendation, a rough timeline, and pricing, not a vague “let’s see.” If something isn’t clear by the time you leave, that’s worth asking about before you go.
Starting the Process
A complimentary consultation, whether virtual or in person, is the actual first step, not a sales pitch before the real appointment.
