Painless dentistry
Dr. Dan specializes in painless dentistry. We use a conservative approach and modern technique so treatment is as comfortable as it can be.
Patient Info
Your first visit is all about you
Your comfort, your happiness, and your health. We know a dental visit can feel stressful — for you or for your child — so we take the time to explain everything and move at your pace.
- Minutes per visit
- 45–90Minutes per visit
- Months recommended
- Every 6Months recommended
- Languages spoken
- 3Languages spoken
Our Commitment
Safe, gentle, high-quality care
Our practice is committed to providing you and your family with safe, gentle, high-quality dental care. We understand that you, or your child, may feel anxious about visiting the dentist.
We are sensitive to your needs, and it is our goal to make you feel comfortable visiting our practice while providing the best care possible. If something is uncomfortable, say so — we would rather slow down than have you dread coming back.
What to Expect
At your first visit
A first appointment is mostly about gathering a complete picture of your mouth so the doctor can give you honest, specific recommendations.
- 1
We review your history
We go through your medical and dental history forms together, including any medications you take and past dental work that still bothers you.
- 2
We take x-rays
Digital x-rays of your teeth and mouth show us decay, bone levels, and problems developing below the gumline that an exam alone cannot reveal.
- 3
We perform a periodontal exam
We check that your gums adhere tightly to your teeth and confirm that no periodontal disease or bone loss is occurring.
- 4
You meet with the doctor
The doctor reviews your x-rays with you, builds an individual treatment plan, and answers every question you have before anything is scheduled.
Come Prepared
What to bring with you
Bring your smile — but these two things help us get you seen on time.
- Your completed patient information form
- Your insurance card
Plan Your Day
How long it takes
We understand that you have a busy schedule.
Please plan for your appointment to last between 45 and 90 minutes. Routine cleanings are on the shorter end; first visits and treatment appointments take longer because we are gathering records and talking through options.
The American Dental Association recommends visiting your dentist every six months for regular checkups and routine teeth cleanings to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Regular checkups are an important part of maintaining a healthy smile — most problems we catch early are quick and inexpensive to fix.
Made Easy
Small things that make a real difference
Three languages
Our team speaks English, Spanish, and Portuguese, so you can discuss your care in the language you are most comfortable with.
The whole family
We treat infants, toddlers, teens, and adults — and will book family appointments back to back so you only make one trip.
No insurance? No problem
Smile Beautiful Wellness covers your preventive care for one low yearly fee with no deductible and no waiting period.
Honest recommendations
We will tell you when something can be watched instead of treated. You will never be pressured into work you do not need.
Online forms and scheduling
Fill out your paperwork and manage appointments through our patient portal before you ever walk in the door.
Questions
Before your first appointment
- How long will my dental appointment take?
- Plan for 45 to 90 minutes. A routine cleaning and exam sits at the shorter end, while a first visit that includes x-rays, a periodontal exam, and a treatment planning conversation with the doctor runs longer.
- How often should I come in for a checkup?
- The American Dental Association recommends visiting your dentist every six months for regular checkups and routine cleanings to keep your teeth and gums healthy. Some patients with gum disease or a high cavity risk benefit from more frequent visits.
- What dental insurance do you accept?
- We are an in-network provider for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield and file claims with most other PPO plans as a courtesy. Bring your insurance card to your first visit and our front desk will verify your benefits before treatment begins.
- What if I do not have dental insurance?
- Ask about Smile Beautiful Wellness, our in-house dental assistance program. It covers your yearly preventive care for one low fee with no deductible, no yearly maximum, and no waiting period, plus a 15% courtesy fee schedule on restorative work.
- I am nervous about the dentist. Can you help?
- Yes. Dr. Dan specializes in painless dentistry and our whole team is sensitive to dental anxiety. Tell us when you book and at your visit — we will explain each step before we begin, go at your pace, and stop whenever you need a break.
- Do you see children?
- We do. We treat patients of every age, from infants and toddlers through grandparents, and we are happy to schedule family appointments back to back so you only make one trip.
Get Started
Ready when you are
New patients can begin scheduling right from our portal, or call the office and our staff will find a time that works.
Request an Appointment
Our friendly staff will work with your schedule
Tell us what you need and when you are free. We will find a time that fits and confirm it with you.