Patient Concerns

Patient Concerns

Patient Education

We find that patients are more comfortable when they know what to expect at every step of a proposed treatment. It is important to us to take the time to address your individual dental concerns and questions.

Our goal is that you are completely informed concerning your condition and any treatment that will be performed.

Patient Safety

We adhere to the highest professional standards of cleanliness, sterilization, and radiation control, going well beyond standard safety requirements. Our staff regularly attend safety seminars and continuing education classes to stay up to date on the latest and most advanced techniques.

Sterilization

We know that preventing the spread of infectious disease is critical and have spared no expense in meeting and exceeding all of the guidelines set by OSHA, the ADA, the CDC and the State of California.

Pre-medication

Patients with certain medical conditions (e.g. valvular heart conditions, artificial joints) may need to pre-medicate with antibiotics before certain treatments. We do this with your safety in mind. Please inform us if you have a condition that might require pre-medication.

Special Equipment

Low Radiation Digital X-Rays
Digital X-Rays are taken with very low radiation. They require less time to process than traditional X-Rays, and can be digitally enhanced or enlarged to aid the dentist in treatment planning.

Intraoral Camera
With an intraoral camera, we can help you better understand what is happening in your mouth. Using up-close imagery of your mouth on a computer screen your dentist can show you exactly what the problem is and better explain their recommendations.

Computerized Charting
Digital charting is a efficient means of tracking a patient’s dental history.  It also provides high-quality visual aids for patients to view changes in their dental health.  Rather than relying on general charts and models we can explain the diagnosis and treatment options using specific information.