New Patient Wellness Exam
Your first visit,
made thoughtful,
comfortable, and clear.
We take time to understand your goals, look at the full picture of your oral health, and walk you through what matters now, what is preventive, and what can be phased over time.
What to expect
A thoughtful first visit
to understand your health.
Your New Patient Wellness Exam is designed to give you a complete picture of your oral health, how it connects to your goals, and what steps matter most.
Before your visit
A few simple steps
before you arrive.
Completing your forms ahead of time helps us prepare for you and keeps your first visit feeling smooth and unhurried.
Complete your online new patient forms before your appointment.
Upload your dental insurance card if you would like us to help you understand and use your benefits when possible.
Send recent x-rays to info@risesmiles.com if available, or we can request them for you.
Plan for about 90 minutes so we have time to understand your health, goals, and next step.
How we look at your health
Five areas,
one clear picture.
We organize your exam into five areas so the information feels clear instead of overwhelming.
Gums & Bone
Inflammation, bleeding, bone support, and periodontal risk.
Teeth
Decay, cracks, old restorations, pH, and sensitivity.
Bite
Wear, clenching, TMJ concerns, bite stability, and alignment.
Smile
Shape, color, confidence, and smile goals.
Wellness
Sleep, breathing, dry mouth, habits, and health clues.
During your visit
What happens when
you’re here.
We gather the information needed to understand your health, answer your questions, and guide your next step.
01
Welcome and comfort setup
We confirm your forms, review your comfort preferences, and help you feel settled.
02
Health and goals review
A team member reviews your medical history, medications, dental history, goals, and main concerns.
03
Records and exam
We gather appropriate diagnostic records and complete your New Patient Wellness Exam.
04
Clear explanation
The doctor walks you through the findings using imaging, scans, photos, and simple language.
05
First-step planning
We identify what matters first, what can be phased, and what can be monitored.
06
Financial and scheduling guidance
Before treatment is scheduled, we review estimates, payment options, membership when appropriate, and your next step.
A note about cleanings
Cleaning time is reserved when your gum health supports it.
Many patients receive a cleaning at their first visit, and we reserve time for it within your 90-minute exam when appropriate. If we find signs of periodontal disease, active inflammation, or bone loss, we may recommend a more appropriate type of hygiene therapy instead and will explain why before scheduling your next step.
After your visit
You leave with
a clear next step.
Our goal is for you to understand where things stand, what matters first, and how care can be phased when appropriate.
A clear next step and scheduling guidance.
An understanding of what matters first and how care can be phased when appropriate.
Follow-up support from the doctor or care coordinator for larger or more complex plans.
Membership guidance if it may support your preventive care.
Start with clarity
We’ll help you
understand your health
and your next step.
Your first visit is designed to feel thoughtful, comfortable, and clear.