{"id":9,"date":"2019-09-03T13:33:41","date_gmt":"2019-09-03T13:33:41","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=9"},"modified":"2019-10-04T13:33:52","modified_gmt":"2019-10-04T13:33:52","slug":"first-appointment-need-a-new-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/2019\/09\/03\/first-appointment-need-a-new-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Here\u2019s What To Expect When You First Visit West Hartford Dental Group"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_77493701__1570195689_42528-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"person talking to dental receptionist\" class=\"wp-image-10\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_77493701__1570195689_42528-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_77493701__1570195689_42528-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/10\/AdobeStock_77493701__1570195689_42528.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you need a new dentist that provides you with high-quality, trustworthy care? At <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/about-us.html\">West Hartford Dental Group<\/a>, we offer comprehensive treatments that will restore the function of your mouth and keep it feeling healthy and fresh. Our practice isn\u2019t like your typical cookie cutter chain. We focus on providing custom-tailored dental care that has our patients\u2019 best interest in mind. Read on to find out what you can expect during your first visit with us. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">When You Get To Our Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you wondering what your first appointment will look like?\nAs soon as you walk into our office, you\u2019ll be greeted by one of our caring staff\nmembers. You can get a head start on filling out <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/for-patients.html#forms\">new\npatient forms by visiting our website<\/a>, that way you won\u2019t have to do it in\nour waiting room (although you certainly can). Once we receive all the necessary\ninformation, we\u2019ll take you back to one of our treatment rooms as one of our\nthree highly trained dentists makes their way there. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We offer the services of a general dentist, prosthodontist, and periodontist. That way, no matter what treatment you need, we have a highly skilled professional that can take care of you. When they arrive, they\u2019ll briefly chat with you, asking about your medical and dental history. We\u2019ll then capture X-ray images of your mouth and conduct a thorough oral examination. If we find any cavities or other health problems, we\u2019ll discuss a customized treatment plan for you to keep these issues from becoming more severe. Once they\u2019ve been taken care of, we\u2019ll professionally clean your teeth and send you on your way! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Dental Insurance<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At our practice, we focus on making dental care as affordable as possible for our patients. Dealing with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/for-patients.html\">dental insurance and different financing options<\/a> can be confusing and a hassle, which is why our team will be ready to help you if you need it. We want to maximize your benefits, so we accept virtually every PPO dental insurance plan. We\u2019ll also be more than happy to file claims on your behalf and answer any questions you may have about your coverage. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Benefits of Visiting West Hartford Dental Group<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At West Hartford Dental Group, we want each of our patients\nto feel comfortable and well-cared for as soon as they step into our practice.\nWe\u2019ll also give you all the necessary tools and knowledge you need to maintain\noptimal oral health at home. That way, you can avoid running into problems down\nthe road. Some ways we differ from your typical cookie cutter dental practice\ninclude:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>We Care!<\/strong> We\u2019ll treat your family like our\nown and provide you with reliable and personalized care. <\/li><li><strong>Flexible Financing Options.<\/strong> We offer\nadditional financing options that are custom-tailored for every budget.<\/li><li><strong>Comprehensive Dental Care.<\/strong> With a general\ndentist, board-certified prosthodontist, and certified periodontist on staff,\nwe\u2019re able to offer all basic dental services for you and your children. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Our team of dental professionals is more than excited to\nmeet you and provide your family with exceptional dental care that\u2019s\ncustom-tailored to optimize everyone\u2019s oral health. We care about your\nwellbeing and you\u2019ll be able to tell that from your very first visit! <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>About the Practice<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At West Hartford Dental Group, we offer the services of\nthree highly trained dentists. Each of them is dedicated to providing patients\nwith quality dental care that exceeds their expectations in a comfortable and\ncaring environment. We look forward to looking after you and your children\u2019s\noral health so you can enjoy happy and healthy smiles for years to come! For\nquestions or to schedule a routine checkup and cleaning, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.westhartforddentalgroup.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or\ncall 860-331-8748.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Do you need a new dentist that provides you with high-quality, trustworthy care? At West Hartford Dental Group, we offer comprehensive treatments that will restore the function of your mouth and keep it feeling healthy and fresh. 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