First Visit

Dr Steven Reeves and his team are always excited about meeting new patients during their first visit to our office in Des Moines, WA. Your initial appointment will consist of a thorough examination and a discussion of potential treatment options. This important visit will give us insight into your orthodontic needs.

During the initial examination for each patient, we will address the following questions that cover the basics of orthodontic treatment. We encourage you to ask questions as well.

* Have you seen your regular dentist for a thorough checkup and cleaning in the last 6 months?

* Do you have a condition that orthodontics can address?

* Is treatment needed now or should treatment be delayed until appropriate growth, tooth eruption or other factors have occurred?

* What treatment procedures will be used to correct the problem?

* Do any permanent teeth need to be removed?

* How long will treatment take?

* How much will it cost?

* What are my payment options?

While we can often answer these general questions about treatment during the initial examination, we will address specific areas after careful analysis of the diagnostic records. Dr. Reeves feels it is important to analyze each patient's specific needs, because in-depth planning leads to superior results and higher patient satisfaction.

Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your first visit:

* Any panoramic X-ray taken within the past six months. * If you have dental insurance, bring your insurance card. By providing this information at the first visit, we will be able to give you an estimate of your benefits.

* New patients will also be asked to fill out a registration form, a health history form, and sign a form that explains our policies. In order to be as efficient as possible, new patients with internet access are encouraged to print and fill out the forms before your first visit. Printable forms are available below in PDF format. Click here to download the forms.

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Dr. Steven Reeves and his orthodontic team are glad to have you as a part of our patient family in Des Moines, Wa. We look forward to seeing you soon!