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Welcome to Metropolitan Pediatric Dental Associates: First Visit Guide

Everything you need to know to ensure a comfortable and efficient first visit.

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Preparing for your first appointment

We aim to make this a seamless experience from the moment you step into our practice.


Personalized consultation

Meet with our dental team to discuss your child’s oral health history, concerns, and goals.

Comprehensive examination

Undergo a thorough dental exam, including checks for any signs of decay, gum disease, and other oral health issues.

Dental cleaning

Receive a professional cleaning to remove plaque and tartar, leaving their mouth fresh and clean.

Treatment plan discussion

Review and discuss a personalized treatment plan tailored to their specific dental needs.

Ensuring a successful first visit

Learn how to avoid common pitfalls and make the initial appointment as smooth as possible.

To make the most of your child’s first visit, ensure you bring all necessary documentation, such as insurance information and medical history forms.

Tardy Policy

If you are going to be more than 10 minutes late for your appointment, we request that you call our office. If the schedule allows, the appointment time will simply be shifted to accommodate the delay. However, if the tardiness can’t be handled, we may request you reschedule your appointment. We work diligently to stay on schedule and suggest that you arrive 5 to 10 minutes prior to your appointment time to allow time for any necessary paperwork. Patients who are consistently tardy will be asked to seek dental care elsewhere.

Appointment Cancellation Policy

Your appointment time is reserved exclusively for you. We reserve the right to charge patients who do not reschedule with adequate notice, or who fail to show up for their scheduled appointments. Patients who have missed multiple appointments will be asked to seek dental care elsewhere.

To respect the needs of other patients, we require that you contact our office to reschedule at least 24 hours prior to your scheduled appointment time. Appointments are in high demand and your early cancellation will give another patient the opportunity to be treated. To cancel an appointment, please call our office. If you do not reach an office representative, you may leave a voicemail. You may not cancel an appointment via email.

Plan your visit

Make sure you have everything you need and get your questions answered prior to your first visit.

Patient resources

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Braces Orthodontics

Foods to Avoid with Braces

Sticking to foods that won't damage your braces.

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Braces Orthodontics

Common Problems with Braces and How to Solve Them

Braces can bring up challenges but there are effective ways to solve some of the common issues.

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New Patients Preventative Care Restorative Care

Oral Health and Nutrition: Connecting Diet to Dental Well-being

How your child's diet has an impact on their oral health, impacting their teeth and gums.