Q: What should I bring to my first dental visit? A: You should bring the following items with you to your first exam: Health insurance card and dental insurance information. Any x-rays you have had taken in the past 5 years. Any names of dental specialists (periodontist, orthodontist, endodontist, etc) you are currently seeing or have seen before. A list of all prescription and non-prescription medications you are currently taking or have taken recently. Completed welcome and health history form if possible. Q: Will dental treatment hurt? A: We use topical and local anesthetics and offer nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to ensure the comfort of our patients. In special cases, we can premedicate prior to dental appointments if necessary. Q: How do I pay for dental services? A: We accept most insurance. We also accept cash, checks and credit cards. We will work with your insurance to help maximize your dental benefits.