Patient Information
The team at Dustin M. Deering, D.D.S. is committed to providing excellent dental care in a comfortable environment where patients can relax and feel at ease. Here you will find information on what to expect during your first appointment.
Contact Us
We are happy to hear from you, answer your questions, and schedule an appointment. Call Dustin M. Deering, D.D.S. at 760-230-0655 or stop by our office.
4401 Manchester Ave Ste 203
Encinitas, CA 92024
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New Patients
It is easy to make an appointment for your initial examination and dental treatments. Call 760-230-0655 to speak with a team member.
Office Visits
YOUR FIRST VISIT
Your first visit to our office typically includes X-rays that allows us to view the structure of the jaw, the position of any teeth that have not yet erupted, malformed roots, and tooth decay. You will receive a thorough oral examination, an oral cancer screening and diagnostic photographs.
The initial visit involves a review of your medical history. When you share your medical history, be sure to provide complete, up-to-date information on your health. Inform our office if you have experienced a recent hospitalization or surgery, or if you have been ill. Also tell us the names of any medications or over-the-counter products you may be taking.
REGULAR CHECKUPS
We encourage regular checkups for individuals age three and up. Regular checkups are important to:
Regular checkups include a thorough cleaning and polishing, and an oral exam by the doctor. During the oral exam, your doctor will check the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks, and tongue, and inspect your existing fillings and restorations. Constant pressure from chewing, grinding, or clenching can cause them to wear away, chip, or crack.
Regular checkup appointments typically take about 45 minutes. Patients are seen by appointment only. We make every effort to be on time for our patients, and we ask that you extend the same courtesy to us. If you cannot keep an appointment, please notify us immediately.
Financial Information
The cost of your treatment may vary depending on your individual needs and treatment plan. During your visit, we'll discuss the cost of your treatment, and each of your available payment plan options with you, so you are able to make the best choice for you, your smile, and your family.
INSURANCE
Your smile is yours forever, and we want to make it as easy as possible for you to receive the best care whenever you need it.
Our practice accepts most major credit cards and insurance plans.
Our office staff is always available to help you with insurance claims and paperwork. We’ll work with your insurance provider and make sure you understand your insurance benefits.
Payment Methods – Check or Cash Accepted
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Making an Appointment
It is easy to make an appointment for your initial examination and dental treatments with Dustin M. Deering, D.D.S.. Simply call 760-230-0655 and one of our friendly team members will be happy to assist you. If you schedule an appointment and something comes up, please call and cancel 24 hours in advance so that we can accommodate other patient requests.
What to Expect
Walk into our lobby where you will be greeted by our friendly team. We will provide you with new patient paperwork that includes a health questionnaire, request for your insurance information and contact information. We will also provide you with information to familiarize you with our office and how we handle things like patient privacy.
Initial Examination
Your initial dental exam will take around one hour. The experienced team at Dustin M. Deering, D.D.S. will ask you questions, get to know your oral hygiene routine, and listen to your health concerns. We believe in educating patients and empowering them to make good choices to improve their oral health. We will demonstrate how to properly care for your teeth and make additional suggestions as needed. Our dental hygienist will clean your teeth then Dr. Deering will complete your examination and make recommendations for proposed dental treatments.
Pain Concerns
We work to ensure our patients feel comfortable, and that includes minimizing their pain as much as possible. If you are undergoing a dental procedure, Dr. Deering will meet with you to discuss your pain tolerance and create a plan for pain management. Working together, we will treat your dental health problems in a way that minimizes pain and enables you to get back to your life faster.
Dental Insurance
We accept a variety of insurance providers and endeavor to accommodate our patients' request. Please call our office at 760-230-0655 to see if we are currently working with your insurance provider.
Our pricing structure is designed to ensure that patients are able to receive the high quality dental care they deserve. If your dental insurance will not cover all of your dental treatments, we will work with you to identify a payment solution. We are health care professionals first and will work with you to make sure you receive the treatment you need.
Financial Policy
Dustin M. Deering, D.D.S. provides high quality dental care to families throughout the Encinitas area. We understand that every dental patient has different financial needs. We will work with you to find a solution that enables you to get the dental care you need, with or without insurance. Call our office to ask about our different payment options that may include cash, check, financing, and credit cards. We provide budget friendly dental care so call today and learn how Dustin M. Deering, D.D.S. is the solution to all of your oral health needs.