New Pediatric Dental Patient Information Portland
The Beginning of a Beautiful Smile
Choosing your child’s dental home is a big decision, and Portland families have relied on Dr. Pike Dentistry for Children for over 50 years. That’s because we’ve created and honed a system that consistently leads to happy kids, happy memories, and healthy smiles for years to come. To get started with us, all you have to do is schedule an appointment, and you can learn more about what to expect below.
Your First Visit
This is a very important appointment for us because it will set the tone for all of your child’s following visits. First, you’ll receive a coloring book via mail which outlines what will happen during the appointment. On the day of your visit, your child’s dentist will greet you in the waiting room.
While you talk with the dentist, your child will be introduced to one of our dental assistants who will invite them to play. They’ll use this time to seamlessly introduce your child to the various instruments that will be used during their exam and cleaning, and this will transition smoothly into the procedure itself.
For many kids, they just think it’s all part of the fun and don’t feel like they are “going to the doctor,” which is exactly what we’re striving for. It’s all over before they know it, and many kids are slow to leave because they like being with our team and feeding our animals.
Anxiety Reduction Appointments Available
For us, it’s relatively easy to help a child feel comfortable and calm if they’ve never been to the dentist before. However, if they’ve had a negative dental experience in the past, an Anxiety Reduction Appointment can help reset their expectations and calm their nerves. We follow a strict protocol to ensure we create a positive experience that leaves a lasting impression, and you can learn more about how it works by clicking the button below.
Dental Patient Forms
Rather than trying to fill out our forms while keeping an eye on your child in our reception area, you can take care of them right now and help us check you in nice and fast on the day of their appointment. Just click the button below to get started.
- HIPAA Signature
- Notice of Privacy Practices
- Get Acquainted Questionnaire
- New Patient Health History
- Financial Agreement and Policies
- All Forms
Dental Insurance
We’re happy to work with many dental insurance plans and will file claims on your behalf so that taking advantage of your benefits is easy and straightforward. Our practice is in-network with Delta Dental Premier, and our team has experience with many different providers, meaning you can trust us to help you understand your coverage so you always know what to expect.