New Patients – No referral, no judgement, no surprises. Here is exactly what happens at a first appointment, what to bring, and how long it takes.
Your first visit at Yours Dental Hygiene is about 60 to 75 minutes. We start with a short health history, then your hygienist assesses your teeth, gums and soft tissues, takes X-rays if needed, and explains what they see. In most cases the cleaning happens the same visit. If there is heavy buildup or gum disease, we may plan a second visit so nothing is rushed.
You leave with clean teeth, a clear picture of your oral health, and a written plan and estimate for anything further.
Health history and medications. Oral cancer screening of the lips, cheeks, tongue and neck. Periodontal charting to measure your gums. Digital X-rays if due. Scaling above and below the gumline, then polishing and fluoride. Home-care coaching tailored to what we found. Booking your next visit at the right interval.
Tell us about sensitivity, anxiety or anything that has made past visits hard. We adapt.
Bring your dental insurance card or CDCP letter, government photo ID, a list of medications, and any recent X-rays from a previous office if you have them. If you would like us to request records from your former dentist, bring their name and we will handle it.
Arrive five minutes early to complete a short intake form, or ask us to email it in advance.
A first visit is billed as an assessment plus the cleaning codes you need. Most plans and the CDCP cover both. If you are paying privately:
Whether it has been six months or ten years, the first visit follows the same steps. If it has been a long time:
You are ready when:
Our clinic is at 5145 55 Ave NW in southeast Edmonton, off Whitemud Drive at 50 Street, with free parking at the door.
