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What to Expect on Your First Visit to Oakland Periodontal

Our initial appointment will consist of any necessary X-rays, diagnosis and a consultation regarding your treatment options. If you are in extreme pain, we will do our best to see you, on most occasions, the same day that you call. We will make every effort to relieve your pain through emergency treatment, and then schedule you for the necessary follow-ups.

Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your consultation:

  • Your referral slip and any X-rays if applicable
  • A list of medications you are presently taking

If you have dental insurance, bring your current insurance card. If you don’t have one, we will need the subscriber number, group number, and phone number. This will save time and allow us to help you in the processing of your claim.

IMPORTANT:

All patients under the age of 18 years must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the consultation visit.

Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to treatment (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) or if you are on any medication (i.e. heart medications, aspirin, anticoagulant therapy, etc.).

X-Rays

If your dentist or physician has taken X-rays, please have them forwarded to our office as they may be helpful in our diagnosis. A digital radiograph can be emailed to us. If additional films are necessary, they can be taken at our facility.

Let’s get started

Shadyside Office
5750 Centre Avenue, Suite 380
Pittsburgh, PA, 15206
Phone: (412) 681-6552
[email protected]

Upper St. Clair Office
1720 Washington Road, Suite 212
Upper St. Clair, PA 15241
Phone: (412) 833-0100
[email protected]