re: Is This A Dentist Scam?

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I didn't understand all the reasons that he could have for scheduling 2 different appts. It makes sense. Just not something I'm used to coming from my dentist in Nola.

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They could have done a better job triaging you on your intake phone call. We normally ask when they last had a cleaning, do they have a history of gum disease, how often do you floss and the nature of their visit, broken tooth, pain or cleaning.

If the patient has had regular cleanings and no history of gum disease and they have decent home care, we usually schedule a little more time to allow xrays, exam and regular cleaning.

We also warn them that if they have gum disease they may need subsequent appts.

If it has been years since last cleaning, standard is xrays and exam with the doctor.

We also reserve their appointment with a credit card deposit (applied to first appt) to keep the tire kickers honest.