Questions About Your First Appointment?
We’re here to help. Taking great care of you begins with helping you prepare for your first appointment. Here’s what you need to get started.
What Forms ShouldI fill out?
The last thing you want to do when you arrive for your first appointment is spend time filling out paperwork.
To avoid this, please download and fill out this form on your computer and email it to us at: INFO@AKRONSMILE.COM
Payment Options
For your convenience, we accept multiple forms of payment. If you have questions regarding your bill, we’re always happy to help.
- Most major credit cards, including Visa, MasterCard, and Discover
- Personal checks and cash
- We accept most major dental insurances. However, we have many patients who choose to visit us, even when we are out of network.
- At this time, we do not accept Medicaid, Molina or CareSource
Financing Options
Sometimes, patients require an affordable financing plan to pay for their treatment. We are pleased to offer patients the ability to finance through CareCredit. The program offers a customized 12-month interest-free payment plan. Our team is happy to help you navigate the application and approval process.
Whether you’re using insurance, paying cash or financing through Care Credit, payment won’t be an obstacle to your care. We’ll work with you to make whatever arrangement works.
What Are Others Asking?
In case you have questions we haven’t answered, here are some our first-time patients often ask, along with some simple responses.
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What do I need to bring to my first appointment?
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In order to avoid a longer waiting time that involves filling out paperwork, you should fill out your New Patient Forms prior to your visit. These forms can be found above, and can be brought into the office at the time of your appointment.
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If an issue is found during my first exam, will it be taken care of the same day?
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Our staff will do everything we can to eliminate the need for a return visit and can take care of most needs in a single appointment.
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How long will my first appointment last?
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Each appointment can vary slightly in length, but each patient’s first appointment will take approximately 1 hour.
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What can I expect during my first dental checkup?
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When you come in for a general appointment, we will review your medical and dental history. Following our review, we will conduct a thorough dental cleaning and a comprehensive exam.
Our team will then share our recommended treatment plan and schedule your next appointment.
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What are my options for payment?
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At Petry & Walton, we accept most major credit cards, personal checks, cash, and some forms of dental insurance. Learn more about these options here.
If you are planning on using dental insurance, please call your provider to see if we are in their network.
Want to Connect with Us?
Have a question we’ve not addressed?
Don’t hesitate to contact us. We want to be sure you’re fully informed and ready before your first visit.