First Visit

Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Occasionally, surgery can be performed the same day as the consultation. However, a complex medical history or treatment plan may require an evaluation and a second appointment to provide treatment on another day.

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

• Your surgical referral slip and any x-rays if applicable.
• A list of medications you are presently taking.
• If you have medical or dental insurance, please provide us this info prior to your appointment day so we can verify your coverage and provide you with an estimate. Please, bring these cards to your visit as well. If scheduled for same-day surgery, insurance information will be required ahead of time so we may provide you with an estimate. This will save time and allow us to help you process any claims.

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

A preoperative consultation and physical examination is mandatory for patients undergoing IV anesthesia for surgery. Please have nothing to eat or drink eight hours prior to your surgery if you are planning for IV sedation. You will also need an adult to drive you home.

Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to surgery (such as diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) or if you are currently taking any medications (such as heart medications, anticoagulant therapy, bisphosphonates etc.). If you take medications on a daily basis, Drs. Yazbak or Mills may tailor your normal morning medication regimen based on your individual needs.

X-Rays

If your dentist or physician has taken x-rays you may request that they forward them to our office. If there is not enough time, please pick them up and bring them to our office. If additional films are necessary they can be taken at our facility.