{"id":18,"date":"2020-07-23T23:33:00","date_gmt":"2020-07-23T23:33:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/blog\/?p=18"},"modified":"2020-08-06T23:33:59","modified_gmt":"2020-08-06T23:33:59","slug":"dentist-brooklyn-what-to-expect","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/blog\/2020\/07\/23\/dentist-brooklyn-what-to-expect\/","title":{"rendered":"Haven\u2019t Been to the Dentist in a While? Here\u2019s What You Can Expect"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignright size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019.jpg\" alt=\"Woman at dentist in Brooklyn\" class=\"wp-image-19\" width=\"319\" height=\"212\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/08\/Patient_at_Dentist__1595459253_38019-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 319px) 100vw, 319px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Are you looking to get your dental health back on track, but you haven\u2019t been to the dentist in a while? Many people in this situation feel anxious or afraid to go back. Sometimes this is powerful enough to stop them from picking up the phone and scheduling an appointment. Fortunately, your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/preventive-dentistry.html\">dentist in Brooklyn<\/a> can tell you exactly what you can expect when you come in for your next visit so you can be worry-free. Read on to learn about what your appointment will look like.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">How Long Should You Allow for Your Appointment?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you haven\u2019t been in the office for a while, it may take a little longer than usual. This is just because you will need to fill out some additional paperwork about things like your basic contact information, health history, and dental insurance if you have it. After this, your dental team will get started. You should reserve about an hour for your appointment so that there\u2019s plenty of time to get everything done.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Will My Appointment Look Like?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Your appointment will contain several different steps. Here\u2019s how each of them should go:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">X-Rays<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As soon as your paperwork is all caught up, a staff member will lead you back to have your x-rays taken. X-rays help to reveal issues like tooth decay, jawbone issues, impacted teeth, and other issues that can\u2019t be seen by the naked eye. The process is quick and doesn\u2019t require much discomfort at all. The technician will place a lead apron over your chest and situate an x-ray sensor in your mouth. You will be instructed when to bite down. This only takes a few seconds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Checkup<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>After your x-rays are complete, your dental team will complete an exam. At this time, you can address any issues or concerns that you\u2019re having. All while in a comfortable reclined position, your mouth will be checked for gum disease, tooth decay, and even early signs of oral cancer. Your dentist will let you know about any abnormalities and other findings so you will understand what\u2019s going on.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Ask Questions<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Your dental team will be happy to answer any questions that you may have. Whether it be about any issues you\u2019ve been having or to have better knowledge about how to take care of your smile, you can expect a comprehensive answer to any of your questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Next Time<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>At the end of your appointment, a member of your dental staff will help you to make an appointment for next time. This way you can continue to keep up with your dental health in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s never too late to get on top of your oral health. Your dentist in Brooklyn is ready to help you through every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ralphavenuedental.com\/meet-dr-danielle-damato.html\">Dr. Danielle D\u2019Amato<\/a> is a general dentist serving the Brooklyn area. She earned her Doctor of Dental Surgery at Ohio State University College of Dentistry. She has expanded her skills to include surgery, cosmetics, and implantology. Dr. D\u2019Amato works alongside a periodontist, endodontist, and orthodontist as well as two other general dentists. This way, patients can get everything they need at one convenient location. 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