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Your First Visit:
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Welcome
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Thank you for choosing our dental practice to help you maintain good oral health.
We appreciate your trust and confidence.
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We are here to render caring ,quality dental care ,promptly and professionally ,in
a pleasant and friendly atmosphere.Our success depends upon our doing this well.We
put the patient first in all we do.We aspire to consistently high standards of excellence
and patient satisfaction.
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Our site provides important information that will help you become familiar with
our practice. It also contains answers to frequently asked questions. Please feel
free to call us anytime. We appreciate this opportunity to introduce ourselves and
look forward to providing you with quality dental care.
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We want you to know that in our office you can expect to be treated with respect
at all times. We strive to deliver the best diagnosis and treatment that dentistry
has to offer. We believe that these goals can be met through a continuous and open
dialogue between you and our entire team.
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General Consultation
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Your Initial Appointment Will Usually Consist of a Complete Evaluation Including:
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Our philosophy is to spend as much time as necessary learning about every new patient's
oral health, prior to making treatment decisions. For more complex cases, a second
appointment is necessary to further discuss alternatives.
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On occasion, for more complex needs, a second appointment may be necessary to review
and further discuss treatment alternatives. If this is done, treatment options and
associated costs are clearly spelled out before any treatment is started.
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A dental ‘cleaning’ is typically not done at this initial visit. It is important
that we assess the current periodontal status in order to determine what type of
dental ‘cleaning’ is needed. In this way we can schedule the time that is needed
in order to provide for a proper cleaning
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We encourage you to involve yourself in your own treatment throughout our relationship.
We also would like to know from you what you desire from us as your dental care
provider. In our opinion, an informed and involved client is most likely to achieve
the highest level of health. We look forward to working with you to achieve this
goal.
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Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your initial
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- Any duplicate x-rays if applicable
- A list of medications you are presently taking
- This will save time and allow us to help process any claims.
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We May advise Dental X- Ray
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Dental X- Ray may be necessary as a part of your examination. Among other
things ,dental X – Ray can help to assess tooth decay and Periodontal disease. In
Childrens the X – Rays are used to to evaluate the growth and development of the
mouth.
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As a part of your visit, we will teach you the best way to keep your mouth healthy.
We will review your brushing and flossing techniques, discuss good dietary habits
and may suggest additional tools to help keep your mouth clean. Keeping your teeth
clean is the most important thing that you can do to prevent tooth decay and periodontal
disease.
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IMPORTANT: All patients under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at
the first visit.
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Your child’s first dental visit
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Your child’s first dental visit can take place as early as the first tooth appears
through the gum. How do you know when this will take place?
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- The first baby teeth that come into the mouth are the two bottom front teeth, approximately
6-8 months of age.
- Next to follow will be the 4 upper front teeth
- All the other teeth will appear periodically and usually in pairs along the jaw
until the child is about 2 ½ years old. At this time they will have their
first 20 teeth.
- Between the ages of 5 and 6 the first permanent teeth will appear. Some permanent
teeth replace baby teeth and some do not.
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It is important to remember that the dental health of baby teeth is very important
as they not only hold space for permanent teeth but they are important for chewing,
biting, speech and appearance.
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What should I tell my child about the first dental visit?
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- Take your child for a “preview” or online tour of our office.
- Read books with them about going to the dentist.
- Review our online educational software module created specially for children.
- Speak positively about your own dental experience.
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This first visit is usually short and involves very little treatment. We may
ask that you sit in the dental chair and hold your child during the examination.
The dentist will gently examine your child’s teeth and gums. X-Rays may be
taken (to reveal decay or to check on the progress of your child’s permanent teeth
under the gums.)
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When will my child need to schedule regular dental visits?
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As children begin to grow and completely develop their first primary teeth, we will
clean your child’s teeth and apply topical fluoride to help protect the teeth against
decay. We will also determine if your child is receiving adequate fluoride
at home and begin to schedule for regular recare visits. And most importantly,
we will review with you how to help clean and care for your child’s teeth.
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First Visit For Adults |
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Your initial appointment will consist of a comprehensive oral examination and oral
cancer examination, periodontal charting, and any necessary x-rays will be taken.
For adults, we will have a consultation time to discuss treatment needed, including
what “type” of cleaning you will need and how much time to reserve for you in our
schedule (adults will not have their teeth cleaned this day).
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Adults can expect to be here for approximately 30 – 40 minutes. We
also will give you estimates on any determined treatment. Children and teens
will have their teeth cleaned this day and can expect to be here from 20-30 minutes
depending on age. A parent and/or guardian must accompany the child so we
may go over any needed treatment. Please alert the office if you have ever had,
or currently have, a heart murmur, rheumatic fever, mitral valve prolapse or artificial
joints, you may need to be pre- medicated for any dental appointment. |
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Infection controls and universal precautions protect clients and staff alike. Everyone
benefits from rigorous infection control — you, your dentist, and the dental team.
The cornerstone in a good and safe dental practice is the element of trust. You
should feel free to discuss this topic with Doctors and receive a straightforward
answer.
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Financial Policy
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For your convenience we accept Visa, MasterCard,. We deliver the finest care at
the most reasonable cost to our patients, therefore payment is due at the time service
is rendered. Payment plans are available through Care Credit. If you have questions
regarding your account, please contact us at 291 22 2364 3344 and + 91 22 2363 665.
Many times, a simple telephone call will clear any misunderstandings.
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Computerized Records |
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Traditional dental records have many drawbacks. They can be lost or misplaced. If
an x-ray is placed in the wrong chart, it is as good as gone. Also, according to
studies, paper dental charts can become contaminated with bacteria over their lifetime
as they travel from the file cabinet to the dental operatory.
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Computerized records, on the other hand, have many advantages. It is virtually impossible
to lose record.
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As digital records are stored on a secure server and they are backed up daily, they
are never lost. The data can be reviewed in the dental operatory, the doctor’s private
office or remotely should you have an emergency.
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A digital records cannot be contaminated with bacteria. It is a much better system.
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Speciality Consultation
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- Scheduling
- Medical and Dental History Review
- Examination of the teeth
- Periodontal examination
- Necessary x-rays
- Bite and TMJ evaluation
- Oral cancer screening with head/neck examination
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Speciality Consultation Scheduling
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Global Dental Care is open :
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Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Thursday and Friday from 9 .30 a.m. until 6.30 p.m.
Saturdays from 9 . 00 a.m. until 1.00 p.m.
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We will schedule your appointment as promptly as possible. If you have pain or an
emergency situation, every attempt will be made to see you that day.
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Please don’t hesitate to email us or call us at + 91 22 2 364 3344 / + 91 22 2 363
6655 if you have any questions regarding your appointment
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Dr. Ashok Dhoble and our entire team follow procedures recommended by International
several agencies: the Occupational Safety & Health Administration , the Environmental
Protection Agency These measures include:
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Disinfectant hand soap
Gloves, eyewear and face masks
Chemical disinfection of countertops and surfaces
Sterilization of all equipment before every use
Disposable materials
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We sterilize all reusable equipment, including dental hand pieces. We use an autoclave,
a device that kills bacteria and viruses by steam, heat and pressure.
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The best defense against disease is information. The more you know, the better equipped
you are to make wise decisions about your health care. The more you know about our
daily procedures and policies, the more comfortable you will feel.
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Excellent Dental Care With a Gentle Touch Oral Hygiene
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Medical and Dental History Review |
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Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior
to surgery (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.) We will carefully evaluate your
medical information before Providing any dental care.
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We Screen For Early Detection of Oral Problems
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Current research shows indicates that problems with your mouth
can affect your overall health.The opposite also true . It is most important
to detect dental problems early so that your mouth and entire body
remain healthy.
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Examination of the teeth |
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Among dental problem caries or tooth decay is the most common. Before begein any
treatment a thorough examination of all teeth present in the mouth is done. At this
point each tooth is screend for decay, discolouration, mobility, fracture , etc.
Decay spotted at the early stage save the inrvaluable natural tooth structure. It
also save you from pain & discomfort.
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Periodontal Examination |
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Periodontal ( Gum disease ) affects three out of four adults at some time in their
lives. It does not necessarily hurt
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And you may not even be aware you have it until an advanced stage. Regular
dental visits are essential for detecting
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Periodontal disease at an early stage , before the gums and supporting
bone are irreversibly damaged. We will screen your mouth for signs of
periodontal disease every time you visit our office for
an oral examination and Prophylaxis ( teeth cleaning ).
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We Screen for early detection of Precancerous lesions.
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Necessary X-Rays
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X-Rays
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If your previous dentist has taken recent x-rays (within one year) you may request
that they be forwarded to our office. If there is not enough time and are available,
please pick them up and bring them to our office. If additional films are necessary,
they can be taken at our facility.
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Please Keep us Informed of any Changes
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As you know ,medical conditions can affect your overall health.
Have you had any recent illness ? It is important to share this information
with us at every dental appointment so we can consistently provide the most
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At every dental visit, please bring a list of any medications you are
taking, including both prescriptions and over the counter Products.
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Bite and TMJ evaluation
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We check your bite for to make sure that you can clew property & check your temporomandibular
joint for signs of probleam. Bad bite or maloclunion can cause joint pain. Sometime
when the teeth do not bite together in hormony with the shape & position of joints
it can place pressure on the joints. Missing tooth can be sometimes contribute to
this as well. The malalignment can also put strain on the jaw muscles. This facter
can be mild to severe.
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Bite Adjustment
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A bite is considered to be healthy when all or most of the teeth are present and
not destroyed by normal daily usage.
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It is destructive when teeth show wear, looseness or when TMJ (jaw joint) damage
is seen. Bite therapy helps restore a bite that can function without damage and
destruction. The therapy may include:
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Reshaping the biting surfaces of the teeth and eliminating spots of excessive pressures
where the teeth are brought into contact. This is done by carefully dividing bite
pressures evenly across all of the teeth.
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Bite splint therapy using a custom-fitted and adjusted plastic bite guard to keep
the teeth apart, day, night ,or both.
- Braces to reposition mal-aligned or drifted teeth.
- Replacement of old, worn out, or damaged fillings.
- Reconstruction of badly worn and damaged teeth.
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Oral Cancer Screening
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At an early stageDuring your examination ,we also will screen for pre-cancerous
changes in your oral tissues , head and neck.Oral cancer is the only cancer in body
can be prevented and lesion detrected can be more successfully treated. We will
check your head ,neck and oral tissues for lumps ,masses,growths ,red or white
patches and recurring sore areas.
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