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NEW PATIENTS

Your first visit, start to finish

Everything you need to know about your first appointment, from what to expect during your examination to understanding your treatment options and associated costs.

What happens at your first appointment

Private dental practice reception area, Guernsey

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Book Online or Call

Book your new patient examination online or contact our team to arrange an appointment. Any necessary registration details can be completed as part of your first visit.

Dentist in consultation with a patient, Guernsey

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A Full Assessment

A thorough examination of your teeth, gums, bite and oral soft tissues, including oral cancer screening and digital X-rays where clinically indicated.

Dentist using a handheld intraoral scanner on a patient, with the 3D scan shown on a screen

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Photographs and Scans

Where appropriate, we use clinical photographs and digital 3D intraoral scanning to help assess your dental health and explain our findings clearly, allowing you to better understand your oral health and treatment options.

Reception desk at Island Dental Studio, Guernsey

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A Written Plan

We discuss our findings and explain the available treatment options, including the benefits and limitations of each. Where appropriate, we provide our professional recommendations to help you make a fully informed decision about your care.

You will receive a clear written treatment plan and cost estimate. More complex cases may require additional planning before a final proposal is prepared, and you will always have time to consider your options before proceeding.

WHAT IT COSTS

Your First Examination, Clearly Priced

Your initial dental examination is £98 and takes approximately 30 minutes. This includes a comprehensive clinical assessment, oral cancer screening and digital X-rays where clinically indicated. Any recommended treatment and associated costs will be explained clearly, with a written treatment plan and estimate provided before proceeding.

Full clinical examinationTeeth, gums, bite and any existing work
30 min
Oral cancer screeningSoft tissues, tongue and throat
Included
Digital X-raysTaken only where clinically needed
Included
Written treatment planOptions and costs, yours to keep
Included

BEFORE YOU REGISTER

Questions we get asked first

Do I need to register before I can book?

No. Book a new patient examination and the paperwork is done when you arrive.

I am moving from another practice — how does that work?

Book in as a new patient and we will take it from there. With your permission we can request your records and recent X-rays from your previous dentist, which sometimes saves repeating them.

What do I need to bring to my first appointment?

A list of any medication you take, and the name of your doctor. If you have had recent dental treatment elsewhere it helps to know roughly when and what.

Can I register my children at the same time?

Yes, and we would encourage it. Family appointments can usually be booked back to back so you are only making one trip into town.

What if I am nervous about seeing a dentist?

We understand that visiting the dentist can feel daunting, particularly if you haven’t attended for some time. Please let us know when booking so we can make appropriate arrangements and take the time to discuss any concerns. Your first appointment will focus on understanding your needs, assessing your oral health and explaining your options. Any treatment will only proceed with your informed consent.

Ready to arrange your first visit?

Book your new patient examination online, or contact our friendly team and we’ll be happy to help you arrange a convenient appointment.