NEW PATIENT INFORMATION

New patient? Your first visit is easy.

Gentle, judgment-free dentistry in Elk Grove, CA. Here is what to bring, what to expect, and how paying for care works.

Appointments often run 60 minutes or more. We see fewer patients each day so that no one is rushed and the care you receive is quality.

Your first visit at a glance

BRING

Your completed patient form (done online) and your insurance card.

PLAN FOR

About 60 minutes, sometimes more for your first visit.

WE ACCEPT

All dental PPO plans and most major credit cards.

HOURS

Monday to Friday, 7:30am to 4:30pm

What happens at your first visit

Joining a new dental office can feel like a lot. Here is how it goes, start to finish.

1

Fill out your form

Take a minute to complete your patient information form before your first appointment

2

Bring your card

Bring your form and your insurance card. Our office staff will help with claims and paperwork.

3

Meet Dr. Ionescu

We listen first. then comes a comprehensive new patient exam. so we understand your needs and what you want.

4

Get your plan

We explain your treatment plan in detail, and go over cost and payment options before anything begins.

Start with your patient form

Please fill it out before your first appointment. Then bring these two things with you:

  • Your completed patient information form
  • Your insurance card.

Online patient form

Complete it ahead of time so your visit can be about you, not paperwork.

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Theodore Ionescu, DDS

YOUR COMFORT COMES FIRST

Nervous about the dentist? You are in good company.

Feeling anxious about treatment, or about joining a new office, is perfectly normal. We will take your fears seriously and work to make every visit comfortable. You never need to feel embarrassed about a dental problem, how your teeth look, or a bad experience at another office.

Dr. Ionescu takes pride in giving painless injections. He also knows that for some people, even the thought of a shot is stressful. If that is you or someone you love, tell us. We have ways to help you relax, and we take time to get to know you first.

OUR PROMISE

We will answer all of your questions, and we will not give up on you until you are happy with how your smile works and looks.

We never take risks with your health.

Single use or Sterilized

Every instrument we use is either discarded after a single use or sterilized in our state-of-the-art sterilization center.

Checked by an outside lab

Reusable instruments are sterilized in an autoclave that is monitored by an outside lab, so the highest levels of cleanliness are maintained.

Paying for your care

The cost of treatment depends on your needs and your plan. We will go over the cost and every payment option with you before you begin, so you can choose what works best for you.

Have dental insurance

We work with your benefits

We accept all dental PPO insurance plans and most major credit cards. Our office staff will help with claims and paperwork and work with your provider so your coverage fits your needs and your budget.

No dental insurance

Membership Club

A low monthly fee covers all of your preventive care. It is not insurance. It is a payment arrangement for patients of our practice who have no dental plan.

Pay over time

CareCredit

A healthcare credit card for the whole family. Applying is fast and you get a credit decision right away. There is no interest if the bill is paid in full within 6 or 12 months.

Questions about your coverage? Call (916) 685-4662 and we will help.

Every six months

The American Dental Association recommends a checkup and cleaning every six months to keep your teeth and gums healthy.

Ready to meet Dr. Ionescu?

Request an appointment online, or call the office and we will find a time that works for you.