Your First Visit

 

On your visit, you can expect:

• A warm welcome from our friendly front office team
• Complimentary Wifi
• An introductory conversation where we will listen to your needs, concerns, and expectations
• A comprehensive dental exam, including an oral cancer screening and full mouth examination of your teeth and gums
• Comfort. Relax in reclining chairs with warm blankets and neck pillows to make your time in the chair as restful as possible
• Entertainment. Enjoy your favorite show, sporting event, movie, or news program while you receive the highest-quality dental care
• Necessary low-radiation digital X-Rays
• Protective Eyewear. For your safety, each patient is provided with protective eyewear during treatment
• A thorough dental cleaning (assuming that no Periodontal or major dental issues are present)
• Relax at your dental appointment by using Nitrous Oxide (Laughing Gas). It wears off quickly, so you can return to work or your daily business immediately. Additional fees apply.

After the checkup, the doctor will meet with you to discuss your X-Rays and recommendations to improve your overall dental health.
 If additional treatment is required, you will be presented with a treatment plan and an estimate. We’ll schedule your next appointment for preventive care or for a respective procedure from your treatment plan.

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What to Bring

For your first visit, please be sure to arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time and bring the following information with you:

• Your completed Dental History and Patient Information forms (you can complete those forms by clicking here)
• Your Dental insurance card (if you have dental insurance).
• A list of current medications you are taking including dosage.

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Important Requests

A parent or guardian must accompany all patients under 18 years of age.

Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to treatment (i.e. diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, joint replacement, etc.).

Also please let us know if you are on any medication (i.e. heart medications, aspirin, anticoagulant therapy, etc.) OR require medication prior to dental cleanings (i.e antibiotics for pre-med.)

Payment Options

For a full list of payment options, please click here.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you see toddlers for a first dental visit in Knoxville, Tennessee?

Knox Valley Dental in Knoxville, Tennessee sees children as well as adults, and offers a Children's New Patient Special for kids 12 and under that includes an exam, X-rays, a healthy mouth cleaning, and a fluoride treatment. A parent or guardian stays with any patient under 18, and the team starts every first visit with a conversation about your child's needs before anything happens in the chair. Low-radiation digital X-rays are taken only when necessary, and your child can watch a show during the appointment. Dr. Dhiren Zaveri's office is at 11840 Kingston Pike in Farragut, with Thursday hours until 7 p.m. for after-work appointments. Call (865) 244-2828 or book online, and arrive 15 minutes early with the new patient forms completed.

What happens at a first visit to Knox Valley Dental in Farragut, Tennessee?

Your first visit to Knox Valley Dental in Farragut, Tennessee begins with a conversation about your needs and concerns, followed by a comprehensive exam that includes an oral cancer screening and a full check of your teeth and gums. Low-radiation digital X-rays are taken as needed, and most patients receive a cleaning at the same visit unless gum disease or a major problem is found. Afterward, Dr. Zaveri reviews your X-rays with you and, if treatment is needed, presents a plan with an estimate before scheduling anything.

What should I bring to my first appointment?

Bring your completed Dental History and Patient Information forms, your dental insurance card if you have one, and a list of your current medications with dosages. Plan to arrive 15 minutes before your appointment time. Let the office know ahead of time about any medical condition that could affect treatment, such as diabetes, high blood pressure, or an artificial heart valve or joint, and about medications like blood thinners or antibiotics you take before dental cleanings.

Can I complete the new patient forms online before I arrive?

Yes. Knox Valley Dental's new patient forms are available online so you can fill them out at home before your first visit. Completing them ahead of time shortens your check-in and gives the Farragut team a chance to review your dental and medical history before you are in the chair. You will find them on the Patient Forms page of the website.

How much is a first visit without dental insurance in Knoxville, Tennessee?

Knox Valley Dental in Knoxville, Tennessee offers a $249 New Patient Special for patients without insurance that includes a comprehensive exam, X-rays, a healthy mouth cleaning, and an oral cancer screening. Children 12 and under can use a $109 Children's New Patient Special that adds a fluoride treatment, and patients in pain can book a $109 emergency exam with X-rays. For ongoing care, the practice offers monthly membership plans for children, adults, and periodontal patients that cover cleanings, exams, needed X-rays, and 15% off other treatments. Call (865) 244-2828 for details.

I'm nervous about going to the dentist. What do you offer to help?

Knox Valley Dental offers nitrous oxide (laughing gas) at your first visit to help you relax; it wears off quickly, so you can go straight back to work or your day (additional fees apply). Every patient also gets a reclining chair with a warm blanket and neck pillow, protective eyewear, and a screen to watch a show, game, or movie during treatment. Let the Farragut team know about your anxiety when you book so they can plan the visit around it.