What people ask before a first visit

We file claims for you with dental plans, and what a plan pays is the plan's decision. The fees page lists the plan types, and Wes can tell you what to ask your plan.

You pay at the visit, and you get a written estimate in advance. Ask us when you schedule.

No. We are not enrolled with Medi-Cal Dental.

A cleaning rarely does. For a filling, Dr. DeJesus uses a gel and then a local anesthetic, and you can ask for a break any time. We don't promise no discomfort.

Dr. DeJesus decides from your exam and your history. She tells you why before any X-ray.

A longer cleaning under the gums, usually over two visits, for gums that have pulled away from the teeth.

Yes, children who are comfortable in the chair. If a child needs a dentist who focuses on children's care, she says so and refers you.

Trouble breathing or swallowing, swelling that spreads to your face, eye or neck, or bleeding that won't stop: go to an emergency room or call 911. For a broken or knocked-out tooth, call us right away.

No. We offer local anesthetic to numb a tooth. If you'd like more than that, she'll refer you to a dentist who offers it.

Yes, before any treatment. If you're paying without insurance, we give you one in advance, when you schedule or whenever you ask.

We place composite, a tooth-colored resin, and Dr. DeJesus names it before she starts. The materials guide covers the rest.

Call or text us as early as you can, and we'll find another time.