Initial Visit

Your initial visit is extremely important. In order to establish a trusting relationship we allow enough time to listen to your concerns and answer any questions you may have. During your initial visit we will perform a through examination of the teeth and oral tissues and review your medical and oral health history. We will discuss our findings with you and recommend the appropriate treatment for your case. We will also contact your primary physician to be advised on any special needs you may have.

See the list below to learn more about our specialists and what to expect on your first visit.

Cases involving more than one specialty

During the initial visit we can assess if your treatment requires the collaboration of various specialists. At Multi Oral we offer the convenience of having several dental specialists in one location.

After gathering all the information, our specialists will review your case during our “Case Meeting”, held every two weeks. During this meeting we discuss our findings and design a treatment plan. This way the patient is evaluated by all of our specialists in a single visit.

Each patient is assigned a “Dentist In Charge” that will be responsible for your treatment and in assisting your needs. Even if you are receiving treatment from another specialist, the “Dentist In Charge” is the person responsible to answer any questions that you may have and to keep you informed regarding your treatment process, cost and payment options.

BABIES

For appointments:
Please schedule an appointment with our Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Ana Carolina Marques.

The Initial Visit:
On this initial visit we provide counseling to the parents regarding oral hygiene and diet. The actual baby’s exam is brief. The best means to guarantee the overall well being of children is to establish preventive health measures.

Recommendations:
• We recommend that both parents come to this initial visit and if applicable bring along the child’s babysitter.
• The first dental visit should take place between six months of age and one year of age, when the first teeth are coming in – but not later than two years old, when all the primary teeth are in the mouth.

CHILDREN AND TEENAGERS (up to 17 years of age)

For appointments:
Please schedule an appointment with our Pediatric Dentist, Dr. Ana Carolina Marques. Dr. Ana Carolina is a specialist in dentistry for children and teenagers.

The Initial Visit:
- We will complete a comprehensive exam of the mouth (teeth, gums and position of the arch) and assess the need for special treatment such as orthodontic braces or speech and language therapy.
- During the same visit we will perform a teeth cleaning (prophylaxis), give fluoride application and counsel on oral hygiene.
- We will take x-rays in our office or recommend you to a specialized clinic if needed.
- Note that the teeth and dental arch of young adults are still growing and changing until approximately 17 years of age. Therefore, an orthodontic dentist is best qualified to monitor these changes.

ADULTS

For appointments:
Dr. Esther Klein.

The Initial Visit:
Usually the initial visit consists of a comprehensive exam of the teeth and gums, 2 to 4 x-rays and a prophylaxis (teeth cleaning). For more complex cases that will require diagnostic studies and planning, we also make models, take photographs and request additional exams.
An oral cancer screening will also be done.

Recommendation:
If you already know what is your dental need, check the page “Specialties” on our website and find the right specialist for your case.

ORTHODONTIC TREATMENT

For appointments:
Please schedule an appointment with our Orthodontics specialist, Dr. Ana Carolina Marques. Dr. Ana Carolina specializes in orthodontic treatment (teeth straightening with orthodontic braces).

The Initial Visit:
- After the initial exam the orthodontist can evaluate whether treatment will be needed and then indicate the best option.
- Additional records will be required, such as x-rays, diagnostic photographs and impressions (casting of the mouth).
- With these records, the orthodontist will be able to design a treatment plan. A second visit is scheduled where the orthodontist will explain the treatment approach.

Recommendation:
We recommend that you bring your child for an orthodontist screening at age 9, when the child has a mixed dentition and the permanent teeth are still erupting.
In some cases braces may be required at a young age. Some warning signs include: crowding, premature loss of a baby teeth, crossbite and “bucked teeth”. If you see any of the above symptoms, take your child to an orthodontist for an orthodontic screening.

ELDERLY ADULTS

For appointments:
Please schedule an appointment with Dr. Carmen Luiza Mourão. Dr. Carmen is experienced in providing care to elderly adults.

Note:
Proper chewing is essential for the elderly adult to have good digestion and absorption of nutrients. When there are missing teeth, prostheses and implants will be used as replacements for natural-teeth.
At Multi Oral we counsel our patients on preventive measures for maintaining optimum tooth and gum health. Patients with impairments that have difficulty in daily brushing or flossing will need special guidance for maintaining proper oral hygiene.
Patients that suffer from cardiac disease, diabetes, osteoporosis, or other common medical conditions among elderly adults can still receive dental care. Prior to begin the treatment we will contact your physician to discuss your overall health so we can proceed safely.