PATIENT INFORMATION

What to Know as A New Patient

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Patient Registration & Your First Appointment

At the initial visit, information gathering is an important start for our office to learn more about the specific health, needs, goals, and limitations of each unique, individual patient. Because every patient is uniquely different, patients will meet with Dr. Hollar to discuss any specific dental concerns, review findings from the comprehensive dental exam, and determine the type of dental hygiene appointment best suited to accommodate each patient on an individualized basis. The hygiene visit may be scheduled ahead of time to follow on the same day as the comprehensive exam, but usually the visit with the hygienist follows on a separate appointment on a different day.

Dental Appointment Of A Girl — Lenoir, NC — Wayne Hollar DDS

Oral Exam

For most patients at the initial visit, a comprehensive exam will take place. Many patients actually comment after their exam, "I have never had an exam that thorough before!" The exam consists of 1) a review of the medical history, 2) a cursory exam to establish if and what images are recommended for a proper diagnosis, 3) both 2-D and 3-D x-ray images and a review of those images with the patient, followed by 4) an extensive assessment of the entire oral cavity including teeth, gums, bite, the cosmetic appearance of your smile and screening for any signs of gum disease or oral cancers as a precaution.

Insurance & Care Credit

At Dr. Wayne Hollar DDS, we take care credit and most insurance plans. One of the most crucial things to know before you go to any doctor is taking your insurance. At Dr. Wayne Hollar Family Dentistry, we take every step necessary to maximize your insurance benefits and ensure you are covered before all and any procedures. Make sure to bring any dental insurance information to the consultation to expedite any reimbursements.

Smiling Woman After Dental Appointment — Lenoir, NC — Wayne Hollar DDS

Practice Philosophy

Our goal is to provide safe, state-of-the-art care in a friendly environment.
We spend time educating our patients and their families so that they have
a comfortable understanding of their care and can actively participate in
treatment decisions. Our approach is conservative and multi-disciplinary,
often involving other specialists to provide optimum care.

The Dentist’s Prayer

Lord, be with me daily as I practice dentistry.
May I treat with gentle hands all who put their trust in me.
May my calm assurance help to ease their fears
To relax the tense adults and dry the children’s tears.
May I treat each patient with competence and skill,
Whether a difficult procedure or a tooth that I must fill.
As I diagnose and treat be with me all the while,
And reward me with my patient’s lovely, healthy smile.
Amen.

The Academy of General Dentistry Creed

1. To educate myself to perform with greater ability.
2. To provide and promote the best treatment for my patients.
3. To treat my patients with continued dignity and empathy.
4. To share my knowledge with my patients and my profession.
5. To maintain my integrity and professionalism.

Inspirational Dedication

To my God...
the architect of the masticatory system.
The more I understand the logic behind its beautifully integrated design,
the more I realize its every element was planned by a loving creator.
The words of affection that we speak, the smiles we share,
the songs we sing, and the kisses we give to our loved ones
are possible only because an element of love
was integrated into this design.
(from Peter E. Dawson, DDS)

Phone: (828) 754-1600 | 828-754-6251

Email: we.care@drwaynehollar.com

Address: 614 Hospital Ave NW Lenoir, NC 28645

Business Hours:

Mon - Thu: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Friday: Appointment Only
Sat - Sun: Closed