Your First Visit
We are always welcoming new patients to our state-of-the-art family dentistry practice in Circle C, Austin, Texas. Please download our new patient forms here to expedite the paperwork at your first visit for your convenience.
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For those who are joining our family of patients, it might seem out of the ordinary to be scheduled for a 60-minute new patient visit with Dr. Chittajallu and your hygienist. This time is reserved especially for you to ensure that you can receive a thorough dental examination and consultation with the doctor. She looks forward to getting to know you and your family, and to talking with you about your oral health and expectations for your smile. Our goal is not only to take care of our patients’ dental needs, but also to get to know each person by name and treat them like we want our own family to be treated. We look forward to seeing you smile!
We can develop a comprehensive treatment plan to help you achieve and maintain your optimal oral health, including restorative and cosmetic procedures in addition to “general dentistry treatments.”
Scheduling
We strive to run on time so you won’t be kept waiting, and we ask you to arrive for your appointments on time as well. We understand that you are busy, and your time is valuable to us. Dr. Chittajallu only deviates from her schedule in the event of dental emergencies that need to be taken care of immediately.
Once we have decided on a treatment plan and have worked out financial arrangements, we will do everything we can to proceed with your dental treatment on a schedule that works for you, whether that be soon or at a slower pace. We want to accommodate you.
Please call at least two business days in advance for changed appointments. Missed appointments without this notification, or repeated cancellations, will incur cancellation fees. We want to work with you to schedule convenient appointment times for your visits to our office.
Payment Options
Our goal is to help remove financial barriers so our patients can get the dental care they need and desire. Prior to scheduling any treatment, we are happy to provide patients with an estimate of costs. Many patients have some type of dental insurance. In the majority of cases, we are able and pleased to assist you in maximizing your dental benefits. At your first visit, we will ask you for current insurance information. We may ask you to confirm this information at subsequent visits, so we can remain up-to-date and fully informed to serve you. Insured patients will receive cost estimates broken down by insured and uninsured costs. We ask that you pay uninsured costs the day services are rendered.
Dental Insurance
For patients covered by insurance, we will accept assignment of benefits. This means that you sign the portion of your insurance that “assigns” payment to our office. Most dental insurance plans do not cover 100% of the cost of your treatment. It is because of this, and the extreme delay in receiving payment from insurance companies, that you are asked to pay your deductible and your portion of charges at the time services are rendered. All estimates are based on information provided to us by your insurance and are not a guarantee of payment. Only after a claim is submitted and reviewed by your insurance company can final payment be determined. As a courtesy to you, we file claim forms electronically, provide postage for special claims, and we track claims for you.
Flexible Financing
We accept cash, checks, debit cards, and most major credit cards. We also offer flexible financing through CareCredit® for those who qualify. We understand that monthly payments can help patients fit the costs of dental treatment into their budgets. With CareCredit, you can finance 100% of your dental treatment and there are no upfront costs, no annual fees, and no pre-payment penalties. CareCredit offers a full range of payment plans, so you can find one that works well for you. CareCredit also allows for revolving payments with a variable interest rate and up to 18 months of 0% interest. It can be used by the whole family for ongoing treatment without the need to reapply, too. Apply online now!
Also, don’t miss our gift for new patients! We want to thank you for letting us take care of you.
