For over 19 years Fomich Family Dentistry has provided exceptional dental and oral healthcare to our patients, beginning with their first appointment. From the moment you walk into our office, you will be welcomed into our dental “home” with a smile.
We look forward to meeting you and becoming your partner in maintaining excellent oral health. Thank you for choosing Fomich Family Dentistry!
When you first arrive and meet our staff, you’ll fill out your new patient paperwork. This helps our team get to know you better. We ask that you arrive 15 minutes early to complete your paperwork. Or, you can get a head start by filling out your patient forms now. Download New Patient Forms.
Please bring the following items with you to your first appointment:
- Dental Insurance Card
- Identification such as Driver’s license, military ID or state ID
- Patient Information Form
- Patient Health History Form
- HIPAA Consent Form
- Acknowledgment of Receipt of Notice of Privacy Practices Form
New patients often ask if they can have their teeth cleaned during their first visit. Your dental treatments usually begin with a follow-up visit, often scheduled as soon as the next day. We need to see you first for a comprehensive exam and then schedule adequate time with your hygienist.
Whether it has been 1 year or 15 years since your last dental check-up you will receive a thorough evaluation and the highest quality comprehensive exam, including:
- Complete series of x-rays and intra-oral photos
- Review of your health history
- Discuss any concerns and goals you wish to achieve with your overall dental care
- Dr. Fomich will discuss any recommendations for preventative and/or restorative treatment for your individual needs
We accept most insurance plans, including PPO plans. We routinely file claims a a courtesy to our patients and accept insurance payments as well. Please note that some plans have yearly maximums, deductibles, limitations, and alternate benefits. Consult your insurance carrier, your HR person or refer to your plan book. Our staff does its best to obtain as much information about your plan from your insurance company, but you are ultimately responsible for knowing your coverage. We are here to answer as many questions as we possibly can for you.
Patient deductibles are due on the day services are rendered to help control costs associated with billing and collections, and to comply with contractual provisions of multiple carriers. We accept the following forms of payment:
- Cash
- Check
- Mastercard
- Visa
- Discover
No insurance? No worries! We offer a 5% discount when your appointment is paid in FULL with cash or check, and a 2% discount when paid in FULL with a debit or credit card.
Please call our office if you have any insurance or payment questions. We will be happy to assist you!
What is a Dental Emergency?
Patients often ask what to do in case of a dental emergency – when they should call Dr. Fomich after office hours and when a problem can wait for regular office hours. This list covers most typical dental issues and can help guide you. If you are not certain, if you are in pain and want advice, call Dr. Fomich. He will always answer your questions and, when necessary, make arrangements to treat the problem as an emergency.
Toothaches
Thoroughly rinse your mouth with warm water and use dental floss to remove any lodged food. If your mouth is swollen, apply a cold compress to the outside of your mouth or cheek. Take aspirin, Tylenol or your regular over-the-counter pain reliever. DO NOT put aspirin or painkiller against the gums or on a tooth. Call our office to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Chipped or Broken Teeth
If you can, save all pieces of tooth that broke off. Rinse the mouth using warm water; rinse the broken pieces. If there is bleeding, apply a piece of gauze to the area for 10 minutes or until bleeding stops. Apply a cold compress to the outside of the mouth, cheek or lip near the chipped or broken tooth. Take aspirin, Tylenol or your regular over-the-counter pain reliever. DO NOT put aspirin or painkiller against the gums or on a tooth. Call our office to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Knocked-Out Tooth
Time is important here so we want you to move quickly and efficiently. The chances of saving a knocked-out tooth improve dramatically when you see the dentist within an hour. Call our office immediately! Then…If you can, retrieve the tooth and holding by the crown, never the root, rinse off the tooth root with warm water to remove any dirt. DO NOT scrub it or remove any bits of tissue that may be attached to the tooth. If you can, place the tooth back in the socket. If that isn’t possible, place the tooth in a small container of milk or, if that isn’t possible, in a cup of water with a pinch of salt.
Partially Dislodged Tooth
Again, time is important. Call our office immediately! Apply a cold compress to the outside of the mouth or cheek. Take aspirin, Tylenol or your regular over-the-counter pain reliever. DO NOT put aspirin or painkiller against the gums or on a tooth.
Lost Filling
As a temporary solution, stick a piece of sugarless gum into the cavity. DO NOT use sugar-filled gum, it will cause pain. There are also over-the-counter dental fillers that may help. Take aspirin, Tylenol or your regular over-the-counter pain reliever. DO NOT put aspirin or painkiller against the gums or on a tooth. Call our office to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Lost Crown
If possible, retrieve the crown and place it over the tooth. You can use over-the-counter dental cement, toothpaste or denture adhesive to temporarily hold the crown in place. Take aspirin, Tylenol or your regular over-the-counter pain reliever. DO NOT put aspirin or painkiller against the gums or on a tooth. Call our office to schedule an appointment as soon as possible.
Soft-Tissue Injury
Injuries to the soft tissue – tongue, cheeks, gums and lips – can result in significant bleeding. Try to control the bleeding by first rinsing your mouth with a mild salt-water solution. Then apply a moistened piece of gauze or a wet tea bag to the bleeding site and hold in place for 15 – 20 minutes. Apply a cold compress the the outside of the mouth or cheek.If bleeding does not stop, call our office or go to a hospital emergency room. Continue applying pressure to the bleeding site until you are treated by a professional.
