New patients

A first visit designed to replace uncertainty with a clear next step.

Bring your questions, treatment history, insurance information, and the goals you want to discuss.

  • Two local office options
  • Family and implant consultations
  • Insurance and financing guidance
A welcoming dental consultation related to New patients
Illustrative consultation scene

Your first visit

A calm, practical path from concern to plan.

The team gathers the information needed to recommend an appropriate next step.

  1. 01

    Share your goals

    Tell us what feels uncomfortable, what you want to improve, and what has made dental care difficult.

  2. 02

    Complete an evaluation

    An exam and appropriate imaging help the team understand teeth, gums, bite, and treatment needs.

  3. 03

    Compare appropriate options

    Review benefits, limitations, timing, maintenance, insurance, and financial considerations.

  4. 04

    Choose the next step

    Ask questions and decide how to proceed with a patient-specific clinical plan.

Prepare for your visit

A few details can make the conversation more useful.

Health and medication history

Bring an accurate medication list and relevant medical or dental history.

Insurance information

Bring current plan details so the office can review available benefits and network questions.

Questions and priorities

Write down concerns about comfort, timing, maintenance, costs, and financing.

New-patient FAQ

What to know before you call.

Which Lakeside office should I call?

Call the Clinton Township office at (586) 250-0497 or the Madison Heights office at (248) 589-9480. Because advanced-service availability can vary by office, confirm the right location when you schedule.

Does Lakeside work with dental insurance?

The practice says it works with many major dental insurance plans, verifies benefits, estimates patient responsibility, and files claims. Network status and coverage vary, so confirm your plan directly.

What should I bring to a first visit?

Bring a current medication list, relevant medical and dental history, insurance information, and any questions about symptoms, comfort, treatment timing, or payment.

Are website offers guaranteed?

No. Specials and financing references can have new-patient, clinical, credit, office, scheduling, or time limits. Ask the office to confirm current terms before relying on an offer.

Talk with our team

Start with questions, an evaluation, and a clear next step.

Call the office that is most convenient or send a secure appointment request. Treatment recommendations, timing, and costs are confirmed after an evaluation.