Office Visits
Your first visit
Our goal for each patient at the initial examination is three-fold: to LISTEN, LEARN and LEAD.
LISTEN:
First and foremost we want to listen to your concerns and hear you’re short and long term dental health goals. It is also important to make us aware of any issues you may have had in the past that have prevented you from reaching theses goals so that we may address those concerns.
LEARN:
In order to provide you with optimal care, we need to learn the existing state of your oral health. Our team will assess the health of your gums, supporting bone and teeth. We will also evaluate your bite to make sure biting forces are evenly and properly distributed and will perform an oral cancer exam.
Once we have listened to your health and esthetic goals and learned the current condition of your oral health, our experienced and caring team will lead you to treatment options that will help you achieve your goals of a happy healthy smile.
Regular checkups
We encourage regular checkups for individuals age two and up. Most people find that it is valuable to have a checkup at least every six months so Dr. Watkins can:
- Check for problems that you might not see or feel
- Find early signs of decay
- Treat oral health problems early, while they are still manageable
Regular checkups include a thorough cleaning, polishing, and an oral exam by the doctor. During the oral exam, Dr. Watkins checks the health of your mouth, teeth, gums, cheeks, and tongue. At each visit, Dr. Watkins also checks old fillings and restorations because constant pressure from chewing, grinding, or clenching can cause them to wear away, chip, or crack.
Regular checkup appointments typically take 45 to 60 minutes. Patients are seen by appointment only. We make every effort to be on time for our patients, and ask that you extend the same courtesy to us. If you cannot keep an appointment, please notify us immediately.
Office Location
Thomas W. Watkins, DDS
Address:
857 S Auto Mall Rd Ste 3
Bloomington, IN 47401
Phone: (812) 339-4400
Fax: (812) 323-2230
Email:
Hours:
Monday 8:30 to 5:30
Tuesday 8:30 to 5:30
Wednesday 8:30 to 5:30
Thursday 8:30 to 5:30
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