New Patient Information
Our dedicated team has carefully curated this page to address common concerns and questions that new patients often have.
Our Mission
Our friendly staff is dedicated to caring for you and your entire family's oral health and well-being. We take the time to create a personalized treatment for each patient and we offer a wide range of services. It is our goal to make your visit with us an extremely pleasant one and to send you home with a beautiful and healthy smile.
Overview
Your first visit to our practice establishes a vital foundation for our relationship with you. During the first visit, we make sure to obtain important background information and give you time to get to know our staff. To understand what to expect from your first visit to our practice, please read through this page.
We understand that visiting a dental clinic can sometimes be an unfamiliar experience, so we strive to make your initial visit as informative and comfortable as possible.
During this important first visit, we prioritize gathering important background information that will contribute to your comprehensive dental history. Our experienced team will take the time to understand your dental concerns, medical history, and any specific needs or preferences you may have.
This helps us tailor our approach to your dental care and provide you with the most effective and personalized treatment options.
Patient Forms
NOTICE TO PARENTS OR LEGAL GUARDIANS
Minors who are not accompanied by their parent/s or legal guardian must present a written consent letter signed, and authorizing the companion to bring the patient.
NOTE: THE COMPANION MUST BE OF LEGAL AGE.
The letter must include the following:
- The complete name of companion
- Validity of the consent letter (indicate if only for appointment date or multiple visits)
- Attached copy of patent/s or legal guardian’s valid government issued ID (driver’s license, passport, etc.)
- Signature with date
The companion must bring the following:
- Written consent letter with signature of parent or legal guardian
- Valid government issued ID with photo (driver’s license, passport, etc.)
What to Expect at Your First Visit
Your first visit to our office is designed to get you better acquainted with all we offer as well as introduce you to our caring staff.
On your first visit, we will review your medical and dental histories and evaluate your oral health. We will take digital x-rays of your teeth and explain to you whether or not you will require any dental treatment.
Meet Our Highly Trained Doctors
At our dental practice, your comfort and happiness matter to us. We’re dedicated to providing a friendly and stress-free environment for all of our patients.
Dr. Efraim Florendo
Dr. Efraim Florendo earned his Dental degree in 2000. His enthusiasm to expand his dental knowledge brought him to the field of Dental Research and he worked in San Francisco as a Dental Researcher for two years.
This vivified his passion for Dentistry and willed him to practice the Art and Science of Dentistry in various cities such as San Bruno, San Francisco, Sacramento, Vallejo, San Jose until he finally found his heart and decided to settle in the lovely and warm city of Modesto.
Dr. Alexandra Chang
Dr. Alexandra Chang, DDS, MS is a native of the San Francisco Bay area. She went to U.C. Davis for her undergraduate studies and attend U.C San Francisco for her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree. After completing her studies in Orthodontics and Dentofacial Orthopedics at The Ohio State University, she returned to California.
She has been practicing orthodontics for over 10 years and loves working with young children and adults. On her free time, she enjoys traveling and learning about new cultures. She also likes to spend with her family and two japanese bobtail cats.
Patient Reviews
The staff is so nice/friendly and welcoming. I definitely recommend coming here if you want an excellent service! 🙂
I like coming here because it feels very welcoming. Ladies in the front are very nice. Dentist very professional and listen to your needs. Totally recommend!
Thank you for keeping up such high standards in this industry; not many people do these days. Your staff is wonderful, too. Everyone has always been so kind to me on each visit.
I went in 3 days ago and this girl named Alyin helped me and she made me feel so welcomed! Overall the staff there is very nice and made my appointment very pleasant.
I just want to say Aylin has been a great!!! She's full of positive energy and creates a welcoming environment. Fast and create a happy place for my family.
I highly recommend them. They have a very nice staff and quick appointments. Thanks for helping me !
Great customer service from the staff, receptionist are friendly and helpful. Also my appointments are quick, im in and out fast.
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