New Patients
The most important part of your first visit is to tell us what you want! We believe that we are more of a “Coach” that can help you get the health and smile you want rather than a “dictator doctor” who only has their plan for you. Come try us out.
As a new patient, we here at Durham Dental Center want you to be comfortable and fully informed. During our first visit together, we will discuss your past medical and dental history. To make a thorough and accurate diagnosis of any dental problems Dr. Shadid may request digital X-rays. The comprehensive exam will include looking for decay, an evaluation of existing restorations, oral cancer screening, periodontal (gum) disease, excessive tooth wear, and occlusal (bite) problems.
We will work to build understanding and trust through open communication about your oral condition. Next, we will explain our findings and recommendations to help determine the most appropriate course of treatment. The goal of Durham Dental Center is complete and accurate information aiding in your making informed dental decisions.
We offer flexible financing plans and we participate with most insurance plans to meet your financial needs. Please give us a call if you are unsure if we participate with your insurance plan.
Payment plans and credit arrangements
You can pay for your office visits and any treatments by cash, check, credit or debit card at the time of treatment. Our Office will gladly accept benefits from your Dental Insurance Carrier. To discuss your payment options or insurance coverage, please call 908-791-0900.
Care Credit – Helping You to Finance Dental Treatment
Care Credit lets you begin your dental treatment immediately then pay for it over time with low monthly payments that are easy to fit into your monthly budget. So, you can begin your dental treatment today and conveniently pay with low, monthly payments.
Care Credit offers a full range of No Interest and Extended Payment Plans for dental treatment fees from $1 to over $25,000.
No Interest Payment Plans
- 3, 6, & 12 month plan options [Click for Details]
- No interest if the balance is paid within the specified time period
- Low minimum monthly payments
Extended Payment Plans
- 24, 36, & 48 month plan options
- For procedure fees from $1,500 to over $25,000
- 14.9% interest rate
- Monthly payments as low as $41 for a $1,500 fee balance
With Care Credit, you pay no up-front costs, no pre-payment penalties and no fees. Plus, Care Credit is a revolving credit line for additional treatment or add-on charges, without the need to re-apply. It only takes a few minutes to apply for Care Credit and you’ll receive an online decision in seconds! Apply now.
If you have any questions about your specific insurance coverage, Please Contact Our Financing Insurance Specialist
Before you have your first appointment you will have to fill out some forms. To save time at the clinic, we have provided them here so you may fill them out ahead of time. Please print and fill these forms out and bring them with you to your first appointment.
If you need a release of your dental records, the following form must be filled out and signed.