Boca Raton, FL
What to Expect
From the moment you walk through our doors, your comfort and care are our top priorities. At Boca Raton Oral Surgery Specialists, we begin with a thorough consultation, where Dr. Shelling and our experienced team take the time to understand your concerns, review your medical history, and explain your treatment options in detail.
How the Procedure Works
While each patient and procedure is unique, we’ve outlined general guidelines to help you prepare for your treatment and support a smooth recovery. If you have any questions or concerns at any point, please don’t hesitate to contact our office.
Getting Ready for Your Initial Appointment
Our unwavering commitment to exceptional care has allowed us to build a team of highly qualified Oral and Maxillofacial Surgeons. This collaborative approach enables us to combine our skills and expertise to deliver the highest level of care tailored to each patient’s needs.
Step 1: Consultation
- While your doctor will typically send a referral for treatment, we also accept patients without one. In either case, your oral surgeon will need comprehensive details about your current and past oral health. Prior to your visit, you'll be asked to complete a registration form that includes your full medical history—such as any drug allergies, previous surgeries, and current health conditions. You'll also need to list all prescription and over-the-counter medications you take. Providing accurate information is essential for safe, effective treatment planning. If applicable, please include your insurance details during registration.
- Diagnostic imaging, such as X-rays or CT scans, may also be necessary. These high-resolution, three-dimensional images are critical for accurately planning and performing oral and maxillofacial procedures. If imaging is required, our team will perform it during your appointment so the oral surgeon can review the results promptly.
Step 2: Diagnosis
Next, your oral surgeon will conduct a visual examination of your mouth, assessing both the hard and soft tissues, as well as the jaw, to evaluate your oral health. This thorough inspection helps form a clear and accurate diagnosis based on the surgeon’s findings.
Step 3: Discuss Options
- Once all necessary information has been reviewed, the oral surgeon will present your treatment plan options. This consultation is interactive, giving you the chance to ask questions, explore available procedures, and understand how to prepare for treatment and what to expect during recovery. Your surgeon will also discuss sedation and anesthesia options—while complex oral and maxillofacial surgeries may require general anesthesia, some patients may be eligible to choose their preferred sedation method. After selecting a treatment plan, you will be presented with a consent form to review and sign.
- After the treatment plan is finalized, our treatment coordinator will outline the associated costs and provide an estimate of insurance coverage, if applicable. A financial agreement will be reviewed and signed, a down payment will be collected, and your procedure will be scheduled. Before you leave, you’ll receive detailed pre-operative instructions and have the opportunity to ask any final questions.
Step 4: Treatment
If scheduling and medical clearance allow, surgery may be performed on the same day as your consultation. However, for patients with a complex medical history or treatment plan, the procedure will be scheduled for a later date.