New Patients

New Patients

We realize that every patient is a unique and special person, and each has a different set of desires, needs, and experiences. We will do our best to learn from you these desires, needs, and experiences and then help you find and understand the solution that you are looking for. Whether you need a simple correction, a complex restoration, or a cosmetic makeover, it will be done with the highest possible quality.

We welcome you to our practice and will make every effort to make your visits pleasant and comfortable. A healthy smile makes a bold statement. It communicates confidence and quality to everyone you come in contact with. The benefits of a healthy, attractive smile are immeasurable, and our goal is to work with you to help you obtain and maintain the healthy teeth and attractive smile you want and deserve.

It all starts with a comprehensive examination, an accurate diagnosis, and an appropriate treatment plan. Dr. Pate will gather lots of information about your teeth, gums, soft tissue, and bones. You can follow along with the exam on the overhead monitor as Dr. Pate dictates and records your examination findings. He will ask for your input as to how you characterize the problems in your mouth and your priorities. He will also ask your opinion on what you would like to change about your teeth and/or smile, including discolored, misshapen, or misaligned teeth. When appropriate, radiographs and photographs from all angles are taken and analyzed. In some cases, models of your mouth are taken, and mock-ups of an ideal smile or restoration are created. A preventive maintenance plan will be discussed to establish and/or maintain your teeth and gums in a healthy state. Our patients often say it is the most complete examination they've ever received. You will then be presented with a clear, easy-to-understand treatment plan for achieving and maintaining a sound state of oral health as well as an attractive, healthy, comfortable, and confident smile.

Our office provides a full range of dental services, from oral hygiene and preventive dentistry to simple restorative procedures to complex restorations and cosmetic makeovers. We invite you to explore this website to learn of the possibilities of what esthetic and restorative dentistry can do for you. Then contact us today for an evaluation, and we will be honored to have you choose us to help you achieve your goals for creating and maintaining a beautiful, healthy, comfortable, and confident smile.

Financial Information

Methods of Payment

We accept Cash, Check, MasterCard, Visa, CareCredit, or pre-arranged financing plans for payment of fees at the time services are rendered. To apply for a payment plan click on the CareCredit Apply Now button below.

MasterCard Payment Accepted
Visa Payment Accepted
Discover Payment Accepted
American Express Payment Accepted
Credit Care Payments Accepted

Insurance

While dental insurance can be obtained privately, dental insurance is usually a benefit to you provided by your employer. There are limits and co-pays based on the particular plan you are covered under. Our administrative staff will do their best to help you determine your benefits. You are responsible for the full fee if your company does not pay as estimated. This estimation will be clearly disclosed prior to beginning treatment.

Financing Plans

We have convenient payment plans for fitting your needs into your budget. These include:

  • Up to 12 months no interest
  • Longer terms available with interest upon credit check

Click on the CareCredit Apply Now button to fill out a short application, and you can be on your way to a healthier, more beautiful smile!

Credit Care Payments Accepted

New to our practice? Call (863) 967-1233 to get started with Dr. Dwight H. Pate, DMD PA.

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