Welcome to Harlow Dental! We're thrilled that you've considered our team for you and your family's dental care. With three convenient locations at Steele Creek, 7th Street, and Eastway, we make it easy for busy Charlotte, NC, families to receive their dental care comfortably and efficiently.
Here's what you can expect from your visit to Harlow Dental, no matter which location you choose.
A Walk Through Your Visit, Step By Step
Sometimes, the anticipation of an activity is much worse than the activity itself. This is often true of dental appointments, especially at Harlow Dental. Our patients often tell us they are pleasantly surprised by how easy, comfortable, and efficient their visits are at our Charlotte dental office.
Here's an example of a typical comfort-focused appointment with one of our dentists:
- Initial evaluation — If you're a new patient, this will take longer, as we allow plenty of time to get to know you. If you're coming in for a specific procedure, we'll evaluate you first to determine your treatment options and help you choose one that best fits your needs, lifestyle, and smile goals.
- Transparency — During your initial evaluation, our dentists use clear, plain language and explain procedures thoroughly to ensure you understand your options completely. We also explain fees, insurance estimates, and payment options so there are no financial surprises around your treatment. You'll have a clear understanding of everything that will take place on your treatment day and what your out-of-pocket expenses will be.
- Options to relieve anxiety — At Harlow Dental, we understand that dental anxiety is a real condition that often keeps patients from the important dental care they need. If you feel anxious or fearful about dental procedures, we encourage you to talk with our dentists and learn more about options like nitrous oxide, or laughing gas, that can take the edge off during dental procedures.
- Comfort tools — Our dentists use tools such as the intraoral camera to show you exactly what they see, local anesthesia to ensure you don't feel a thing during your visit, and clear communication from you to alert them when you need a break.
At Harlow Dental, your comfort is our top priority, and we're here to help you have the best dental experience possible.
Before Your Appointment: What to Tell Us
Your initial evaluation is the best time to discuss anxieties or fears around your visit. Our dentists can then tailor your care to your unique needs and ensure that we use all of our comfort tools during your visit. Here's what we should know.
Your health history matters. Please let us know about any medical conditions, recent surgeries, or ongoing treatments, as these can affect how we plan your care. We'll also discuss any allergies that could impact the materials we recommend and use for your procedure. Be sure to share a complete list of your current medications, including over-the-counter drugs, vitamins, and supplements, since some can interact with anesthetics or affect healing.
Tell us what's worked and what hasn't. If you've had a difficult dental experience in the past, we want to hear about it. Whether it was a sensitivity to certain sounds, trouble getting numb, or a particular moment that made you uneasy, this helps us avoid repeating anything that caused stress.
Let us know about physical comfort needs. If you have jaw pain or stiffness, neck or back issues, a strong gag reflex, or difficulty lying flat for long periods, we can adjust your positioning, schedule more frequent breaks, or shorten your appointments.
Share your preferences. Some patients like a step-by-step explanation of what's happening, while others prefer to know as little as possible. You can also agree on a simple hand signal to pause at any time. You're always in control, and we'll follow your lead.
Pregnant or planning to be? Please let us know, as it may affect the timing of certain treatments and the way we approach imaging or medications.
No questions or concerns are silly here. The more we know, the better we can care for you, so tell us anything that's on your mind.
Why Choose Harlow Dental?
If you're looking for the gentle dentists in Charlotte, NC, that patients trust, look no further than Harlow Dental. We personalize dental care and tailor treatment to each patient's unique needs. With three convenient NC locations, early morning appointments for busy families, and comfort-focused care, we are your one-stop for comprehensive, comfortable family dental care.
If you're looking for a "comfortable dental visit near me," you can request a visit online or talk with our team at (704) 333-6010 for our 7th Street location, (704) 588-1515 for our Steele Creek location, and (704) 563-5327 for our Eastway location.