First Visit | New Patients

Arctic Oral Surgery, Dr. Rios-Andersen, Anchorage & Eagle River AK

Your initial appointment will consist of a consultation explaining your diagnosis and treatment options. Occasionally, surgery can be performed the same day as the consultation. We see patients by appointment and referral only.

Please assist us by providing the following information at the time of your consultation:

• Your surgical referral slip and any x-rays if applicable.
• A list of medications you are presently taking.
• If you have medical or dental insurance, bring the necessary completed forms. This will save time and allow us to help you process any claims.

X-Rays
If your dentist or physician has taken x-rays you may request that they forward them to our office. If there is not enough time, please pick them up and bring them to our office. If additional films are necessary they can be taken at our facility.

IMPORTANT: All patients under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian at the consultation visit.

In case of a possible same day procedure has been coordinated; A preoperative consultation and limited physical examination is mandatory for patients undergoing IV anesthesia for surgery. Please have nothing to eat or drink six hours prior to your surgery. You will also need an adult to drive you home.

Please alert the office if you have a medical condition that may be of concern prior to surgery (i.e., diabetes, high blood pressure, artificial heart valves and joints, rheumatic fever, etc.) or if you are currently taking any medications (i.e., heart medications, aspirin, anticoagulant therapy, etc.).

Occasionally, a complex medical history or treatment plan may require a consultation or a re-evaluation at a second appointment to provide treatment on another day.