New Patients at Art of Dentistry
Starting with a new dentist can feel like a lot, especially if it’s been a while or the dentist hasn’t been your favorite place. We’ve built the first visit to take that pressure off. Whether you’re here for routine care or finally tackling something you’ve been putting off, you’re welcome exactly as you are.
Your First Visit Is a Conversation
Your first appointment starts with getting to know you—not diving straight into treatment. Our team will greet you and get you settled, and you’ll fill out your medical history right on an iPad, no clipboard required. From there, we’ll take X-rays and diagnostic images to get a clear, complete picture of your oral health.
Once that’s done, Dr. Sirisha Pulapaka sits down with you to go over what those X-rays show, hear what’s on your mind, and answer your questions before anything else happens.
Nothing gets decided for you. By the end of the visit, you’ll understand where things stand and what your options are, and you’ll choose your next step on your own timeline.
What Comfort Looks Like Here
We know that for a lot of people, “going to the dentist” comes with some baggage—a bad past experience, dental anxiety, or just not loving the idea of sitting in the chair. That’s exactly what we’ve designed against.
Our staff is trained to be warm and approachable from the moment you walk in, not just clinically competent. We take time to actually get to know you so your care fits you—not a generic checklist. We explain things clearly and welcome questions, and we take pain management seriously, making sure you’re numb and comfortable before we ever start a procedure. If you’re bringing the family, there’s a kids’ play area and a waiting room designed to feel more like a lounge than a clinic.
Simple Before You Arrive
We keep the logistics easy so the visit itself can be the focus.
- New patient forms you can download, fill out, and bring with you—or send back ahead of time (PDF and Word)
- Consent forms, available to download the same way
- Virtual consultations available if you’d rather start with a conversation from home
- Your completed patient information form
- Your insurance card
Once your first visit is complete, follow-up care is straightforward. At your next appointment, one of our hygienists will clean and polish your teeth and check for any early signs of cavities or gum disease. The American Dental Association recommends a checkup every six months to keep things on track, and most appointments run between 45 and 90 minutes—so it’s easy to plan around.
Insurance, Membership, and Payment
We want cost to be clear, not a surprise at the end. Art of Dentistry works with a range of options so care stays accessible:
- Most PPO insurance plans accepted
- Medicare accepted
- CareCredit
- Lending Club
- An in-office membership plan for guests without insurance
- Interest-free financing options
For the full details on financing and the membership plan, see our Financial Information page. If you’re not sure how your coverage fits, call and the team will walk you through it.
Call Art of Dentistry in Milwaukee, WI to set up your first visit with Dr. Sirisha Pulapaka. Booking by phone means we can answer your questions and find the right time for you in one quick conversation — and if you’d rather start from home, just ask about a virtual consultation.
