New Patients
Smile Encinitas Dental Care
What Makes Our Care Different
Welcome to Smile Encinitas Dental Care, home of Dr. Dustin Deering. We make dental visits clear, comfortable, and on time. This page shows what to expect, what to bring, and how to book and complete your forms online.
What To Expect
Your first visit is simple and friendly. We listen to your goals, review your health history, and complete a careful exam. Most new patients start with a checkup and cleaning. If you are in pain, call us—we do our best to fit urgent needs in the same day or next morning.
After you book, you’ll receive a confirmation and a link to finish your secure online forms before you arrive. We’ll also send helpful reminders so you know exactly what to bring.
Anxiety-Free
Care
Conservative & Honest Treatment
Stress-Free, Comfort-First Visits
Modern Diagnostics
First-Visit Checklist
Bring the basics and you’ll be set:
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Photo ID and dental insurance card
(if you have one)
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Medication list and any allergy info
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Recent X-rays or records
(if available)
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Night guard, retainer, or mouthguard
if you use one
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Payment method
for your portion, if any
Tip: Complete your Modento forms online (phone-friendly) so check-in is fast, most patients finish in about 10–15 minutes.
Schedule OnlineInsurance & Payment
We accept most PPO plans. We’re in-network with Cigna PPO and United Concordia PPO. Out-of-network PPOs are welcome, too. We verify benefits, share a written estimate before treatment, and file your claims for you. No insurance? Ask about simple monthly payments.
Why we keep it simple: clear estimates, conservative care, and options that fit your budget, without surprises at checkout.
Comfort Options
We practice “slow dentistry” when you need it: steady pace, clear steps, and breaks anytime. We use strong numbing, gentle techniques, and calming communication. On request, you can also meet Snoop, our friendly therapy dog. Many patients find he makes visits easier.
If you are anxious, tell us. We’ll go at your speed and explain each step so you feel in control.
Explore next steps
Schedule Online
Pick a time that works for you. Same-day help for many emergencies.
Insurance & Financing
Learn how benefits work here and see payment options.
FAQs
Short answers to common questions from local patients.
Reviews
See real stories from North County families.
Smile Gallery
Before/after cases that show our conservative, natural-looking results.
Complete forms
Use our HIPAA-secure portal to submit your new-patient paperwork. We only accept forms through Modento for privacy and security.Schedule Your Appointment Online
Choose your visit type—new patient exam/cleaning, checkup, emergency, or consult—and book in minutes from your phone: