How to become a new patient
Call the office at (903) 843-1010 or use the online appointment request. Tell the team whether you need a routine visit, are experiencing pain, or want to discuss a particular treatment. That helps the office schedule the right kind of appointment.
- Call: (903) 843-1010 during office hours.
- Request online: use the contact form and the office will follow up to confirm a time.
- Dental emergency: call rather than relying on the form so the team can assess urgency.
What to expect at your first dental visit
Your first visit is designed to understand your health, your concerns, and what you want from dental care. The exact appointment depends on why you are coming in and what Dr. Furniss finds.
- A review of your medical history, medications, dental history, and current concerns.
- A dental examination and diagnostic images when they are appropriate for your care.
- A conversation about findings, priorities, treatment options, timing, and estimated cost.
- A cleaning when clinically appropriate and scheduled, or a separate cleaning plan if your needs call for a different type of care.
What to bring to your first appointment
Having a few details ready helps the team spend less time on paperwork and more time on your care.
- Photo identification and your current dental insurance card, if you have coverage.
- A list of medications, allergies, health conditions, and previous dental procedures.
- Recent dental X-rays or records if another office can transfer them before the visit.
- Questions about pain, anxiety, cost, treatment priorities, or anything that would make the visit easier.
A Gilmer dentist for nearby East Texas communities
Furniss Family Dentistry is located in Gilmer and serves patients from throughout Upshur County and surrounding communities, including Big Sandy, Ore City, Pittsburg, Gladewater, and the Longview area. You do not need a referral to request a general dental appointment.