Your First Visit: What to Expect During a Free Dental Implant Consultation in Our Office

Your First Visit: What to Expect During a Free Dental Implant Consultation in Our Office

Originally published: July 2026 | Reviewed by Dr. Michael Berglass, DDS

A free dental implant consultation at West Palm Beach Family Dental includes a comprehensive clinical examination, all necessary diagnostic X-rays, a three-dimensional bone density evaluation when clinically indicated, and a fully itemized treatment plan with transparent pricing — all at no charge. 

Dr. Michael Berglass, D.D.S., a fellowship-trained implant dentist with 25+ years of clinical experience, personally conducts every consultation from start to finish with no handoff to a treatment coordinator or sales staff.

The entire visit runs approximately 60–90 minutes and ends with a clear clinical recommendation, a written treatment plan, and the practice’s $2,400 all-inclusive price — before the patient makes any decision about proceeding.

Key Takeaways

• The free consultation includes clinical examination, diagnostic X-rays, bone density evaluation, and a complete itemized treatment plan at no charge.
• Dr. Berglass personally conducts every consultation — no treatment coordinators, no sales staff, no pressure to commit at the appointment.
• Patients leave with a written treatment plan and transparent, all-inclusive pricing of $2,400 before making any decision.
• The visit runs approximately 60–90 minutes and requires no referral from another dentist to schedule.

Most dental offices charge $150–$300 for the evaluation. Dr. Berglass provides free — schedule your consultation at West Palm Beach Family Dental before paying another office for what we show you at no cost.

Before You Arrive: What to Prepare for the First Visit

No referral is required from another dentist or physician to schedule. Patients can call (561) 968-6022 or submit a request directly through the contact page.

Bring a current medication list — bisphosphonates, anticoagulants, corticosteroids, and immunosuppressants directly affect surgical timing and protocol decisions. 

Any existing dental X-rays taken within the past 12 months are worth bringing, though Dr. Berglass orders independent imaging during the visit regardless. Patients with quotes or treatment plans from other offices should bring those for a line-by-line comparison at no additional charge.

No dietary restrictions apply before a standard consultation. Patients who qualify for and choose same-day placement receive pre-operative instructions at that time.

Step One: Intake, Medical History, and Clinical Interview

Dr. Berglass personally conducts the medical and dental history review — no delegation to an assistant or front desk coordinator. He evaluates systemic conditions that affect implant candidacy, including diabetes, osteoporosis, cardiovascular disease, and prior radiation therapy to the head and neck, and reviews medications for drug classes requiring protocol modifications.

The interview also covers the history of tooth loss — how long the tooth has been missing, whether interim dentures or partials were worn, and what prior dental work was performed at the site. 

This timeline informs the bone resorption estimate before imaging confirms actual volume. The intake phase runs approximately 15–20 minutes.

Step Two: Clinical Examination and Oral Health Assessment

Dr. Berglass examines every tissue and structure relevant to implant placement — not only the missing tooth site. Adjacent teeth are checked for decay and failing restorations. Periodontal probing depths and bone levels around natural teeth identify active gum disease that must be resolved before surgery. 

Soft tissue quality at the implant site, occlusal bite alignment, and signs of bruxism round out the clinical picture, since each variable affects the implant crown’s long-term performance.

Examination Area	What Dr. Berglass Evaluates	Why It Matters
Adjacent teeth	Decay, cracks, existing restorations	Untreated disease near the site increases failure risk
Periodontal health	Probing depths, bone levels	Active periodontitis elevates peri-implantitis risk
Soft tissue quality	Keratinized gingiva width and thickness	Affects crown emergence stability
Occlusal relationship	Bite alignment, bruxism signs	Determines crown load forces and the need for a night guard
Edentulous ridge	Ridge width, height, tissue contour	Predicts imaging findings and placement strategy

Step Three: Diagnostic Imaging — What X-Rays Are Included at No Charge

Every consultation includes periapical and panoramic X-rays at no extra charge. When the clinical presentation indicates reduced bone volume, prior denture wear, or complex anatomy, Dr. Berglass orders a cone-beam CT (CBCT) scan during the same visit — also at no charge. 

The CBCT produces a three-dimensional bone model with submillimeter accuracy that two-dimensional imaging cannot provide, mapping bone width, nerve canal depth, and sinus floor position before any surgical decision is made.

The National Institute of Dental and Craniofacial Research’s Dental Implants clinical resource identifies preoperative three-dimensional imaging as a critical component of safe implant planning in patients with suspected bone volume deficiency. 

The American Dental Association’s Dental Radiographic Examinations: Recommendations for Patient Selection and Limiting Radiation Exposure guideline recommends comprehensive diagnostic imaging before any multi-phase implant procedure to ensure accurate treatment planning and patient safety.

Imaging Type	Included Free	What It Shows	When Ordered
Periapical X-ray	Yes	Root proximity, bone height at the site	Every consultation
Panoramic X-ray	Yes	Full arch, sinus, and nerve overview	Every consultation
CBCT (3D scan)	Yes — when indicated	Bone width, nerve depth, sinus floor	Bone loss, complex anatomy, atrophy signs

Step Four: Treatment Plan Presentation and Transparent Pricing

After the imaging review, Dr. Berglass presents a complete written treatment plan that itemizes every clinical step, every component, and every cost before the patient commits to anything. 

The plan specifies whether the patient qualifies for same-day implant placement or a staged timeline, identifies any required preparatory procedures, and lists the complete restoration sequence through final crown delivery.

The $2,400 all-inclusive price covers the titanium implant post — an endosseous device cleared under the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s Class II medical device classification for dental use — the custom abutment, and the porcelain or zirconia crown. 

Bone grafting or sinus augmentation, when clinically indicated, appears as a separate conditional line item with clear justification — not as a post-commitment surprise. 

Financing options — CareCredit at 0% interest for 6–24 months, in-house plans at $79/month with no credit check, and the savings plan at $375/year — are presented as logistical information alongside the clinical plan, not as a separate sales conversation.

A treatment plan that hides costs until after you commit is not transparency — Dr. Berglass shows you every number before you decide at West Palm Beach Family Dental.

What Happens if You Need Additional Procedures First

Some patients arrive expecting a straightforward implant and leave with a plan that includes preparatory steps they did not anticipate. Dr. Berglass identifies these conditions during examination and imaging and explains each one before presenting any cost figures.

Active periodontal disease requires treatment before placement because bacterial infection at the site elevates failure risk. Patients with periodontitis receive a gum disease treatment recommendation with a clear healing timeline before implant surgery is scheduled.

Insufficient bone volume triggers either a grafting recommendation or an alternative placement strategy — such as tilted implants, short implant systems, or ridge expansion — depending on what the imaging shows. 

Failing restorations on adjacent teeth receive a sequenced treatment recommendation, so patients understand what happens first, second, and third without having to navigate multiple providers or offices.

Dental practice regulations in Florida require practitioners to provide patients with written treatment plans before consent to procedures — West Palm Beach Family Dental exceeds that standard by presenting the complete plan, including all contingencies and costs, at the free consultation before any surgical commitment is made.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does a dental implant consultation involve, and are X-rays included?

A dental implant consultation at West Palm Beach Family Dental includes a full clinical examination, periapical and panoramic X-rays at no charge, a CBCT scan when bone loss or complex anatomy is present, and a complete written treatment plan with itemized pricing — all provided free with no obligation to proceed. Dr. Berglass personally conducts every step without delegating to a treatment coordinator or sales representative.

How long does a dental implant consultation take? 

A dental implant consultation at West Palm Beach Family Dental lasts approximately 60 to 90 minutes, from intake through treatment plan presentation. The visit covers medical history review, full clinical examination, diagnostic imaging, and a complete written treatment plan with transparent pricing — all completed in a single appointment with Dr. Berglass personally.

Do I need a referral to get a free implant consultation? 

No referral is required from a general dentist, specialist, or physician to schedule a free consultation at West Palm Beach Family Dental. Patients contact the office directly by phone at (561) 968-6022 or through the website contact page to book an evaluation with Dr. Berglass at no charge and with no obligation to proceed with treatment.

Will I find out the cost of my implants at the first visit? 

Dr. Berglass presents a complete written treatment plan with fully itemized pricing before the patient leaves the first appointment. The plan includes the $2,400 all-inclusive implant price and any preparatory procedure costs listed as conditional line items with clinical justification — no verbal estimates that become larger invoices after the patient commits to treatment.

Can I bring my existing implant quote from another office? 

Patients with existing quotes from other providers should bring them to the free consultation for comparison. Dr. Berglass reviews each line of the estimate, identifies missing components or inflated charges, and presents the practice’s $2,400 all-inclusive pricing alongside the original quote for direct comparison.

What imaging is included in the free consultation? 

Every free consultation includes periapical X-rays and panoramic imaging at no charge. Patients presenting with a history of bone loss, prior denture wear, or complex anatomy receive a cone-beam CT scan during the same visit, at no charge. All diagnostic imaging ordered at the consultation is included — no separate imaging fees appear on any invoice after the visit.

Will Dr. Berglass be the one doing my consultation? 

Dr. Berglass personally conducts every implant consultation from intake through treatment plan presentation. No portion of the evaluation is delegated to a treatment coordinator or sales representative. The same fellowship-trained provider who performs the consultation also places the implant and delivers the final crown.

What should I bring to my dental implant consultation? 

Patients should bring a complete, current medication list, including over-the-counter supplements; any dental X-rays taken within the past 12 months; and any implant quotes or treatment plans received from other providers. No special dietary preparation is required for the consultation unless same-day implant placement is being considered at the appointment.

What happens if I need bone grafting before an implant? 

Dr. Berglass identifies the need for bone grafting during the imaging review and presents it as a conditional line item in the written treatment plan, with clear clinical justification and the associated cost explicitly listed. Patients also learn whether alternative placement strategies — tilted implants, short implant systems, or ridge expansion — may eliminate the need for grafting based on their specific bone architecture.

Can treatment start at the first visit? 

Patients who qualify for same-day implant placement based on imaging findings and clinical evaluation can begin treatment during the consultation visit if they choose to proceed. Dr. Berglass evaluates immediate-placement eligibility using diagnostic imaging and presents the option with transparent pricing before any surgical commitment is made at the appointment.

Is the consultation truly free with no hidden charges? 

The consultation at West Palm Beach Family Dental carries no charge for the clinical examination, diagnostic X-rays, CBCT imaging when ordered, treatment planning, or time spent with Dr. Berglass reviewing findings and answering questions. No fee appears on any invoice for the first visit, regardless of how long the appointment lasts or how many imaging types are ordered.