New patients

New Patient Information

A first visit to a new dental office raises the same questions every time: Will my insurance be accepted? What do I bring? How long will it take?

This page answers them so you can walk into Dental Friends without the guesswork. If something is missing, call 718-360-5850 — the front desk answers in English, Polish, and Spanish.

Coverage

Dental insurance

We accept most major dental plans, including Aetna, BlueCross BlueShield, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, MetLife, and UnitedHealthcare. Plan lists change, so please give us your carrier and plan number before your first visit — we will check your coverage and tell you what to expect before you sit in the chair.

  • AetnaAccepted
  • BlueCross BlueShieldAccepted
  • CignaAccepted
  • Delta DentalAccepted
  • GuardianAccepted
  • MetLifeAccepted
  • UnitedHealthcareAccepted
  • Another plan?Call and we will check it

If you do not have dental insurance, please call us. Treatment costs are presented after the examination and before any procedure begins.

Come prepared

What to bring to your first visit

  • 01

    Your dental insurance card(if you have one) and a photo ID.

  • 02

    A list of your medicationsand any chronic conditions, allergies, or pregnancy — they affect the choice of anesthesia and treatment.

  • 03

    Previous records or X-raysfrom your last dentist, if available. Not required, but it shortens the visit.

  • 04

    A few extra minutesfor the registration form and health history.

Step by step

What happens at the first visit

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    Exam, X-rays and a treatment plan

    We start by talking about what brought you in. Then Dr. Aneta Kozyra-Mejia examines your teeth and, if needed, takes X-rays. She then goes over the findings with you and proposes a treatment plan, separating what is urgent from what can wait. If you would like an exam and cleaning during the same visit, please mention it when you book.

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    02.

    Tell us if you are anxious

    If you are anxious about dental work, tell us when you schedule. It helps us set the right pace. More about our approach is on the Our Office page; the full range of treatment is under Services.

Forms

You will complete the registration form and health questionnaire at the office before your first appointment — the front desk is happy to help.

Cancellations and rescheduling

If you cannot make your appointment, please call as early as you can — the slot goes to another patient, often someone in pain.

Office hours

Book your first visit

Call 718-360-5850 and tell us your carrier and plan number. Hablamos español.

This content is for informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Insurance coverage depends on your individual plan.

Hours and address

  • Wednesday, Thursday, Friday10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • Saturday (every other)9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
  • Monday, Tuesday, SundayClosed

459 77th Street, Brooklyn, NY 11209

Bay Ridge