New Patients

Everything you need for your first visit to the Center for Periodontics & Implant Dentistry.

Convenience at Your Fingertips

Here is some helpful information to make your visit to our office more enjoyable and efficient.
Financing Information

We never want anything to stand in the way of you having a healthy smile. Therefore, we have an experienced team to walk you through your financing options. These include:

Insurance Assistance

Dental insurance coverage depends on the individual policy, and most plans are only intended to cover the basics. The insurance companies determine the specific restrictions and limitations for each plan. We do file insurance claims as a courtesy to our patients and will help you to maximize your benefits.

Our Privacy Policy

NOTICE OF PRIVACY PRACTICES

Charleston Periodontics, P.A, 2090 Charlie Hall Blvd, #Suite 100, Charleston, SC 29414

THIS NOTICE DESCRIBES HOW HEALTH INFORMATION ABOUT YOU AS A PATIENT MAY BE USED AND DISCLOSED AND HOW YOU CAN GET ACCESS TO THIS INFORMATION. PLEASE REVIEW IT CAREFULLY. THE PRIVACY OF YOUR HEALTH INFORMATION IS IMPORTANT TO US.

OUR LEGAL DUTY

Federal and state law requires us to maintain the privacy of your health information. That law also requires us to give you this notice about our web sites and our privacy practices, our legal duties, and your rights concerning your health information. We are required to follow the privacy practices we describe in this notice while it is in effect. This notice takes effect 10/5/2010, and will remain in effect until we replace it.

We reserve the right to change our privacy practices and the terms of this notice at any time, provided that any applicable law permits the changes. We reserve the right to make the changes in our privacy practices and the content of our notice effective for all health information that we maintain, including health information we created or received prior to any changes. Before we make a significant change in our privacy practices, we will change this notice and make the new notice available to you upon request.

You may request a paper copy of this notice at any time. For more information about our privacy practices, or for additional copies of this notice, please contact us using the information listed at the end of this notice.

OUR USES AND DISCLOSURES OF YOUR HEALTH INFORMATION

We use and disclose health information about you for treatment, payment, and health care operations. For example:

Treatment: We may use your health information for treatment or disclose it to a dentist, physician or other health care provider providing treatment to you.

Payment: We may use and disclose your health information to obtain payment for services we provide to you. We may also disclose your health information to another health care provider or entity that is subject to the federal Privacy Rules for its payment activities.

Health Care Operations: We may use and disclose your health information for our health care operations. Health care operations include quality assessment and improvement activities, reviewing the competence or qualifications of health care professionals, evaluating practitioner and provider performance, conducting training programs, accreditation, certification, licensing or credentialing activities. We may disclose your health information to another health care provider or organization that is subject to the federal privacy rules and that has a relationship with you to support some of their health care operations. We may disclose your information to help these organizations conduct quality assessment and improvement activities, review the competence or qualifications of health care professionals, or detect or prevent health care fraud and abuse.

Your Authorization: You may give us written authorization to use your health information or to disclose it to anyone for any purpose. If you give us an authorization, you may revoke it in writing at any time. Your revocation will not affect any uses or disclosures permitted by your authorization while it was in effect. Unless you give us a written authorization, we cannot use or disclose your health information for any reason except those described in this notice.

To Your Family and Friends: We may disclose your health information to a family member, friend or other person to the extent necessary to help with your health care or with payment for your health care. Before we disclose your health information to these people, we will provide you with an opportunity to object to our use or disclosure. If you are not present, or in the event of your incapacity or an emergency, we will disclose your medical information based on our professional judgment of whether the disclosure would be in your best interest. We may use our professional judgment and our experience with common practice to make reasonable inferences of your best interest in allowing a person to pick up filled prescriptions, medical supplies, x-rays, or other similar forms of health information. We may use or disclose information about you to notify or assist in notifying a person involved in your care, of your location and general condition.

Appointment Reminders: We may use or disclose your health information to provide you with appointment reminders (such as voicemail messages, postcards, or letters).

Disaster Relief: We may use or disclose your health information to a public or private entity authorized by law or by its charter to assist in disaster relief efforts.

Public Benefit: We may use or disclose your medical information as authorized by law for the following purposes deemed to be in the public interest or benefit:

-as required by law for public health activities, including disease and vital statistic reporting, child abuse reporting, FDA oversight, and to employers regarding work-related illness or injury;

-to report adult abuse, neglect, or domestic violence;

-to health oversight agencies;

-in response to court and administrative orders and other lawful processes;

-to law enforcement officials pursuant to subpoenas and other lawful processes, concerning crime victims, suspicious deaths, crimes on our premises, reporting crimes in emergencies, and for purposes of identifying or locating a suspect or other person;

-to coroners, medical examiners, and funeral directors;

-to avert a serious threat to health or safety;

-in connection with certain research activities;

-to the military and to federal officials for lawful intelligence, counterintelligence, and national security activities;

-to correctional institutions regarding inmates; and

-as authorized by state worker’s compensation laws.

PATIENT RIGHTS

Access: You have the right to look at or get copies of your health information, with limited exceptions. You may request that we provide copies in a format other than photocopies. We will use the format you request unless we cannot practicably do so. You must make a request in writing to obtain access to your health information. You may request access by sending us a letter to the address at the end of this notice. If you request copies, we will charge you a reasonable cost-based fee that may include labor, copying costs, and postage. If you request an alternative format, we will charge a cost-based fee for providing your health information in that format. If you prefer, we may – but are not required to – prepare a summary or an explanation of your health information for a fee. Contact us using the information listed at the end of this notice for more information about fees.

Disclosure Accounting: You have the right to receive a list of instances in which we or our business associates disclosed your health information over the last 6 years (but not before 10/5/2010). That list will not include disclosures for treatment, payment, health care operations, as authorized by you, and for certain other activities. If you request this accounting more than once in a 12-month period, we may charge you a reasonable, cost-based fee for responding to these additional requests. Contact us using the information listed at the end of this notice for more information about fees.

Restriction: You have the right to request that we place additional restrictions on our use or disclosure of your health information. We are not required to agree to these additional restrictions, but if we do, we will abide by our agreement (except in an emergency). Any agreement we may make to a request for additional restrictions must be in writing signed by a person authorized to make such an agreement on our behalf. Your request is not binding unless our agreement is in writing.

Alternative Communication: You have the right to request that we communicate with you about your health information by alternative means or to alternative locations. You must make your request in writing to our office. You must specify in your request the alternative means or location, and provide satisfactory explanation how you will handle payment under the alternative means or location you request.

Amendment: You have the right to request that we amend your health information. Your request must be in writing, and it must explain why we should amend the information. We may deny your request under certain circumstances.

QUESTIONS AND COMPLAINTS

If you want more information about our privacy practices or have questions or concerns, please contact us using the information listed at the end of this notice.

If you believe that:

-we may have violated your privacy rights,

-we made a decision about access to your health information incorrectly,

-our response to a request you made to amend or restrict the use or disclosure of your health information was incorrect, or

-we should communicate with you by alternative means or at alternative locations, you may contact us using the information listed below. You also may submit a written complaint to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. We will provide you with the address to file your complaint with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services upon request. We support your right to the privacy of your health information. We will not retaliate in any way if you choose to file a complaint with us or with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services.

Referring Dentists

If you would like to refer your patient to our office, please contact us at 843-766-7131.

Smiling From the Start

We're confident you'll feel right at home from your very first visit. Here is what you can expect when enjoying your premier appointment.

Friendly Welcome

As you step into our relaxing atmosphere, you’ll be greeted by our smiling front desk team who will offer you a beverage.

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Your Comprehensive Exam

One of our periodontists in Charleston will perform a thorough evaluation of your teeth and gums, while focusing on your main concern.

Smile for the Camera

We will take some photos and x-rays of your smile for our Charleston periodontists to refer to during your exam.

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Health History

Our dental assistant leads you into the treatment area and spends some time reviewing your paperwork, including your health history.

All About You

During the exam, we spend this time getting to know you and your comfort level. We’ll also discuss our diagnosis and the ideal options for you.

Coordinating Your Treatment

Finally, you’ll sit down with your personal Treatment Coordinator and discuss your plan and financial options. When you are ready, we can book your next visit.

Great experience. Would highly recommend Dr. Laro. He took his time and explained everything. Did a great job. No pain, fast recovery. Thanks!

Claudia C. (Actual Patient)

Specialist Dental Services You Can Trust

So many possibilities for your smile!
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Office Hours

The Center for Periodontics & Implant Dentistry opens at 8 AM, five days a week.

  • Monday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Tuesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Wednesday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Thursday: 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
  • Friday: 8:00 am – 2:00 pm

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Our Address

Being located in the center of Charleston, SC makes it easy to find our modern office. 2090 Charlie Hall Boulevard, Suite #100 Charleston, SC 29414

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Get Directions

We are located on the street directly behind the Home Depot. Our building is directly behind their loading dock. If coming on I-526 westbound, take exit 11B. We are across Glenn McConnell Pkwy from St. Francis Hospital, near the shopping center with Kohl’s, Food Lion, McDonald's, and Chick-fil-A.

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Dr. Jeffery Laro, Dr. Caleb Poston, and Dr. Wade smiling
Our Specialists

Our specialty office is led by three periodontists of the highest regard in Charleston, SC. Together, they use the latest technology and advanced techniques to restore the health of your teeth and gums. Meet our experts:

  • Dr. Jeffrey Laro
  • Dr. Caleb Poston
  • Dr. Jennifer Wade

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We look forward to serving you!