New Patients at Our Thousand Oaks Dental Office

Your first dental visit with Dr. Vadim Lebovich, DDS

We're accepting new patients. If you're switching dentists, new to the area, or haven't been in for a while, this page covers what to expect so there are no surprises when you arrive.

What happens at your first appointment

Your first visit runs about 1 to 1.5 hours. That's longer than many offices schedule, and it's deliberate — it's enough time to actually look at everything rather than rushing you through.

Dr. Lebovich performs a full oral examination, checking for tooth decay, gum disease, bite problems, and anything else that needs attention. You'll have a full set of X-rays and an oral cancer screening. Afterward, the two of you sit down and go through what he found, what needs treatment now, what can wait, and what it will cost.

A cleaning may happen during the same visit or be scheduled as a follow-up, depending on what the exam turns up. If there's significant tartar buildup or gum inflammation, a standard cleaning isn't the right treatment and we'll tell you that instead of doing it anyway.

You'll leave with a written treatment plan and pricing. No decisions are made for you in the chair.

What to bring

• Photo ID
• Insurance card, if you have one
• A list of medications you currently take, including supplements
• Recent X-rays from a previous dentist, if you have them within the last year
• Your completed new patient forms — see below

Complete your forms before you arrive

Filling these out at home saves 10–15 minutes in the waiting room.

[English patient forms →] · [Formulario para nuevos pacientes →]

If the form doesn't load or you'd rather fill it out on paper, call us at 805-495-2431 and we'll set it aside for you.

Dental insurance and payment options

We're out of network with dental insurance plans. That's a choice, and it's worth explaining rather than burying.

In-network contracts set what a dentist can recommend and how much time each appointment gets. Staying out of network means appointment length is determined by what you need, and treatment recommendations come from Dr. Lebovich rather than from a plan's approved-procedure list.

If you have a PPO: most plans reimburse out-of-network care, often at 50–80% for basic procedures. We provide an itemized superbill after your visit that you submit to your insurer directly.

If you're uninsured: our membership plan runs about $1/day and covers preventive care — exams, cleanings, and X-rays — plus a discount on other treatment. For larger treatment, payment plans are available.

New and uninsured? Your first exam, full X-rays, and oral cancer screening are $59.

If you're nervous about the dentist

A lot of our patients haven't been to a dentist in years, and usually there's a reason. Nobody here is going to lecture you about it.

Tell us at the start of the appointment. We'll explain what's happening before we do it, stop whenever you ask, and go at whatever pace you need. For patients who need more than that, sedation options are available — talk to us when you book.

Our Thousand Oaks dental studio

245 Lombard Street, Thousand Oaks, CA 91360

Just off Moorpark Road near Janss Road, about two minutes from the 101 — exit Moorpark Road heading north. Free parking directly in front of the building.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 10am–5pm
Phone: 805-495-2431

Patients also come to us from Westlake Village, Newbury Park, Agoura Hills, Oak Park, and Calabasas — most within a 10 to 20 minute drive.

About Dr. Lebovich

Dr. Vadim Lebovich earned both his Bachelor of Science in Dental Hygiene and his Doctorate of Dental Surgery from the University of Southern California, completing his DDS in 2006. At USC he was selected by faculty to teach dental hygiene to his classmates and served as a student examiner for the International Dental Students Program. He later completed a dental implant mini-residency.

He is a member of the Ventura County Dental Society, the California Dental Association, and the American Dental Association. He speaks English, Russian, and Spanish.

The practice is independently owned rather than part of a corporate dental group, so you see the same dentist at every visit.

Read more about Dr. Lebovich →

Common questions about your first visit

Are you accepting new patients?
Yes. You can usually get an appointment within a week or two — book online to see current availability.

How long will my first visit take?
About 1 to 1.5 hours.

Do I need a cleaning at the first visit?
Not necessarily. We examine first, then decide what kind of cleaning is appropriate. Sometimes that's a routine cleaning, sometimes it needs to be scheduled separately.

Do you see children?
Yes.

What if I have a dental emergency?
Call 805-495-2431. We keep time open for urgent problems and will get you in same-day when possible.

Do you take my insurance?
We're out of network with all plans and provide superbills for reimbursement. See the insurance section above.