New Patients

Welcoming New Patients in the Sikeston community

Thank you for choosing Cox Family Dentistry! Whether you’re new to the area, exploring your dental care options, or simply looking for a more personalized approach, we’re excited to meet you.
Our goal is to make your first visit smooth, comfortable, and informative. From the moment you walk through our doors, you’ll be treated like family—with respect, compassion, and transparency.

Your First Visit: What to Expect

Your initial appointment will give us the opportunity to get to know you and your oral health needs. Here’s what you can typically expect:

  • A warm welcome from our friendly team
  • One-on-one consultation with Dr. Sam Cox
  • Full dental exam and any necessary X-rays
  • Discussion of your dental health and treatment options
  • Time to ask questions and feel confident in your care


We take a no-pressure approach and will always explain your options clearly so you can make informed decisions about your dental health.

A Comfortable, Judgment-Free Experience

We understand that visiting the dentist isn’t easy for everyone. Whether it’s been six months or six years since your last dental visit, you’ll never be judged here—only supported. Dr. Cox and our team are committed to making you feel relaxed, informed, and cared for every step of the way.

Financial Policy

We file all dental insurance!

As a healthcare provider and small business we rely on timely payments to meet obligations so we can continue to provide the best dentistry possible. Patients are responsible for any difference between our office fees and the amount covered by their dental insurance. For example, if a procedure costs $150 and your insurance covers $100, you will be responsible for the remaining $50.

We will do our best to give you an estimate of your investment into your dental health for each upcoming visit, based on your individualized treatment plan. You will be given our best estimate of your next visit’s total bill. With a proper diagnosis and treatment plan, most estimates we provide are very close to your projected portion. Our team is highly trained in dental insurance and is happy to help you understand your benefits and assist with claim submissions.

We ask that outstanding balances are handled within 30 days of treatment. Delinquent balances over 90 days may be subject to our Collection Agency of choice.

Your dental appointments are scheduled carefully. Time, trained personnel and dental equipment are reserved for each of your procedures. We request 24 hours notice for rescheduling.

Office Policy For Patients With Dental Insurance

Please bring your insurance card and photo ID to your first visit.

You need to be aware that:

  • We will always do our best to maximize your benefits.
  • We will file claims for you as a courtesy. Your dental insurance policy is a contract between you, your employer, and your insurance company.
  • Your treatment plan is personalized based on your individual needs and is not influenced by your dental insurance coverage or lack of benefits
  • Not all services are covered by every insurance plan, and some carriers may choose not to cover certain procedures. It is your responsibility to understand your policy’s coverage and limitations. We are unable to mediate insurance decisions. If a service is deemed non-covered, disallowed, or cosmetic, charges may not be submitted to insurance and will be the responsibility of the patient or account guarantor.

Our team is trained to assist you with questions about how your claim was filed or to help provide any additional information your insurance carrier may need. Please don’t hesitate to ask if you have any questions.

New Patient Forms

To save time at your first appointment, we encourage you to complete our new patient forms in advance.

Online forms coming soon.

Prefer to fill them out in person? Just arrive about 15 minutes early, and we’ll be happy to help you get started.

Schedule Your First Visit

We’re currently welcoming new patients and can’t wait to help you feel great about your smile. Contact us today to schedule your first appointment.