3 Questions To Help You Choose The Right Dentist For You
Do you have some problems with your teeth? Are you wanting to get them worked on but are a bit nervous about doing so? Few people actually like going to the dentist. This is often tied to having a bad experience with a bad dentist as a child. But these same people probably would never think of no longer cutting their hair simply because of a bad haircut at some point. Just as most hairdressers are at least okay, the overwhelming majority of dentists are good at what they do and can help you with your issues. Since not every dentist will be perfect for every single patient, here are some things you can ask to help you narrow down your choices:
What kind of work does your office do? Some offices are able to offer pretty much any and all dental services, from basic fillings to braces to dentures and more. Such an office is convenient because you won't have to look elsewhere to find a separate orthodontist and so on. However, these offices can also be busy and it can be difficult to get an appointment if you need special work on your teeth. You may still have to visit a separate dental office after all.
How many dentists do you have and who chooses which dentist to see? In some offices that offer multiple dental services, there will be several basic dentists on staff in addition to a few various specialists. At some of these offices, appointments are given on a rotating basis. At one appointment, you might see one dentist while a followup appointment will be with a second dentist; it'll depend on who has an open appointment slot. At other offices, you are able to choose which dentist to go with each time. This is great for people who want to build a rapport with their dentist before any serious work is performed.
Do you take my insurance? When you have dental insurance, it's important to find an office that will accept your insurance or else you'll be stuck paying for any and all dental services out of your own pocket. Not every dental office takes all dental plans, nor is there anything saying that they have to do so. Some dentists may not take any insurance at all, opting instead to always bill their patients directly. Even if you're looking for dental services that aren't covered under your insurance plan anyway, it helps to at least know if they'd take your insurance if you found out you needed work that would be covered by your plan.