How to Shop for a Dentist
Serving Patients from Medford, Klamath Falls, Ashland, Yreka and Central Point
Choosing your cosmetic dentist is not a matter that should be taken lightly. Since many cosmetic dental procedures can get very costly, you will want to be sure that you get the most qualified, experienced, and talented cosmetic dentist available - one that can guarantee you will be satisfied with your new smile. A great cosmetic dentist must not only be a great technician, but also an artist. With all of the dentists out there claiming to be cosmetic dentists, how can you be sure you are getting the best of the best? Here are a few things to consider.
Essential qualifications
You should look for a cosmetic dentist who has been trained at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. Any board certified dentist can legally advertise him or herself as a “cosmetic” dentist. The problem here is that basic dental school curriculum does not include training in most cosmetic procedures. You will want a dentist who has done post-graduate training in cosmetic and neuromuscular dentistry at the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies - the world’s most prestigious post-grad dental school. Your cosmetic dentist should have the very best training so you can get the very best dental results.
A proven record of past successes will perhaps be the most important thing to look for. Your cosmetic dentist should be able to provide you with many before and after photographs of his or her work. This will give you a chance to see for yourself and judge whether or not that dentist is right for you.
Other questions to ask your Cosmetic Dentist
- How long have you been practicing Cosmetic Dentistry? - While there are a number of tremendously talented and capable cosmetic dentists that have just recently completed their training, there can be no substitute for experience - particularly when it comes down to dealing with complications on the rare occasion that they might occur.
- How do you stay current on all the latest procedures and technologies? - A good cosmetic surgeon will take the initiative to enroll in regular continuing education courses as well as maintain a subscription to a host of dental journals and related publications.
Ultimately, the cosmetic dentist that is right for you should be one that you feel comfortable and confident talking to about your concerns and aesthetic goals and expectations. At Eagle Point Dental, we pride ourselves on not only providing the most advanced dental treatment available, but also the most comfortable, compassionate service to our patients. You can count on us. If you live in Southern Oregon and are interested in improving your smile, please contact us today to arrange an appointment.
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Eagle Point Dental Center for Advanced Dentistry
217 W. Main St
Eagle Point, OR 97524
