A cosmetic dentist is a dental professional who helps patients improve the confidence they have in their smile by addressing anything that may make them feel insecure. Examples of concerns patients often have about their smiles are stained teeth, misaligned teeth, short or uneven teeth, and more. This guide provides four questions you can ask a cosmetic dentist to better determine if treatment is right for you.
4 Questions to ask a cosmetic dentist during a consultation visit
Below are four great questions to ask your cosmetic dentist during a consultation visit. The following are general answers to these questions, but it is important to get specific answers during a one-on-one consultation visit to best determine how they can help you achieve the smile of your dreams.
1. How can treatment improve my smile?
Most consultations begin with a discussion of why the patient has decided to come for a visit. This is the time when the patient can discuss the goals they have for improving their smile. Based on the specific goals the patient has, the dentist can provide details on how treatment can help them reach their goals. There are many different services involved with cosmetic dentistry, and the patient and the cosmetic dentist can put together a treatment plan that works.
2. How can I make treatment more affordable and efficient?
Many people are hesitant to visit a cosmetic dentist as they fear that treatment costs too much or takes too long to see results. If this is a concern, then it is helpful to discuss the cost and timeline for treatment during a consultation. Cosmetic dentistry services are often covered by dental insurance providers. If treatment is not covered or the patient is uninsured, then the cosmetic dentist can put together a treatment plan that cuts down on the overall cost and time it takes to complete treatment by combining services into a single smile makeover treatment plan.
3. What treatments are right for my specific treatment goals?
Some of the more common procedures that are performed by cosmetic dentists include teeth whitening (in-office and take-home), dental veneers, composite bonding, tooth-colored ceramic crowns, and teeth replacement restorations. Be sure to speak with the cosmetic dentist about the services that are most appropriate for meeting your cosmetic goals.
4. What can I do to protect the beauty of my smile?
After treatment is complete and the patient is satisfied and confident with their smile, the focus can turn toward keeping the smile looking great through good oral hygiene at home, smart dietary choices, and regular cleaning and check-up visits. These preventive measures can also be discussed during the consultation.
Get in touch with our cosmetic dentistry team today
The cosmetic dentistry process begins with a consultation visit. During your consultation, we can answer all of the questions that you have and address any concerns you have with treatment. We can also put together a treatment plan that fits your budget and timeline as well. So why wait? Contact us today to get started.
Request an appointment here: https://creatingsmiles.dental or call Creating Smiles Family Dental PC at (973) 302-2082 for an appointment in our Bloomfield office.
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