How To Find A Great Dentist?

Are you looking for a new dental home? It can feel scary going to someone new! Get empowered by turning the tables! YOU ask the dentist & dental hygienist the following questions on technology, time, payment options, and social media information.

Let's start with asking the dentist the following questions on technology.
1. Ask what type of x-ray machine they have + how often they recommend taking x-rays.
2. Do they have the technology for a crown to be completed in one appointment?
3. Cosmetic procedures like veneers, bonding, botox. Ask for recent before and after photos + view written testimonials from patients.
4. Dental implants, orthodontics, sleep apnea - are these referred out of your dental practice to specialists?
5. Occlusion - do they check your bite? TMJ? How do they get your bite right?
6. In-office whitening - NOTE: are you a candidate for this?

Technology questions for the dental hygienist
1. Do you have an intra-oral camera? This helps to involve YOU and empower you to reach your best state of oral health!
2. What caries risk assessment screenings do you offer?
3. What oral cancer screening technology do you have?
4. Do you have periodontal software and how often do you document?
5. How often are your ultrasonic and hand instruments replaced?

TIME is very important! A minimum of 1 hour with the dental hygienist is key for your health and wellness visit.

Blood pressure recordings should be performed each visit.
Extra-oral exam (TMJ, thyroid)
Health history including medications and discuss oral health side effects.
Discuss whether you have had the HPV vaccine and it's relation to oral cancer. Review risks and symptoms.
Recognize what is healthy to eat and drink according to your lifestyle and oral health.
Discover what oral hygiene home care products will best work for you.


Motivational Speaker, Author, Video Blogger & Social Media Influencer Anastasia takes her 30 years of dental hygiene to influence professionals and consumers on health advice that helps you and your family live a healthy lifestyle.
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