How to Find a Cosmetic Dentist

Showing confidence through a great smile is an easy way to feel great about yourself! If you do not love your smile, cosmetic dentistry might be a good option for you. To make sure you use a dentist that is well qualified, you will need to do some research!

How to Choose a Cosmetic Dentist

You get what you pay for and cosmetic dentist is no different! A high-quality dentist is going to cost more than one who has less experience but you can discuss what you hope to achieve and what the cost will be before you begin treatment. It is very important that you feel comfortable with the dentist that you choose to do your cosmetic work so do not make your decision on cost alone.

Ask for Referrals

Reach out to your friends and family who you know that have had cosmetic dentistry for referrals to help you find a cosmetic dentist! Your general dentist may also have some recommendations and know who in the business has a good reputation for doing excellent work. Go online and search all of your newly required recommendations and read any reviews you can find. No one is going to have 100% positive reviews so read as much as you can!

Verify Credentials

Since any dentist can refer to themselves as a cosmetic dentist, it would benefit you to investigate them through the America Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry to make sure they have the necessary credentials.

Continuing Education and Training

Education for cosmetic dentistry has to be obtained after dental school since most schools do not offer general education for cosmetic dentistry. A good cosmetic dentist will continue postgraduate education and hands on training specifically to gain experience in their chosen area. Find out how long they have been practicing cosmetic dentistry and how much of their daily practice is focused on cosmetic versus general dentistry.

Schedule a Consultation

This is the most important part of your research! Take your time and ask all of your questions. Prepare your questions before your consultation appointment and bring any photos that you have for examples of what you do and do not like. Communicate what you hope to achieve and if you have a timeframe, make sure you allow a couple of months to receive treatment. Most dental offices use dental labs to fabricate veneers and crowns and that takes a couple of weeks. You want to make sure that you leave time for any adjustments and if you do not like the case you are presented, your dentist will send it back and you do not want the lab to be rushed.

Look through smile galleries of the dentist’s before and after photos of the work they have done. Above all, make sure you are comfortable with the dentist and their staff. Cosmetic work can take quite a few visits so it is important to take your time and have consultations with a few different dentists.

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