HOW DO I FIND A GOOD COSMETIC DENTIST?

Finding a good cosmetic dentist—one who is both experienced and attentive to your individual needs—can be a daunting task.

Referrals are always nice, but not everyone has undergone a cosmetic dentistry procedure or knows someone else who has had a good experience with a cosmetic dentist. The phone book is a good starting point, but its information is limited.

The Internet is a useful research tool, but sometimes information is unreliable. So what should you look for when viewing cosmetic dentistry sites to get an indication of a cosmetic dentist’s level of expertise?

Education and Training

Take a look About Us page on a cosmetic dentist’s website. Check for information regarding his or her educational background and professional affiliations.

In Canada, advertising regulations restrict cosmetic dentistry from being presented as a recognized specialty. This means prospective patients have to do more research into the backgrounds of dentists. If you want to learn more about a dentist’s qualifications as they relate to cosmetic dentistry practices, contact the dentist or dental office directly.

Before and After Gallery

Education and training are important, but so are actual results. Many cosmetic dentists will feature a before-and-after gallery or Smile Gallery depicting examples of the results they’ve achieved. Any cosmetic dentist can claim to provide exceptional work, but sometimes a picture is truly worth a thousand words.

You want to choose a cosmetic dentist who views you as an individual. Taking time to meet personally with your potential dentist for an initial consultation will give you an idea of how devoted they are to helping you look and feel your very best.

If you live in the Barrie or Toronto, Ontario, areas and are interested in learning more about cosmetic dentistry options, please contact the team at the Chapnick Dental Office.