Finding the right dentist for your entire family is important, but can be challenging. You want a dentist who is gentle with your children, but provides you with all the right information; someone who can be reached in case of emergency but who also keeps a consistent schedule. Here are a few other things to consider when selecting a new dentist for your family:
Convenience: Is his office on your way to work or in your neighborhood? Does he offer convenient hours and does the office run on time for appointments? Comfortable chairs in the waiting room might be nice, but you don’t want to spend too much time reading the magazines because you have to wait.
Friendly, professional staff: Do you feel welcome when you walk in the door? Do the dentist and his team answer your questions? Trusting your dentist is a good first step, but you should also feel welcome and respected by his entire team. If you’re bringing children, do they treat your kids with the appropriate level of care and explain the procedures in child-friendly terms?
Educated and knowledgeable: Is your dentist familiar with your particular issue? Does he provide care general care and then bring in more experienced specialists when needed? Some dentists provide all the services in their office; others provide you with a qualified team. Whichever your dentist offers, be sure you’re comfortable with the approach. Also, ask about continuing education. The field of dentistry is ever changing, is your dentist up to speed with the latest treatment options or techniques?
Prevention is the key: The health of your mouth is important. Does your dentist make time for regular cleanings and checkups? These appointments are important to discovering small problems, such as a weak area on a tooth, before they become larger issues. Preventative dentistry is painless and less expensive than fixing a problem later, so be sure that your dentist is committed to the overall health of your mouth.
Drs. Pasquier and the team at Miami Modern Dental are dedicated to providing their patients with a comfortable atmosphere, gentle dentistry, and a friendly and professional team. The staff at Miami Modern Dental can help make sure that your at-home oral care routine is effective and they’re here if you have a bigger issue. They offer a wide range of services from preventative care and general dentistry to root canals and braces. Your comfort, your smile, and your health are important. Give them a call to schedule a consultation.
