What should happen during a dental visit?

First and most important is that your dentist and dental staff should be listening to what your concerns are.  Hopefully it is being written down.  It is very important that you feel comfortable with your dental office and all the staff.  You should get to know them and they should get to know you.  You shouldn’t be strangers.  There should be enough time set aside for you so you feel welcomed.

Many times I ask people who is their dentist and they are not able to tell me the name.  If there is not a lasting impression, if you are not willing to refer a friend or loved one, why are you there?

Does the office instill confidence in you that you are in good hands from the moment you call and the moment you enter the office?  If not, why do you continue?

So, what should happen during a dental visit?  Your care should be complete, thorough and personalized.  Whether it be an initial exam, a cleaning visit or comprehensive dental care, you should feel confident that you are being well cared for.  You should be informed of what is going to be done before you start.  Afterwards a review of what was done and any post operative instructions should be discussed.  And finally a brief discussion of what will occur at the next visit.

There are different qualities in most things we encounter in life.  What level of quality do you want?

More details of types of dental visits to follow with future blogs.  Also more info can be found at www.DentistryinPhiladelphia.com or contact us directly at 215-735-8844

Carl Steinberg