Has a friend or loved one asked you for a referral to a good dentist? Here are a few questions you should urge them to ask when making this crucial decision.
1. What is the dentist’s education and training?
2. How long is the wait for an appointment?
3. Is the most up-to-date equipment used?
4. How does the dentist keep current with new techniques in dentistry?
5. Is the dentist available after-hours in case of an emergency?
6. What kind of payment is accepted?
7. Does your insurance provide coverage? Are payment plans available?
8. What do other patients think of the dentist? Read the online reviews to see what other patients have experienced.
By the way, we’re ready to answer these and other questions that new patients have. We hope you’ll direct your friends and family our way! They’ll be in good hands.
Composed of plastic, sealants are a thin liquid coating that is painted on the chewing surfaces of the teeth. They’re often used on children’s teeth to help prevent tooth decay, but adults who are more prone to decay may benefit from them too.
The application of sealants is painless. We will first clean the surface of the tooth. Sealants, which harden quickly, can last for about a decade as long as teeth are properly cared for.
While brushing at least twice a day and flossing one or more times a day are essential oral hygiene habits, sealants provide extra protection against plaque. Contact us to determine if you or your children would be a good candidate for sealants.
