Dental Benefit – Question to Ask a Dentist
when seaching for a dental provider you may want to call the denal office to do futher reserch on the potential dental office. her are some questions you may want to ask
- Ask what is the dentist’s educational background and credentials?
- Ask what you should expect during the first exam?
- Will dental office staff review my treatment options and costs before work is done? It’s important to make sure you have the right information, including what is and is not covered by your dental insurance plan, before making treatment decisions.
- What are the dentist office’s hours, and how are patient emergencies handled outside regular hours?
- How has the dentist kept abreast of new developments in dentistry? Dentists and practice staff use continuing education courses, seminars and trade shows to learn about new techniques and technologies to make sure you have the best treatment options.
- Ask if they comadate any special needs you may have
If you are satisfied with the responses you have received, it’s time to make an appointment with the practice you think best meets your needs.