Some questions to ask include:
What is office hours? Is it convenient for time and place of work?
What dental services are available? In addition to preventive dental services (such as dental exams, dental cleaning, x-ray, fluoride treatment), are other basic and major dental services provided? Examples of basic services include dental fillings and root canals. Examples of major dental services include implants and dentures.
Is your work dental plan accepted? Are all dental costs disclosed before treatment? Which payment options are available?
What dental procedures are done in the office; What procedures need to be referred to dental experts?
How much is the handling fee? Compare the cost of a routine procedure for different dental clinics - for example, X-rays, tooth cleaning, filling a cavity - and the benefits of other specific services.
What kind of anesthesia or other drugs do dentists use during dental procedures to ensure your comfort?
How to deal with dental emergencies after office hours? (If most dentists can not cope with an emergency, they will have a colleague or emergency referral service.)
Is the dentist a member of a national dental organization? Do dentists attend local and / or national conferences and conventions? Do dentists continue their education course?
What is the policy of missing or canceling an appointment?
What kind of patient education is provided? Do dentists provide written material or show office videos? Does the dentist explain how to keep your mouth and teeth healthy? Do dentists discuss any needed procedures in a way that you understand?
Visit several dental offices before choosing a dentist. Look for such a thing:
The appearance of the office. Does it look clean? Is the treatment room and equipment clean?
Staff appearance and action. Staff look and act professional? Are they helpful and able to answer your questions?
Hygiene practice. Do dentists and therapists wear gloves and shields? Do you have a shield and goggles?
