Tips for Choosing a Family Dentist

Anyone in your family that’s over 6 months of age should be going to the dentist at least twice a year for a cleaning and exam. It’s a lot easier to get all of your dental appointments in when they’re in the same place! Instead of taking your kids somewhere different from where you go, finding a great family dentist that also specializes in pediatric dentistry is the best option. There are many family dentists to choose from, so keep these things in mind before you make your first appointment.

Look for an Experienced Dentist

Just because a dentist claims to be a family dentist, that doesn’t mean they have a lot of experience with all ages. Contact the office and ask for more information about the dentist’s education and years of practice. Finding an office that won’t be scary for your young children is vital. Compare the different levels of experience and office atmospheres from different family dentists in your area to find the perfect fit.

Ask About Comprehensive Dental Services

A family dentist is good, but a family dentist that offers comprehensive dental services is even better! Choosing a dentist that can provide other services including emergency dental services and cosmetic dentistry will keep you from having to seek out a new dentist in the future. As new dental needs or wants arrive for your family, your comprehensive family dentist will be able to handle it all in one place!

Reviews Are Everything!

The internet is a powerful tool that you should use to your advantage. Spend some time reading reviews for different family dentists that you’re considering. Look for reviews about their timeliness, professionalism, pricing, and the dependability of the dental services received. If an office that seems great has tons of negative reviews, it’s clearly not as great as it seems! Certain sites allow the office to respond to comments too. Reading how a dentist’s office responds to negative reviews can offer great insight into rather the bad experience was an unfortunate accident that the office wants to correct or just an example of how most visits go in that office.

Contact Whiting Dental Arts

If you’re looking for a trusted, friendly, flexible family dentist in the Swampscott area, look no further! Contact Whiting Dental Arts today to schedule a dental consultation or book an appointment. Our team of dental professionals is happy to answer any questions you have so we can get your family one step closer to great dental health!  

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