Are You Happy With Your Dentist?
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Do you want to have a great smile and healthy, straight teeth but are too afraid to go to the dentist?
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Are you frightened to death by the thought of the drill droning on for what seems like an eternity?
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Do you feel that you can’t even contemplate having an injection?
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Do you have nightmares and sleepless nights before an appointment with the dentist because of a bad previous dental experience?
If you answered yes to any or all of the above, it well may be that it is your dentist that you are unhappy with and not the dental treatment itself.
The British Dental Association says that approximately only half the population of the UK, visit the dentist on a regular basis.
The most common reasons for the half that don’t go are:
Terrified of needles
Afraid of pain
Scared of losing their teeth
Worried about the cost
Don’t like the ‘drill’
Don’t trust the dentist
It is always worth remembering that you don’t have to stay with a dentist that you are not satisfied with.
If you are looking for a new dentist, there are several ways of finding one. For instance, if a friend, neighbour or family member raves about their dentist, it might be worth ‘phoning them to enquire if it was possible to visit the practice, meet the dentist and staff and see if you feel comfortable with them. When you visit the dental practice, ask to see similar cases to yours. Good dental practices should have a testimonial record of patient experiences. This is a good indication of satisfaction of past clients.
All dentists must be registered with the GDC (General Dental Council) and must regularly attend post graduate courses. The BDA (British Dental Association) can guide you in these matters.
These days with the popularity of I T most good dental practices should have a website. This should explain all about the dental practice, the dentists, staff and dental treatments offered.
Perfect Smile Spa is a cosmetic dentistry practice in Hornchurch Essex Call 01708 442114 or email: care@perfectsmilespa.co.uk
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