What’s Defines a GOOD Cosmetic Dentist?
What makes a good cosmetic dentist? What defines ‘good?’ According to the UK Encarta Dictionary good means ‘of a high quality or standard, either on an absolute scale or in relation to another or others’. And it is fair to say that a lot of people are looking for just that when they are considering cosmetic dentistry: After all, we have all heard the horror stories with regards to some cosmetic dentists and nobody in their right mind would want to live the tale.
There are many cosmetic dentistry procedures available today. Some are more complex than others. Nevertheless, even something as relatively routine as teeth whitening can produce disappointing results if: 1) It is not carried out correctly 2) The patient has been misled with regards to the ‘realistic’ results they can expect from that treatment. Therefore, regardless of the cosmetic dentistry procedure, it is definitely in your interest to ensure the cosmetic dentist carrying out that procedure is GOOD.
Who’s Qualified?
There is one thing you really need to know before choosing a cosmetic dentist – All UK dentists can define themselves as cosmetic dentists without having anything more than a basic dental degree. To date, there are no accredited or specific ‘qualifications’ for cosmetic dentists. However, not everyone can claim to be a member of the British Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry: The BACD. To be a member of the Academy certain standards must be met and maintained.
At the moment two levels of membership exist: They are Associate and Full membership. To become a full member a dentist must first become an associate member. Then they must carry out at least 75hrs of ‘relevant and verifiable CPD’ within two years. What is relevant and verifiable CPD? CPD stands for ‘continued professional development’: Relative means cosmetic dentistry.
What Does All This MEAN?
Some of the world’s most successful cosmetic dentists are full members of the BACD. Therefore if you are looking for a ‘good’ cosmetic dentist a good place to look is at the BACD’s registrar of Full members. Finding a good cosmetic dentist is the first and most important step with regards to achieving your ‘perfect smile’: Regardless of whether you intend to have a full ‘smile makeover’ or just teeth whitening treatment.
Where To Start
You could start at the Perfect Smile Spa! The Perfect Smile Spa is one of the leading cosmetic dentists and spa’s situated in the London and Essex region. The CEO and Principal Cosmetic Dentist of the Perfect Smile is Dr Jas Sagoo. Dr Sagoo is a full member of the BACD. Dr Sagoo’s training in this field is extensive, his standards renowned - The Perfect Smile Spa ‘Smile Makeover’ has been featured on the Extreme Makeover and Good Morning TV. The Practice is located in the Hornchurch High Street Essex with easy access by car and train. If you want a ‘good’ cosmetic dentist based in the Essex region start at the Perfect Smile Spa - Contact the team today.
Perfect Smile Spa is a leading cosmetic dentistry clinic situated in Essex near London and can be contacted on 01708 442 114 or care@perfectsmilepsa.co.uk
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