By Arthur Kezian
When you have decided to move to a new area, you probably spent some time finding the right schools for your children; maybe if you moved with a partner then you have found a job for them as well as yourself. You probably encouraged your children and partner to make friends in the neighborhood, to help them get settled in.
But one thing that is often overlooked is finding a new dentist for you. How do you pick the best dentist? Well here are some points to consider.
The Journey
There is no point going and picking a dentist that is a nuisance to drive to. You will not feel like taking the children to the dentist for their regular checkups if the journey fills you with dread. And if you have to go to the dentist when you are in pain, then it will be even more difficult. So find a dentist that is easily accessible for you, with adequate parking nearby.
Qualifications
Your dentist will need to be qualified, and dentists need to keep their qualifications up to date. Normally there are details of the dentists’ qualifications on the walls in reception. Pay attention to the anesthetists’ qualifications too, as well as any prosthodontist that may be working within the surgery.
Dental Societies
There are many different dental societies that any dentist can belong to. Some of them are simply a club for recreational purposes, but some are very specific to the academic needs of dentists. Many insist that the dentists registered with the society have up to date qualifications and keep up with the changing technology which is associated with dentistry.
The Staff
When you attend a dental office, you will also have to deal with the dental staff. Make sure they are polite and friendly. Have a look at their teeth too; if a dentist is employing staff then the teeth of the staff should be looking good. It reflects well on the quality work of the dentist.
Your Family
If you have a family, make sure that the dentists are family-friendly. Just a look in the reception should be enough to let you know. Most surgeries have magazines for adults to look at while they wait. What is there to keep the children amused, comics, toys, or play area?
Online Reviews
Another way to check out the clients opinions is to look online. If there are negatives take the time to check them out. Dental surgeries have staff and the negatives can be in reference to the staff rather than the actual dental work. Is the person still working for the surgery?
Cost
The cost of dental work is a consideration but please don't just go to the cheapest in your area. This can be such a false economy. Often you pay for what you get - so if you have less than good work done on your teeth you may have to go to another dentist to correct it. Therefore you are paying twice. Better to spend a little bit more and get the work done properly the first time - a whole lot less painful too!
Visit Dr. Kezian for all your dental needs. Caring, experienced staff that are helpful and friendly mean that both you and your family will be cared for.
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Dr. Arthur A. Kezian DDS 443 N. Larchmont Blvd Los Angeles, CA 90004 (323) 467-2777
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