{"id":170,"date":"2022-04-04T20:09:00","date_gmt":"2022-04-04T20:09:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.shannonstokesdds.com\/blog\/?p=170"},"modified":"2022-05-19T20:14:58","modified_gmt":"2022-05-19T20:14:58","slug":"3-questions-to-ask-during-cosmetic-dental-consultation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.shannonstokesdds.com\/blog\/2022\/04\/04\/3-questions-to-ask-during-cosmetic-dental-consultation\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Questions to Ask During Your Cosmetic Dental Consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.shannonstokesdds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/05\/AdobeStock_167724941__1652990363_99076.jpg\" alt=\"Patient being attended in medical consultation\" class=\"wp-image-171\" width=\"325\" height=\"215\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>So, you\u2019ve taken your first step to a better smile and scheduled a consultation with your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shannonstokesdds.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic dentist<\/a>. Do you know what to ask about during the appointment? You won\u2019t know the best way to improve your smile otherwise, and a poor decision on treatment can have lasting consequences.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you find yourself at a loss over what to bring up, don\u2019t panic: Here\u2019s a summary of three essential questions to ask during your cosmetic dental consultation and why you should do so.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cWhat are Your Qualifications &amp; Specialties?\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if you know the smile flaws you want to correct, it won\u2019t do you any good if the dentist can\u2019t fix them. That being the case, you\u2019ll want to ask your dentist about their qualifications, specialties and such. A dental practitioner specializing in whitening treatments might not have the necessary training to fix cracked, chipped teeth. Similarly, a patient looking for dental implants won\u2019t be able to get them from someone who only knows how to place dental crowns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Knowing your doctor\u2019s credentials also allows you to estimate the quality they would bring to your treatment. It only makes sense that a dentist versed in the latest practices and trends would deliver better results than someone years out of date.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cWhat Should I Expect from Your Different Treatment Options?\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Assuming you\u2019re satisfied with your dentist\u2019s expertise, you\u2019ll also want to know what services they offer. Making an informed decision on the next steps would include learning the pros and cons of similar procedures, the success rates and lifespans of varying treatments, etc. As part of this process, you might have the dentist show you before-and-after photos to learn more too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Besides the ins and outs of the treatments themselves, it\u2019s also good to consider the potential investment of time and money. You might need to favor one treatment over another simply due to the varying times they take to implement. Furthermore, you\u2019ll inevitably rule out those options that aren\u2019t the best fit for your budget.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u201cWhat Do You Recommend?\u201d<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You\u2019ll always benefit from asking your specialist for their treatment recommendations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As they\u2019re the resident expert in dental matters, you can trust the dentist to offer valuable advice. Following their oral examination of your mouth, they\u2019ll understand your smile\u2019s problems and issues. More than that, they\u2019ll know what would benefit your teeth, gums and smile most.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Plus, as they find out more about you, they can find ways to make the procedure more convenient or comfortable. Whatever your background, a dentist will tell you which methods would work best with your job schedule or financial situation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>There are all sorts of things you might want to ask your cosmetic dentist during the initial consultation. However, by getting their answers to these three questions, you\u2019ll have what you need to choose a bright future for your smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shannonstokesdds.com\/meet-the-dentist.html\"><em>Dr. <\/em><em>Shannon Stokes<\/em><\/a><em> is a cosmetic dentist practicing in Plano, TX, having earned his DDS from the Baylor College of Dentistry. He prides himself on having taken post-graduate courses in cosmetic dentistry, restorative dentistry, dental implants, and more. Dr. Stokes also continues to educate himself on the latest changes in dental technology. He currently practices at his self-titled clinic and can be reached at his <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.shannonstokesdds.com\/contact-us.html\"><em>website<\/em><\/a><em> or by phone at <strong>(972)-596-0200.<\/strong><\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So, you\u2019ve taken your first step to a better smile and scheduled a consultation with your cosmetic dentist. Do you know what to ask about during the appointment? You won\u2019t know the best way to improve your smile otherwise, and a poor decision on treatment can have lasting consequences. 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