5 Tips for Finding a Cosmetic Dentist

Are you ready to turn the smile of your dreams into reality? Your first step toward a picture-perfect smile is finding a dentist. You don’t want to trust your investment to just anyone. Although there are many great dentists in the area, not all will be right for you. Here are 5 tips to help you choose the best cosmetic dentist to revamp your pearly whites.

1. Ask Friends and Family for Recommendations

A quick Google search will bring up a long list of dentists in your area, but not all dentists are equal. Asking your friends and loved ones for recommendations will give you a few dentists that may fit your needs. 

2. Look at the Dentist’s Qualifications

Not all dentists have completed continuing education in elective services. While many general dentists offer select cosmetic services, like metal-free crowns, their primary focus is the preservation of oral health. A cosmetic dentist is specially trained in aesthetics to enhance the appearance of a person’s smile overall. Besides their qualifications, look to see if they are members of any professional organizations, like the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry. 

3. Review the Services Offered

You deserve to have options. There are more solutions than ever before to address common aesthetic flaws. Look for a dentist that offers many services, like metal-free crowns, bonding, and veneers. 

4. Check Out Pictures & Reviews 

Take the time to look at the dentist’s online photo gallery to see before and after pictures of patients. You can see the results you can expect. While you’re on their website, read reviews from their patients. You’ll have insight into the quality of care you’ll receive to ensure they will meet your expectations.

5. Look at Payment Options

You don’t want your financial situation to stand in your way of achieving your best smile. Learn more about the dentist’s payment options to keep your treatment affordable, like dental insurance. Most dental plans don’t cover elective services unless they are medically necessary. Your dentist can help you maximize any appropriate coverage. Many dental offices also accept third-party financing, like CareCredit. You can pay any out-of-pocket expenses using a monthly payment plan.

Schedule Your Consultation

Your final step is to schedule a consultation. Ask the dentist any questions you might have and discuss any concerns. They’ll take the time to answer your questions and explain exactly what you can expect, so you have 100% confidence about the road ahead. 

Choosing a cosmetic dentist isn’t a decision that should be made in haste. Take your time to review all your options to find the perfect dentist to enhance your smile.

About Dr. Julia Karpman

Dr. Karpman achieved her dental degree from the University of Connecticut School of Dental Medicine and has regularly pursued continuing education in many specialties, including periodontics, prosthodontics, and implant dentistry. She is also qualified in various cosmetic procedures, like Invisalign, CEREC, and more. Request an appointment through our website or call (860) 940-2230.