The Most Important Criteria To Choose Your Dentist

Are you looking for a dentist? Whether you are dissatisfied with your current dentist, you’ve moved, or your insurance has changed, choosing a dentist can be a challenge. That is, unless you know what to look for. Here are the top criteria to consider when choosing a dentist. 

Experience 

One of the most important qualities of a dentist is experience. You want a dentist who knows what they are doing from years of experience working with actual patients. Education and training is important, but it doesn’t teach what a dentist can learn in the field. Find out how long the dentist has been practicing before scheduling an appointment. 

Location 

It is important to choose a dentist who is conveniently located for you. When all goes well, you will only need to go to the dentist every 6 months for routine cleanings and exams. However, if a dental emergency occurs, you will be glad your dentist is close by so you can receive fast treatment. 

Qualifications 

Check the dentist’s credentials to make sure they have completed the necessary education and certifications to provide the services they offer. You may think that an established dental practice would be fully licensed, but nothing is certain unless you take the time to look them up. Check the state dental board’s website for online verification for all of the dentists at the practice. 

Insurance 

Find out if the dental practice you are considering accepts your insurance or if they are in-network with your insurance. These two terms do not mean the same thing. A dental practice that is in-network with your insurance provider will have pre negotiated rates that will be lower for patients who are covered under certain insurance companies and plans. If a dental practice accepts your insurance, it means that it will receive whatever amount your insurance plan will pay them, and the rest of the cost will be up to you. 

Age of Patients

If you have children, consider a family dental practice that accepts patients of all ages and provides pediatric dentistry in addition to adult dentistry. This provides the convenience of taking the whole family to one location for dental care. It also allows you to set an example for your children as you receive dental care and show that it is a priority for you. 

Technology

Look for a dental practice that uses up to date technology. Advanced technology and equipment provides an advanced level of care and diagnostics that can improve your dental health and your experience. Minimally invasive procedures and techniques make dentistry more comfortable for patients and improve outcomes. 

Friendly Attitude

Do you want a dentist who knows you by name and greets you warmly at each visit? This is more difficult to find, but it is possible. Don’t settle for any dental practice that doesn’t treat you like family. After all, this is somewhere you will visit frequently for many years. 

Chang Dental Group Meets All of These Criteria and More 

If you’re looking for a new dentist in the Natick, Massachusetts area, Chang Dental Group provides comprehensive dental services for families. We are currently accepting new patients and would be happy to welcome you and your family to our practice. 

Call 508-653-0444 or contact us today to learn more and schedule an appointment. 

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Practice 

Why should I choose Chang Dental Group?

We are a family dental practice in every sense of the word. We know our patients and families by name and greet you with a smile and a warm greeting at each and every visit. Our qualifications, experience, and advanced technology allow us to provide the highest quality dental care. We offer a wide range of services to meet all of your dental needs in one convenient location. 

What do your patients say about you? 

Thanks to our many satisfied patients who have written glowing reviews about our practice, we are one of the top rated dentists in Massachusetts according to Google Reviews. Look us up and read what our patients are saying to help you decide if Chang Dental Group is the right dental home for you and your family.