How do I choose a new dentist?

Have you recently moved into a new city or has your dentist’s office moved or the dentist has retired?

Some situations may arise that can keep you on the lookout for a new dental provider in your vicinity.

Here are some factors to consider while you make that decision.

1. Ask your prospective dentist if they accept your insurance plan? And also make sure to ask if they will take care of handling your insurance claims on your behalf .
2. What are their office hours? Do they have weekend hours or after work hours? Are they flexible in scheduling your appointments so that you do not have to miss work very often?
3. Where do your friends or family go? Ask them or ask in your local church or school or on Facebook.
4. Look at the website of the office and compare how one office is different from another or which appeals more to you interms of distance from your home, ease of parking , and other factors.

With these tips in hand, you will be adequately prepared to make an educated decision about choosing your oral health provider.

This article has been posted by Dr. Purvi Thakkar.