Finding the best dentist for your family has never been easier, thanks to the internet. With a few clicks, you can find everything you need, but the sheer amount of information available might be daunting. What’s the most important thing to look for? How can you know if a dentist is the right choice for your family? Here’s how to find the best family dentist near you.
Get Recommendations
Even in the digital age, word-of-mouth referrals are still the most effective form of advertising for dentists because you’re always more likely to listen to a recommendation from someone you trust. When a friend or family member raves about their dentist, you want to know who they see! If you're on the market for a new dentist, ask around to see if anyone you know has suggestions for you.
Read Online Reviews
Rather than reading every single review about a dental practice, look for reviews that are relevant to your needs. If you're looking for a family dentist who offers Invisalign, for example, look for testimonials from people who have gotten Invisalign from the dentist you're considering. While reading reviews regarding dental fillings or bridges may be useful, you'll find the most helpful information by focusing on reviews for the treatment(s) you need or are interested in getting.
When reading over online reviews and testimonials, recent reviews should be given more weight than older ones, as they are more likely to reflect a practice's current technology, policies, and team members. Sometimes older reviews might not even be for the same dentist!
Make Sure the Practice Fits Your Needs
Starting with recommendations and reviews can help you narrow down your choices, but the websites of the dentists you're considering will help you figure out if a practice is suitable for your family’s needs. Here are a few things to consider:
- Dental insurance – If you have dental insurance, make sure that any dentist you are considering will submit claims on your behalf.
- Services offered – Because not every dental practice offers every dental service, double-check that any family dentist you're considering provides the treatments and procedures you or your family members need.
- Technology – Technology in dentistry changes and evolves at a quick pace, so it's important to verify that a family dentist has implemented the most up-to-date equipment at their practice . At Bridgeworks, we use 3D Cone Beam Imaging, digital intraoral cameras, digital x-rays, early cavity identification, and electronic apex locators, among other technologies.
Look at Credentials
Each of our dentists is passionate about continuing education, and they stay current in their specializations through memberships in a number of dental organizations, including the American Dental Association, the American Academy of Dental Sleep Medicine, the New London County Dental Society, the American Orthodontic Society, the Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, and the Academy of General Dentistry.
Schedule an Appointment
Contact us today at 860-446-8744 to learn more and schedule an appointment with one of our dentists.