Choosing a Cosmetic Dentist

Smile Makeover Specialist

Selecting a cosmetic dentist and moving forward with cosmetic dentistry can be one of the most life-changing decisions you’ll make. So it’s essential to find a quality dentist.

First, you need to find someone who specializes in cosmetic dentistry. But this person isn’t always the same dentist you see for your regular check-ups. Often times, these dentists aren’t trained in the field of cosmetic dentistry.

Cosmetic dentists can obtain the required training and certification from accredited cosmetic dentistry associations and some universities. You can research online to find a dentist in your area who is a member or graduate of nationally-recognized organizations, like the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies (LVI) or the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry (AACD).

Once you know your potential cosmetic dentist has received up-to-date training from a reputable organization, you should ask trusted friends and family for any recommendations they might have. You can also ask your regular dentist for suggestions.

After you’ve found a cosmetic dentist who you believe will be a good fit, you should do some digging to help ensure that this person is trained and capable of giving you the highest quality of treatment.

Photos: Examine the dentist's before and after photos to make sure his or her work coincides you’re your dental needs.

References: Talk to current and former patients to see what type of care the dentist provides.

Certification: Check with your state’s Dental Licensing Board to make sure your dentist is properly certified.

Medical malpractice history: Check with your county clerk to see if any medical malpractice complaints have been filed.

Casual interview: Meet with your prospective cosmetic dentist to get acquainted and ask about fees and plans. Take the time to ask him or her about their training, how long they’ve been in practice, what specific cosmetic dentist training they’ve had and what organizations they belong to.

To schedule a casual interview call or email trans zen dental today.

trans zen dental, PLLC
8753 E. Bell Rd., Suite 101 | Scottsdale, AZ 85260
Phone: 480-563-4ZEN | Fax: 480-513-4ZEN