Cosmetic Dentistry

What to look for when selecting an ethical cosmetic dentist:

When selecting a Cosmetic Dentist it is important to spend the time and do the research to select a practice that you feel comfortable with.

  1. The office staff will show you proof of the doctors continuing education in the specialization of cosmetic dentistry. Why would you select a cosmetic dentist to perform complicated procedures that has not taken the classes necessary to actually be a specialist?

  2. An ethical cosmetic dentist will show you a printout proving that there has been no legal action against the practice. You should not have to ask.

  3. Will spend the time to answer your questions. The following questions are important to be answered prior to your selection:

  • What does this treatment really mean? Any part of the treatment your dentist has recommended that you don't understand, don't be afraid to ask for more information.

  • Why did you select this profession and what procedures do you prefer doing the most? If the dentist doesn't enjoy what he/she is doing, he/she may not do the best job. But when the dentist loves what they do, they may do more research and have developed better techniques. Never be pressured into making a decision today.

  • Are other treatment options available? If all the options solve the problem, what is the cost difference and which would possibly last the longest?

  • Among the treatments recommended, which are urgent, less urgent, elective or cosmetic? Your dentist should be able to prioritize a treatment plan for you. Often treatment can be spread out over a period of time, however, understand the consequences of delaying treatment.

  • How much will it cost? When and how do you expect payment? Does the dentist participate in your dental plan? How will he/she accept payment and when will it be due?

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    The important thing to understand about cosmetic dentistry is that all cosmetic dentists are not the same in education, experience and the quality of work that is done. For example, most consumers are unaware that there are different qualities of crowns that cosmetic dentists will use. Make sure you understand exactly what is being done so you are able to compare "apples top apples."

         		    After interviewing and running an extensive background check the National Association Against Consumer Fraud has awarded the following business a listing in The Business A-List:

    Six 14 Dental Spa

    8320 Falls of Neuse Rd., Suite 101
    Raleigh, NC 27615
    Phone (919) 518-0540

    Why Six 14 Dental Spa was offered the opportunity to be a Business A-List participant?

    After meeting with Dr. Preston and Alice Gray, the office manager, for Six 14 Dental Spa the decision was very simple. As we learned about the cosmetic dentistry industry we were shocked that any dentist can call themselves Cosmetic Dentists. The doctors at Six 14 Dental Spa are true Cosmetic Dentistry Specialists and have all of the continuing education to prove it. There are very few dentists that have the additional education and in our opinion, why would you not want a specialist to perform your oral surgery. Would you want a general practitioner to perform your heart surgery?

    The entire staff at Six 14 Dental Spa is professional, friendly and will spend the additional time to educate you about the procedure and all of your options. They use state of the art equipment and the top of the line products for every patient to insure that all work is done correctly to the highest of standards.

    		 
     
     

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