The economic crisis and the emergence of low-cost dental practices have led to a significant increase in the number of dentists, so much so that it is difficult for patients to choose. Which dentist to turn to? How to know if we are dealing with a true professional with whom we can establish a trusting relationship? Here is a list that will help you in your choice:
A real dentist is registered with the Medical Board of Dentistry. At www.fnomceo.it it is possible to search for the referring dentist so as not to risk dealing with an "abusive" dentist. Today, with the Internet, we fortunately have the opportunity to get to know the professional even before we visit his or her office; we can view his or her resume, work team, and any reviews left by other people. Let us not forget to always evaluate everything carefully and intelligently, going to meet the professional in person before making pre-emptive evaluations that may be wrong.
A good dentist can be recognized first of all by the hygiene of the environments. We all instinctively form an idea at first glance about the hygiene of environments, but to precisely assess technologies and equipment would probably require some specific expertise. Disinfection and sterilization environments are crucial and provide a very clear summary of the way the clinician and his team work. The cleanliness of the rooms, the chair in which one sits and even the common areas must be impeccable; the clinician must also wear gloves and mask and use a personalized examination kit that is opened in front of the patient.
A serious dentist performs a detailed analysis and gives clear and precise answers. Already during the first visit (even if free) the dentist should give all the answers the patient needs. No clinical act, even dental, can be performed with due caution without investigating what has happened previously. Therefore, the shrewd dentist will inquire about every detail of the patient's dental history and more generally about the medical situation.
A good dentist places extreme importance on oral hygiene, motivates patients and instructs them in proper hygiene.
A good dentist clearly explains the pathology and simply illustrates every aspect of the dental problem and possible treatments while also showing examples of clinical cases he has treated that are similar to the problem for which the patient presents. The patient is always an active participant in making the final choices.
A good dentist does not promise miracles in a very short time. If he does pay close attention: there are protocols that indicate the minimum duration of treatments depending also on biological response times.
Radiographs and overview are essential in developing a treatment plan and thus an estimate. Radiographic examinations such as OPT (panoramic) necessary for some treatments, or endoral radiographs, which are much more precise, allow us to see the detail of the tooth and perform a thorough analysis.
A good dentist reads your mouth from the first visit to see if issues such as periodontal disease (pyorrhea), gingivitis etc. are present. The patient should be informed immediately about his or her health status and possible treatment therapies.
A true professional delivers a well-defined estimate with costs before any treatment begins. The estimate must be in keeping with the treatment plan you intend to pursue: be wary of excessively low costs! They certainly will not be able to guarantee you any kind of quality and will be performed with poor materials.
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