How many years experience has the dentist been performing cosmetic procedures?
The number of years a dentist has been in practice does not always guarantee the quality of their work, but generally speaking, it does indicate how much “hands on” experience they’ve had. It’s important to ask for before and after photos of transformed smiles as well as patient testimonials. Be sure you’re looking at actual patient photos treated by that dentist. • Which lab or ceramist does your dentist use? There are many qualified ceramists but nothing is more reassuring than to see their actual work. For most people, the thought of having a complete smile makeover with porcelain veneers and crowns means accepting that your smile will not look natural. This is not the case these days as ceramic materials and the ceramist artistic ability have vastly improved. Dental crowns and veneers should look and feel natural. • What are your treatment plan options? It is very important to completely understand step-by-step of your treatment plan including all the pros and cons as well as all o