{"id":57,"date":"2020-11-23T22:12:10","date_gmt":"2020-11-23T22:12:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.southwindsordental.com\/blog\/?p=57"},"modified":"2020-11-23T22:12:11","modified_gmt":"2020-11-23T22:12:11","slug":"questions-to-ask-your-cosmetic-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.southwindsordental.com\/blog\/2020\/11\/23\/questions-to-ask-your-cosmetic-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Questions to Ask Your Cosmetic Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.southwindsordental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_84657979__1___1606169335_58164-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-58\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.southwindsordental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_84657979__1___1606169335_58164-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.southwindsordental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_84657979__1___1606169335_58164-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.southwindsordental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/11\/AdobeStock_84657979__1___1606169335_58164.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Did you know studies have shown that 28% of people don\u2019t smile for pictures because they are not confident in their smiles? Cosmetic dentistry is growing in popularity, and many people are choosing it as an option to enhance and restore their smiles. If you\u2019ve decided to talk to your dentist about transforming your smile, you\u2019re in for some really exciting results but in order to get the most out of your consultation, you\u2019ll want to show up prepared. Your cosmetic dentist in South Windsor suggests you arrive at the consultation with some important questions so that you know exactly what to expect and get the best results out of the process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2>Questions to Ask Your Cosmetic Dentist<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have scheduled a consultation\nto talk with your dentist about cosmetic dentistry, you\u2019re probably certain of\none thing \u2013 You\u2019re ready to enhance your smile, but you may not be sure exactly\nwhat else you need to know. Here is a list of great questions to come to the\ntable with when you talk to your cosmetic dentist to ensure that you get the\nmost out of the experience: <\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul><li>Am I a good candidate for the procedure I am\ninterested in? Not all cosmetic procedures are right for everyone, but your\ndentist can present different alternatives or steps you can take to improve\nyour candidacy for a specific treatment. <\/li><li>What is the extent of your training in\ncosmetic procedures? If your dentist is accomplished, there\u2019s a good chance\nthey hold one or more board certifications they can tell you about. This will\ngive you confidence that you are in the best hands possible to receive the\nhighest quality of results.<\/li><li>How often do you perform the specific\nprocedure I am considering? The more experience with a specific procedure a\ndentist has, the higher the likelihood is for success.<\/li><li>What are the risks and benefits associated\nwith these procedures? You\u2019ll want to know exactly what to expect, so let your\ndentist explain the ups and downs of what each type of procedure entails.<\/li><li>Will the procedure require any type of\nanesthetic or sedative? This is good to know because not everyone responds well\nto sedatives or anesthesia. It\u2019s important to be aware of everything that goes\nalong with the procedure you\u2019re considering.<\/li><li>What is the patient success rate for this\nprocedure? Results don\u2019t lie, so ask for the data! <\/li><li>Can I see before and after examples? If you\ncan see success with your own eyes, you can move forward with confidence.<\/li><li>Can I see a preview of my results?\nAdvancements in modern technology have made it possible for many dentists to\ndigitally project procedure results. Ask your dentist if this is an option so\nthat you can have a personalized idea of exactly what the outcome will be.<\/li><li>Do you recommend any other cosmetic\nprocedures? Your dentist knows best, so find out if there are any other\ncosmetic procedures they might recommend to enhance your smile, other than the\none you\u2019re considering.<\/li><li>What are the estimated costs? Last but\ncertainly not least, you need to know what to expect in terms of finances. Most\ndental offices offer flexible payment plans now, so regardless of how you want\nto pay, there\u2019s likely an option available for you.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Get ready for your cosmetic dental\nconsultation with these great questions and know exactly what type of results\nto expect!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2>About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Sara E.\nCurcio leads a team of compassionate, talented professionals at South Windsor\nDental. She is focused on perfecting smiles and making sure her patients feel\nvalued and comfortable. Her practice is built on trust and respect, and she\nstrives to make these attributes a priority with each patient. Are you ready to\ntalk about cosmetic dentistry? Schedule a consultation <a href=\"https:\/\/www.southwindsordental.com\/meet-dr-curcio.html\">online<\/a> or call <strong>(860) 644-2476<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Did you know studies have shown that 28% of people don\u2019t smile for pictures because they are not confident in their smiles? Cosmetic dentistry is growing in popularity, and many people are choosing it as an option to enhance and restore their smiles. 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