For many, the process of
finding a dentist is challenging. Here are some tips that hopefully will make
the process a little bit easier for you.
1. Don’t be embarrassed. “We
see patients with a host of dental difficulties on a regular basis,” says Dr.Judith Ko from her Hemet Valley Dental Practice. “Often patients come in after
having spent years out of care after a poor experience. We understand how hard
that can be and work to ease any fears you may have.”
2. Don’t be afraid to tell
the truth. “Most of the time we can
tell what is going on in your life by looking in your mouth anyway. Being
honest about your home care, general health and diet can help us help get to
your challenges quickly and help identify solutions that will help you to move
toward better oral health.”
3. As part of your health
care team, it is important you share all your health concerns and any
medications you are currently taking. This includes any herbals medications or
vitamins. Your oral health is a reflection of your general health and poor
dental hygiene can affect your stamina and has been linked to many systemic
diseases.
4. Feel free to ask
questions. Come with questions written down so you do not forget in the moment.
“We want to be able to answer them,” says Dr. Ko. “An informed patient is a
much healthier one.”
5. Recommendations are just
that. “We strive to provide patients with the optimal recommendations, but know
patients always have the choice whether to proceed with care or to deny
treatment,” adds Dr. Ko.
Dental relationships are
built on communication with your dentist and their team members. Don’t delay
health because of fear.
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