The Key to Successful Dental Treatment

The Key to Successful Dental Treatment

I am passionate about oral hygiene and dental health, and I do my best to share that passion with my patients when they visit Smile Dental Clinics. A big part of my job as a dentist is educating patients on how to take care of their teeth so they can stay as healthy as possible. This includes talking about and planning dental treatments, whether preventative, restorative, or cosmetic. Sometimes it’s as simple as a single treatment that can be performed in one office visit, and sometimes it involves a series of several treatments that need to be planned out over time. In every case, no matter the situation, I will always provide a treatment plan that is tailored specifically to my patient’s individual needs.

How I Come Up with a Treatment Plan

When I create a treatment plan for a patient, there are a number of things I consider, primarily what is going to produce the best long-term results. I am always thinking of how a treatment plan will improve my patient’s oral health and benefit them, not just today but over time. I take great care in crafting treatment plans with my patient’s oral health, general health and overall well-being in mind so that when I sit down with them to talk about it, they can be confident that it is absolutely the most appropriate path forward for their particular situation.

Why it is so Important to Follow Through

In many cases, the treatment plans I create are time sensitive in that the longer the patient waits to get started, the more likely their oral health will deteriorate further. When that happens, I have no choice but to revise the original plan because it will no longer meet the patient’s oral healthcare needs. This almost always ends up raising the overall cost and generally prolonging treatment and recovery time, which is never ideal for the patient and only increases the possibility of complications.

I have heard too many times from patients who have delayed their treatments that they wish they hadn’t because they ended up suffering needlessly and having to invest more in the treatment. It is never my wish to see a patient in pain, especially when I know that I can put an end to their discomfort if they follow through with the treatments I have recommended.

I am Here to Help

Of course I understand that it isn’t always so simple for many of my patients. Everyone’s situation is unique. Patients have busy and inflexible schedules, they are concerned about cost, and more than a few are just apprehensive when it comes to dental treatment. I want all of my patients to know that none of those things has to stop them from getting the care they need and, more importantly, deserve.

Real Talk

Your health is important, and that most certainly includes your dental health. And while you may have other priorities on your list, if you ignore or postpone your oral healthcare needs when an issue arises, the situation can quickly go from easily treatable to serious emergency, and once you get to that point, you will no longer have control over your treatment options, the timing or the cost. If you address your dental health needs when they occur and according to a well-developed treatment plan, there is no question that you will save yourself a lot of pain, anxiety, inconvenience, and money.

There is Always a Way

If I have discussed a treatment plan with you and you have not yet begun to implement it, for whatever reason, I want you to know that there is always a way to make it work.

Is getting time off work or working around your childcare obligations complicating things for you? We can talk about scheduling options that fit into your busy calendar.
Is out-of-pocket cost holding you back? We can talk about planning treatments over time in order to spread out the expense. We can also talk about maximizing insurance benefits and look into financing options.
Is fear keeping you from getting the treatment you need? We can go at your pace to make sure you feel comfortable with every step of the process. We can also explore different relaxation techniques, including sedation.

No matter the issue, we can talk about it and find the solution that is perfect for you. With my years of experience treating patients who have a wide variety of needs, there is no obstacle we can’t overcome if we put our heads together and work it out. Being able to have an open and honest conversation about your situation, your expectations, and your feelings is really the key to successful dental treatment — for you and for me.

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