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Oral Hygiene

What should I look for when choosing a dentist?

The best way to select a dentist is to get recommendations from people you know (family, friends, neighbours, co-workers, your family physician), or even your previous dentist. During your first visit, you should be able to determine if this is the right dentist for you. 
Consider the following: 

• Is the appointment schedule convenient for you?
  

• Is the office easy to get to from your home or job?
  

• Does the office appear to be clean, neat and orderly?
  

• Ask the dentist about infection control procedures such as wearing gloves and masks, and sterilizing instruments.
  

• Was your medical and dental history recorded and placed in a permanent file?

• Does the dentist explain techniques that will help you prevent dental health problems? Is dental health instruction provided?
  

• Are special arrangements made for handling emergencies outside of office hours?
  

• Is information provided about fees and payment plans before treatment is scheduled? 
  

• It’s a lot to find out, so feel free to take notes. The more you know the better the choice you’ll make.

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