Knowing if a dentist is good as a professional is the basis of the trust you can establish with him.
Especially if going to the clinic causes you some anxiety or even fear, it is important that you know in whose hands you are putting yourself.
In addition to professionalism, there are other factors that can indicate how to know if a dentist is a good one and if you can trust him as a specialist.
So that you do not have any misgivings or bad experiences with your dentist, we are going to explain 7 keys to make your visit to the clinic as pleasant as possible.
How to choose a good dentist?
It seems logical that the first thing you want when you go to a dentist is that he or she will not make you feel pain and that the treatment you need will be carried out successfully and without complications.
Any skilled and specialized dentist will be able to accomplish both of these goals.
However, there are other aspects that a patient takes into account, even if it is unconsciously, to qualify a dentist as good or bad.
Our recommendation is that you evaluate different factors of a dental clinic as a whole.
To do this, it is advisable that you spend all the time necessary to find the perfect clinic for you, instead of choosing the first one that appears on the Internet.
But, in addition, we invite you to look at the following indicators:
1. Proximity from your home or work.
For convenience of travel, the first action in the search for a good dentist is to locate clinics close to where you live or work.
In a city as big as Tijuana, where distances are very long, this may seem complicated.
However, precisely because it is the capital, it has a wide range of dental centers, but if you do not find one to your liking, try to find one that offers you the best facilities.
DrAW Clinic Dental Clinic
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DENTIST IN Tijuana
Easy access and arrival
The DrAW Clinic Dental Clinic in Tijuana offers you a series of facilities so that you can get there by car or public transport.
We have a free parking for our patients and, in addition, it has a wide combination of public transport.
In addition, we are also open at midday and in the summer months, including August.
But, above all, make sure that the excellence of the professional is worth the trip.
Keep in mind that there are certain treatments that require regular visits to the dentist’s office.
If you are happy with the dentist you have chosen, it would be a shame if you stopped going just because of how far away he/she is.
Our dental clinic is located in the northern area of Dirección .
There are many patients who come to DrAW Clinic because they live or work nearby, but others come from further away because of the treatment they receive.
But, for those who do not come by car, our dental clinic is located near public transport stations.
Buscar Dirección .
In addition, the entrance is adapted so that people with reduced mobility can attend without problems.
An effective way to find out if a dentist is good is to receive recommendations from your circle of trust.
2. Recommendations from acquaintances and opinions
Recommendations from your circle -family, friends or co-workers- can give you more confidence.
When you have several references, you can find out from the center what specialties of dentistry they offer and see who makes up their team of dentists.
It is possible that the treatment your relative, friend or colleague has had may match what you need or are looking for.
And, in this way, you will have gained a highly trusted recommendation.
Also, many clinics offer the possibility to get the opinion of real patients who have already completed their treatments.
Thus, you will be able to see the results of people who have undergone different procedures.
Finally, the best way to know if a dentist is good is to know his experience and training as a professional.
That is why, on our website, you have access to all the curricula of our doctors, categorized by each specialty.
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DrAW Clinic TEAM
3. Exclusive specialization
Dentistry is very broad and, therefore, is divided into different specialties: Orthodontics, Implantology, Periodontics, Dental Aesthetics, Prosthodontics, Conservative Dentistry and Pediatric Dentistry.
This means that, no matter how brilliant a dentist is, he or she cannot perform every dental treatment with the same success.
In your search for a dentist, you will find small clinics, specialized centers and other larger practices with different specialists.
At DrAW Dental Clinic, not only do we work with all specialties, but each doctor is dedicated to his or her specialty exclusively.
Therefore, these are not general dentists, but experts who have been performing the same treatments for years.
In this way, we ensure that each doctor has the greatest possible experience in his area and that the patient receives optimal treatment.
It should not be normal for the same person to place implants, perform root canals or take care of the aesthetics of your mouth.
How to know if a dentist is good
To trust your dentist, it is vital that he or she explains in detail what your treatment will consist of.
4. First consultation
Normally, the first visit to a dental clinic is free of charge and you will receive a thorough diagnosis to learn about your case.
This is a huge advantage for the patient, not only because they can get to know the center and its doctors, but also because it allows them to know what techniques are available for your treatment.
Although each center has its own protocol, at DrAW Dental Clinic the first visit is especially valued by our patients.
In it, we perform a multidisciplinary study, that is, formed by doctors from different areas depending on your oral needs.
Thus, the person is not only examined by the dentist who will plan and carry out your treatment, but also by dentists from other specialties.
For example, if the patient is interested in orthodontic treatment, he or she will be evaluated by one of our orthodontists.
But they will also be examined by dentists specializing in conservative dentistry, periodontics or esthetics.
This will allow us to rule out the existence of caries or periodontal problems -which could complicate the treatment- and propose the best esthetic option.
In addition to this, we perform a panoramic x-ray, a periapical x-ray and a teleradiography, as well as a photographic series with intraoral and extraoral images.
By means of the examination, X-rays and photographs, our specialists will be able to make a diagnosis and recommend a treatment plan.
At the end of your visit you will receive, without any obligation, a complete and detailed estimate.
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DIAGNOSIS OF VARIOUS SPECIALTIES
5. Compliance with high standards: treatment and equipment
As we have already mentioned, there are certain factors that you will only be able to assess once you go to the first consultation.
When you are there, pay attention to all the details, especially the personal treatment, the diagnostic tests performed, the general cleanliness and hygiene, the materials used and the technology employed.
We tell you how, in our opinion, the dental clinic you decide to stay at should be:
Personal treatment
Trust in people who are respectful, kind, understanding of your doubts or fears, who are professionals and who are willing to give you all the time you need.
Diagnostic tests
X-rays are essential to diagnose and develop a personalized and effective treatment plan.
Cleanliness and hygiene
Cleanliness and tidiness are not only essential qualities to make a positive first impression.
It can also give you a clue about the hygiene and safety protocols followed in the clinic you are visiting.
Materials
Not all materials and brands offer the same guarantee or reliability.
If you have previously informed yourself and know some of them, don’t be afraid to ask which ones they use.
Technology
A dentist who is up to date uses the most modern methods and the most advanced technologies.
This makes diagnosis easier and treatment more effective, increasing the chances of success.
For example, we advise you to ask if they have devices such as CT, digital radiography, 3D intraoral scanner, surgical microscope, smile design software, etc.
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DENTAL CABINET
6. Financing and payment facilities
If the treatment you need has a particularly high price, the financing possibilities may be decisive in determining whether it is carried out or not.
For this reason, in our dental clinic, we offer 100% financing of the treatment.
In this way, many people who otherwise would not be able to treat themselves, can access the dental treatment they need.
If you want to obtain financing, it is important that you consult if it has interest, the term during which you can pay for the treatment and if the money is lent directly by the clinic or if it is done through an external entity.
In addition, we offer other payment facilities so that you can start your treatment as soon as possible:
Financing of 100% of the treatment in 6 and 12 months without interest or commissions.
Financing of 100% of the treatment in 18 months without interests with 1% of opening commission.
Financing of 100% of the treatment in 24 months without interest with 2% of opening commission.
Financing of 100% of the treatment in 36 months without interest with 3% of opening fee
Financing of 100% of the treatment in 48 or 60 months with 1% opening commission and shared interest.
Cash discounts for early payment
7. Dental prices and estimates
Although we have placed it at the bottom of this list, we agree that price is a decisive factor when choosing one dentist over another.
However, it should be kept in mind that the decision should be made on the basis of several factors, rather than just whether the dentist is cheap or expensive.
For this reason, one should be skeptical of the hook offers that have proliferated in recent years in the dental sector.
An example of this type of aggressive advertising is that of dental implants.
Most of the offers we are shown are misleading and do not include the complete treatment.
To avoid unpleasant surprises, we recommend that you only accept closed quotations.
An apparently cheap treatment can give you unpleasant surprises if, as the treatment progresses, new concepts are added.
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Ask for a complete estimate
For this reason, you should ask for a complete estimate, detailing all the procedures to be performed and be suspicious if any of them are not included.
Also ask for an explanation of each treatment and do not be left with doubts, because this way you will avoid overpaying.
Keep in mind that your oral health is worth more than any offer.
And when you are offered a quote think that generally the qualification, specialization, the use of good materials, the time dedicated and the safety and hygiene protocols have a cost that has to be covered.
Only by taking these factors into account will you be able to assess whether the quote is cheap or expensive.
Now that you know the keys and how to know if a dentist is good, we invite you to check that our clinic is the best option for you.
In your first visit, you will be able to see why they do not choose and we will be able to evaluate your case.
You can come for a free consultation by calling +52 664 590 8321 or filling out the form on our website.
We are waiting for you!
