What makes a good aesthetic and restorative dentist?

A. A good aesthetic dentist is someone that can understand and use science, can think like an artist and has the technical skills of a master. Often this will take years to acquire the knowledge, skills and wisdom to excel in this area. Look at the credentials and educational background and ask questions. You should want someone with specific training and expertise, not just someone who uses the term cosmetic or aesthetic in an ad. Ask to see examples of before and after cases that have been completed by the dentist. Find out from other patients that have had similar treatment completed how their experience was and what their results have been. Talk with the doctor and the staff and see if there is a fit. This can be one of life's most significant and altering events and it should feel right. Don't let anyone talk you into doing any of this, it has to be something you want.  more