{"id":5,"date":"2019-06-07T18:35:56","date_gmt":"2019-06-07T18:35:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/blog\/?p=5"},"modified":"2019-07-02T18:36:06","modified_gmt":"2019-07-02T18:36:06","slug":"choose-dentist-springfield-nj","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/07\/choose-dentist-springfield-nj\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Choose a Dentist in Springfield, NJ"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/blog\/2019\/06\/07\/choose-dentist-springfield-nj\/\" class=\"block-image-link\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"woman giving thumbs up while in dental chair\" class=\"wp-image-6\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/07\/AdobeStock_194283951__1562092060_27919.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Finding the right dentist is important. After all, they will\nbe caring for your oral health for years to come. You want to have a\nrelationship built on trust and respect. However, it can be hard to make that\ndecision, especially if you live in an area with multiple dentists. How are you\nsupposed to know which one to choose? Let\u2019s look at how to select the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/about.html\">dentist<\/a> who can best meet your\nneeds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Questions Should I Ask Myself When Choosing a Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Here are a few questions you can use as a starting point when\nselecting a dentist:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Are their office hours convenient for your\nschedule?<\/li><li>How easy is it to get to the office from work or\nhome?<\/li><li>What are the dentist\u2019s qualifications?<\/li><li>Is the dentist in your insurance network?<\/li><li>What is the office\u2019s policy on missed appointments?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Should I Ask Myself When Visiting the Office?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re visiting a dentist\u2019s office, there are a few\nthings you should consider, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Does the office look clean?<\/li><li>Is the staff friendly and eager to answer your\nquestions?<\/li><li>During patient treatment, do the dentist and\nstaff wear gloves, masks, and other protective gear?<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What If I Have Special Needs? <\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If you or someone in your family have special needs, then\nit\u2019s crucial to find a dentist who can effectively and comfortably treat you.\nThere are a few extra things you need to do, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Let the dentist know about your condition. <\/li><li>Ask the dentist if he or she has any special\ntraining or interest in treating patients with your specific condition.<\/li><li>Ask if the dental office is accessible to\npatients with disabilities.<\/li><li>Find out if the office is part of your insurance\nplan. <\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What If I Need Low-Cost Dental Care?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dental assistance programs vary from state to state. Contact\nthe dental society for your state to learn whether there are any programs in\nyour area that could cover you. Dental school clinics typically offer care at a\nlower cost, so that could be an option. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ultimately, the dentist you choose should be respectful of\nyour needs above all else. You should be comfortable talking to them as well as\ndiscussing your smile plans with them. Going to the dentist can be a bit of a\npain, so it\u2019s important to choose someone who can make your visits as easy as\npossible. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Dr. Aliana Henkin comes from a family of dentists, so she\npractically grew up in a dental office. She earned her doctorate at Rutgers\nSchool of Dental Medicine. She is a Fellow of the International Dental Implant\nAssociation as well as a member of both the American and New Jersey Dental\nAssociations. To learn more about her qualifications or how she can be your\nnext dentist, click <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sdentalnj.com\/contact.html\">here<\/a>\nor call (973)-564-0564.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"Finding the right dentist is important. After all, they will be caring for your oral health for years to come. You want to have a relationship built on trust and respect. However, it can be hard to make that decision, especially if you live in an area with multiple dentists. How are you supposed to know which one to choose? 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