Choosing a Cosmetic Dentist

    LAS VEGAS, NV, December 31, 2011 /24-7PressRelease/ -- You have many options when choosing a cosmetic dentist. The intense competition for your business can make choosing the right practitioner an overwhelming process. You will want to find a dentist with impeccable qualifications and who is worthy of your trust. But how will you know when you have found that dentist?

There are many factors which you should evaluate when choosing your cosmetic dentist. Below are some of the most important to consider.

A Commitment to Continuing Education

All dentists have earned degrees at an accredited dental school. However, this should only be the beginning of a dentist's training. Achieving exceptional cosmetic dentistry results requires high levels of skill and attention to detail. You will want to work with a cosmetic dentist who remains up-to-date on all of the most advanced techniques in the field.

Always ask your potential cosmetic dentist about his continuing education regimen. Ideally, your dentist should have completed training at a prestigious post graduate cosmetic dentistry institution such as the Las Vegas Institute of Advanced Dental Studies (LVI). Make sure your dentist commits to participating in some form of continuing education courses every year.

Advanced Technology

The skill level of your dentist is not the only factor which will determine the quality of your results. The technology used in your treatments will play a significant role as well. Advances in dental technology have improved the safety, precision, and comfort of cosmetic dentistry procedures. As a result, you can now achieve beautiful, natural looking results that blend in seamlessly with your smile.

Make sure your cosmetic dentist has incorporated most of the following technology into his practice:

- Digital x-rays - Provide sharper, more detailed images than traditional x-rays. Digital x-rays also reduce your radiation exposure dramatically compared to traditional x-rays, making them a much safer option.
- CEREC CAD/CAM - CEREC CAD/CAM technology enables your cosmetic dentist to fabricate custom dental restorations in-office. This eliminates the weeks of waiting while your restoration is constructed by a lab, and it allows you to have your procedure completed in one office visit.
- Soft tissue diode lasers - Laser technology provides for a less invasive procedure and increases the precision of your results. Lasers greatly improve the results achieved in gum recontouring procedures and during periodontal therapy.
- TENS and K7 technology - TENS therapy and K7 computerized jaw tracking provide you with state-of-the art treatment for TMD issues, ensuring that your jaw will be placed back in its ideal resting position.

A Commitment to Personalized Care

Many dental practices see a high volume of patients every day in an attempt to maximize profits. Ultimately, this is never beneficial to the patient. In many of these cases, you may only interact with your cosmetic dentist for a few minutes while the majority of your procedure is performed by a hygienist or dental assistant.

Make sure you choose a cosmetic dentist who is committed to providing you with the highly personalized attention you deserve. This should start with your initial consultation. Does the dentist conduct the consultation or is it handled by other staff members? Does the dentist take as much time as needed to answer all of your questions? The service you receive during your consultation will speak volumes about the service you can expect during your procedure.

For more information about how to choose a cosmetic dentist, please visit the website of Dr. Randy Bryson and Dr. Toni Margio, serving patients in Las Vegas, Summerlin, and Henderson, Nevada at http://drsbrysonandmargio.com.

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