What to Look For When Choosing Your Cosmetic Dentist
Experience
Does the dentist have a high level of experience in general dentistry, cosmetic dentistry and full-mouth reconstruction? Dr. Camacho has completed well over ten thousand dental procedures including thousands of full mouth reconstructions. There is not anything he has not encountered and handled so you can be assured you are in very experienced and competent hands. Dr. Camacho has over 30 years experience, so you can rest easy knowing he can get the job done right.
How extensive is the dentist’s practice?
Does he /she offer study models, imaging technology, and/or bonding previews for your procedure recommendations? Cosmetic Dentistry of San Antonio has the most advanced technology and truly state of the art equipment including an on the spot imaging that shows you what your newly restored smile will look like!
Does the dentist have before-and-after photos of past patients?
Dr. Camacho has an extensive photo library of happy patients with beautifully created smiles, and a growing online before and after gallery.
Staff Communication
Ask about the dental assistant that the dentist plans on using during your visit. Do they communicate well with each other? Lynda, our head assistant, has been with Dr. Camacho for over 14 years and is one of the most highly skilled assistants in San Antonio. Having a highly trained and skilled assistant is crucial in making sure that your appointment is extremely smooth and comfortable.
Quality Materials
Ask about the different types of materials that the dentist has selected for your treatment plan. At Cosmetic Dentistry of San Antonio we use the most up to date dental materials available. We also work with some of the most premier labs in the nation. The labs we are partnered with are on the cutting edge of technology and therefore we can offer more options than any in house lab and that means a better smile for you.
Expected Quality of Results
How long are the results expected to last and what kind of maintenance is required in order to maintain the benefit of the procedures.Dr. Camacho has bridges that he delivered 30 years ago that are still in excellent condition. It is vitally important that patients keep up with their routine cleaning and check-ups to ensure their work lasts them for a long time. As with any dental work done, home care is extremely important.
What types of treatments are offered?
What is the cosmetic dentist’s diagnosis and what treatments are offered / suggested? It is important that you understand your treatment plan and any viable alternatives. Dr. Camacho will take the time to make sure that you understand your diagnosis, answer all your questions and that you are aware of all options that are available to you so that you are 100% comfortable with your treatment plan. If you would like to bring your spouse with you, Dr. Camacho is more than happy to answer any questions they may have as well.
We encourage our patients to ask questions and get all the data they need to make an informed decision. There is no time limit on your appointment and there is no pressure. You are treated as an individual and our goal is to ensure that you receive the best care possible in the most comfortable surroundings as possible. Dr. Camacho is never too busy to take the time to listen to his patients and address any questions they have.
