What questions should you be asking a dentist?
Unfortunately, most patients don’t make the most out of their appointments with our dentist in Dorking. In their hurry to leave the dental clinic to get on with their day, they fail to take advantage of the golden opportunity of asking our dentist in Dorking some very important questions. As a patient-centric dental practice, we at Bespoke Dental Lounge believe that asking questions is a fundamental part of dental appointments.
Some may feel that with Google, you can easily find information online. While this may be true to a certain extent, the real concern has to deal with the quality of information from unverified sources. Instead of being helpful, information that does not originate from trusted sources can be misleading and potentially damaging – particularly in the case of medical information.
It is always best to use the information provided by an experienced professional, which is why dental appointments are the best opportunity to do so first-hand.
We recommend that you compile a list of questions to bring along on the date of your appointment with us. Note down any symptoms that concern you. In writing down your questions, there is less chance of you forgetting to ask them in the heat of the moment.
Not sure which questions you should ask when visiting our dentist in Dorking? Feel free to draw inspiration from our suggestions below.
Questions every patient should ask their dentist
It is only by asking questions that you can be proactive about your dental health. If oral hygiene provides the foundation for good oral health, then asking questions related to oral hygiene is a good place to start.
- ‘Am I brushing my teeth correctly?’
- ‘What toothbrush would be best for me?’
- ‘What should I not do when brushing my teeth?’
- ‘What happens if I don’t floss every day?’
- ‘How do I avoid gum disease?’
All of the above are good questions to put to a dentist.to ensure good oral hygiene is maintained. Patients often feel that they know how to clean their teeth but are surprised when our dentist tells them otherwise. Brushing too hard or using the wrong type of toothbrush can actually harm dental health instead of protecting it.
The importance of routine dental check-ups is another point that often needs explaining. Find out why this is important and what can be expected during these routine dental appointments.
When it comes to dental treatments, patients always want to know about the expected outcomes – few ask about potential risks and side effects. When making an informed choice about which treatment option to choose, you must consider all related information such as pros, cons, the final result and its risks, and viable alternative options.
Another question most patients don’t think of asking but should is, ‘can my dental condition affect other parts of my body or mental health?’ The mouth and body are not independent of each other; what happens in the mouth can affect organs as far deep as the heart and lungs.
Our dentist at Bespoke Dental Lounge is here to help. We can treat symptoms when they arise and also arm you with need-to-know information to avoid experiencing dental problems.