If you’ve recently moved to the Newark, DE area, you likely know there are numerous dental care options available. You may be tempted to choose a practice entirely based on convenience, but we urge patients to take a closer look and select a practice that will support their family for years to come. If you’re looking for a general and family dentistry office in Newark, DE, White Clay Dental Associates invites you to take a closer look at our comfortable, state-of-the-art dentistry practice where we put your needs first.
How to Choose a Dental Office for Newark Families
Before selecting a dental office, we encourage patients to ask a past dentist for a referral, discuss good area practitioners with their physician, and ask friends and family for recommendations. Once you have your choices narrowed down, take some time to find out more about the following selection criteria:
- Services – review the services provided to make sure they meet the needs of your family. Patients with young children may want to look for a practitioner that cares for kids and adults. Patients with chronic periodontal (gum) disease might want to look for a dentist that offers periodontal therapy. Know your needs, and make sure the dentist can meet them.
- Convenience – while selecting a practice entirely on its hours or location is inadvisable, these factors should be considered before making your final choice. You may find, however, that it’s worth driving a few more minutes to get the specialized care you need. Convenience may also include payment options, insurance coverage, and other services that make treatment easier for your family.
- Comfort – not all practices offer the same treatments, technologies, amenities and patient experience. Find out what an office provides to make your experience pleasant. This is especially important for families with young children and patients that experience dental fear or anxiety. Look for an office with practitioners that spend adequate time with each patient so that there is ample time to ask questions and feel comfortable with treatment recommendations.
- Reviews – it’s one thing to read what dental offices have to say for themselves, but what actual patients have to say may be more beneficial. Read reviews from independent sources to find out what actual patients experience when visiting a practice.
- Experience – the education, training, and experience of the dentist and staff make a big difference, and should be considered before selecting a dental practice.
Find out more from the Family Dentist Newark Trusts
When it comes to investing time and money in building trusting relationships with medical practitioners who can treat your family, the choice should be entirely based on proximity or habit. Consider your dental needs, then call the Newark, DE dentist who meets them all at White Clay Dental Associates.