What do I ask a new dentist?

Question

I need to go to the dentist, and this will be the first time that I have ever done this on my own as an adult with insurance and no parents leading the way. What kinds of questions do I ask to know whether or not I have found a good dentist? How do I find out about the dentist's billing practices or prices?

Answer 1

ask him the no. of teeth he took out or ml of blood

Answer 2

If you can, ask around at work or friends to see if anyone recommends a good dentist.  Then call the place and see if they accept your insurance and if they will bill them directly (if not, you'd have to do a claims, and that's a pain in the butt).  If you want to know the prices, just ask...they will tell you how much a cleaning is or whatever you need.  

It's hard to know if a dentist is good or not until you try them out...  Just go for a regular cleaning, and if they say you need this and that done, and you don't trust them, get a second opinion.

Good luck!  It will be easier than it seems.

Answer 3

Usually,   before you even meet the dentist,  the front desk receptionists will make sure you know the billing procedures and practices,  it's always step one when meeting a new patient.

You will know if you found a good dentist by your gut feeling at first.  Do you like this person,  the other staff,  the office ?    The most important thing is trust,  do you trust this person with your health ?   Are they friendly,  patient,  and caring.

Don't worry about what questions to ask,  they will know what to ask you to develop a good relationship.

If anything makes you feel uneasy while you are there,  don't hesitate to meet another dentist next time.