What level of education is required to be a dentist?
In addition to obtaining an undergraduate degree and dental doctorate, dentists need to complete continuing education hours each year to maintain their license. Dr. Kuan, for instance, attended San Jose State before earning his doctorate at the University of the Pacific School of Dentistry in San Francisco. All these years later, he continues to pursue advanced training to ensure he is up-to-date on the latest techniques and technologies.
How do I find the best place to get dental work done?
You might initially assume that hopping on Google is the best first step. While that will give you a list of providers in your area quickly, this can be quite overwhelming if you aren’t sure what you’re looking for. That’s why we recommend a different first step: determining what you value as a patient. For instance, are you looking for a dentist who offers dentures because you’re ready to face tooth loss head-on? Maybe you’re overdue for your six-month checkup and are looking for a practice that welcomes your dental insurance.
Once you’ve pinpointed what you’re looking for, you can begin your search. In addition to using Google, you can ask friends, coworkers, and neighbors whom you trust for their recommendations. Of course, if you’re looking for a top-rated, compassionate, and conveniently located dental team, you can call Sunny Dental, too!
How do I get emergency dental care?
If your dentures have snapped in half, you feel a sharp pain when you bite down, your gums are bleeding when you floss, or you’ve lost a dental filling, don’t wait – call us ASAP. Over the phone, a member of our team will learn about your dental emergency to assess the urgency of the situation. Then, they will schedule an appointment at our office (the same day, if needed) and walk you through what to do until you arrive.
Important reminder: If you are experiencing anything potentially life-threatening, like uncontrollable bleeding, then you should call 911 or head to the ER.
What do you do if you can't afford a dentist?
Patients often assume that the dental care that they need will be too expensive, causing them to postpone scheduling an appointment. However, there are several financial solutions that are available at our office. As a result, we’re able to help patients with all kinds of budgets! If you are interested in learning how we can help you maximize your dental insurance benefits or break up the total cost of your treatment plan into smaller monthly chunks, then take the next step: give us a call.