Is a Family Dentist Right For You?

Choosing the perfect dentist for you and your family is anything but simple. There are general dentists, pediatric dentists, dental specialists, and family dentists to choose from. With so many options available, it can even sometimes feel overwhelming. However, if you are looking for a dentist that is good for you and your family, you may want to consider a family dentist.

Family dentists are general dentists that treat patients of all ages from toddlers to seniors. They have an extensive skill set that allows them to identify, diagnose, and treat the various health concerns that affect different age groups. They also have an office  and office staff that are well-equipped to handle all these situations.

So, how do you know if a family dentist is right for you? While you will ultimately need to consider what matters most to you when it comes to dental care, here are a few ways to know if a family dentist is right for you:

You Value Family

General dentists who operate a family practice are themselves dedicated to the family structure. Why else would they choose to work with families on a daily basis? This means that they value family probably just as much as you do and will be delighted to care for the various members of your family just as they would their own.

You Want a Caring Dentist

Family dentists are different than other types of dentists. Since they see a variety of patient ages all day, they are able to easily interact with a variety of people and will make your dental experience pleasant. With so many cold healthcare professionals, it is highly comforting to receive dental care from someone who genuinely cares about you and your family.

You Have an Insanely Busy Schedule

Does it sometimes feel like you have no time for dental appointments? With today’s busy world, this is a common problem for many people. However, seeing a family dentist can help to increase your productivity. Consider this: your family dentist can see your entire family all at once. This means no scheduling multiple appointments to drive back and forth to and from the dentist for the next two weeks. Instead you just devote one day and get everyone out of the way.

You Hate Paperwork

Another huge perk of having your entire family see your local family dentist is the fact that all their paperwork regarding dental treatment is in the same place. Therefore if you even need to obtain it for any reason, you will not need to follow a long paper trail.

If you found yourself nodding along with some of these things, then a family dentist may be right for you. Due to their family values, gentle care, convenience, and ability to keep everything organized in a single office, Family dentists have set themselves apart from different dentists. Overall, a family dentist aims to make things easier for both you and your family.

Dr. John Batlle attended the UF College of Dentistry where he received his Doctor of Dental Medicine degree in 1983. After graduating, he worked for the State of Florida and received his commission in the Navy Reserve Dental Corps. He was deployed to Guantanamo Bay, Cuba in 2002 where he served as the dentist for Detainee Operations and Navy Hospital GTMO. He recently retired from the  U.S. Navy Reserve after 26 years of service.

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