{"id":8,"date":"2015-12-30T10:32:37","date_gmt":"2015-12-30T10:32:37","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.kentdentalclinic.com\/?p=8"},"modified":"2015-12-30T10:32:37","modified_gmt":"2015-12-30T10:32:37","slug":"choosing-a-dentist-kent","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/kentdentalclinic.com\/blog\/choosing-a-dentist-kent\/","title":{"rendered":"Finding the Right Dentist in Kent to Treat Your Smile"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-9\" src=\"https:\/\/kentdentalclinic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/iStock_000024443262_Small-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"dentist kent\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/kentdentalclinic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/iStock_000024443262_Small-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/kentdentalclinic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/iStock_000024443262_Small-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/kentdentalclinic.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2015\/12\/iStock_000024443262_Small.jpg 849w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/a>Making decisions isn\u2019t easy &#8212; especially when it comes to something as big as who will care for your and your family\u2019s teeth. But let us remind you that nothing promotes excellent oral health better than having a regular dentist you visit again and again. If you\u2019ve searched but still haven\u2019t found the dentist in Kent that\u2019s right for you, the team at <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kentdentalclinic.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Complete Dental Care<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400\"> has some tips for choosing an excellent dentist in 2016.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Four Things a Good Dentist Does<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">As we said before, it\u2019s never easy to settle on the one dentist for you and your whole family &#8212; but it\u2019s a lot easier when you know you\u2019re making an informed decision. We think these four things are most important when choosing a dentist for you and your family &#8212; do you agree? Would you add anything else to the list? Let us know in the comments below!<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">#1: Offers a variety of services<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">You don\u2019t want to run all over town to care for your family\u2019s smiles. Make sure the dentist you choose offers a variety of services for the whole crew, like excellent general and preventive services, for starters. Additionally, offerings like dental implants, cosmetic dentistry and emergency care may come in handy in the future &#8212; choose a dentist who can handle a number of dental needs.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">#2: Offers convenience, too<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Of course, the best dentist is the one you and your family will visit regularly. Make sure the dentist you\u2019re choosing is open at times that are convenient for you, and that the practice\u2019s location won\u2019t have you bending over backwards to reach. <\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">#3: Listens when you speak, and truly hears what you say<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Communication is key to successful dental care. If your dentist is always too busy to talk, or if he or she seems rushed when you do get the chance to chat, we advise you to keep looking. Your oral health and happiness should always be your dentist\u2019s first priority. <\/span><\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">#4: Is interested in continuing education<\/span><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Excellent dentists are involved in a variety of associations &#8212; so make sure yours is, too. You can call the practice to inquire about what organizations the dentists are part of, or what continuing education they\u2019ve received. Dentists who are interested in keeping up with the latest advancements in dentistry are able to provide you with the best care. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">Call Complete Dental Care Today<\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400\">We know your search for the best dentist in Kent will lead you to Complete Dental Care. Contact us to schedule your appointment today, and experience the difference having a good dentist can make in your life! We\u2019re here to help all our Kent neighbors achieve their best smiles. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.kentdentalclinic.com\/contact.html\"><b>Call us to begin your smile journey in 2016. <\/b><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Making decisions isn\u2019t easy &#8212; especially when it comes to something as big as who will care for your and your family\u2019s teeth. 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