Good vs. Bad Dentistry

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lacie - 08 Jul 2009 21:01 GMT

Hi there,

I have a situation that I think a lot of people may go through. 4
years ago my dentist, whom I liked and trusted, sold her practice to
the first new dentist. This dentist did a crown that appeared to go
fairly easy. She then sold the practice in the 6 month interval of my
next appointment. This new dentist said that that crown plus the only
other crown in my mouth needed to be replaced because the margins were
compromised. I agreed, he showed me with the intraoral camera.
Overall I didn't really like him so I didn't go back for my 6 month
recall. After 1.5 years I decided to find a new dentist that I saw
yesterday. She now says both those crowns need to be replaced because
of the same issue. I'm really concerned about having these replaced
again. How is a consumer to know who is right? How do you find a
quality dentist? I am very fortunate to have the means as well as
good insurance to afford this. I can't imagine if I didn't. Any
insight you can provide?

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tenthmed - 09 Jul 2009 01:48 GMT

> Hi there,
>
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> good insurance to afford this. I can't imagine if I didn't. Any
> insight you can provide?

I've heard this same question, over and over for 30+ years. If you
can't get a word of mouth recommendation from a satisfied friend or
relative, perhaps you might try calling a local dental specialist,
such as a periodontist, for the name of someone he/she would go to him/
herself. However, even this is not fool-proof or a guarantee of a
good recommendation. I've seen a lot of dental work over the years and
never hesitated to give to a stranger/cold caller the name of a
dentist whose work was excellent. Unfortunately, just because someone
has a jurisdictional dental license does not make him/her an adequate,
reputable, or ethical practitioner. Often, it is trial and error
before you find a "gem". Once you do find one, don't let go!

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Amatus Cremona - 09 Jul 2009 02:47 GMT

I think I smell abfraction going on.

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> Hi there,
>
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> good insurance to afford this. I can't imagine if I didn't. Any
> insight you can provide?

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Steven Bornfeld - 09 Jul 2009 04:29 GMT

> I think I smell abfraction going on.

Luckily, organic chemistry destroyed my sense of smell.

Steve

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