Why should you get a treatment plan from your dentist?

Dr Gordon Tam • August 6, 2024

Everyone should know their current oral condition and treatment options after visiting their dentist.

What is a dental treatment plan?

A dental treatment plan is a detailed plan that the dentist documents his findings after an oral examination. It reflects the current condition of each tooth that may require treatment. This treatment plan gives you a clear idea of the ideal and recommended treatment options and treatment fees. You will also know how long each treatment will take so that you can better plan your dental treatments into your schedule.

In Smile Design Dental Practice, we conduct a thorough tooth-by-tooth examination, taking photographs with our intraoral camera and microscope. After the examination and dental charting, our dentists will share with you your current oral condition and customize a treatment plan.

We listen to your needs and concerns, understand your considerations on time and budget. The treatment plan is customized to suit your considerations.

Why is a dental treatment plan important to you?

This dental treatment plan is a road map for your dental issues. With a clear plan, you and we know exactly where we will be heading together. We are also able to help you keep track of dental treatments and take care of your dental health. You will also be aware of the possible adverse outcomes if the recommended treatments are not done.

Eg. a cracked tooth may lead to loss of tooth if the treatment is not treated in a timely manner.

You will get the treatment plan after our initial consultation and examination. However, unexpected events may occur along the way or if you decided to enhance your smile through smile design makeover, eg. broke a tooth, infection, smile makeover, we will also draw up a treatment plan specifically to address to a particular dental issue or concern.

We clear your doubts!

Many of us have concerns about visiting a dentist. We are concerned about these factors.

With the treatment plan, on subsequent visits, you can better plan your schedule and budget on these treatments. You will no longer be taken by surprise to have a treatment done, leaving your mouth numbed during an important dinner after the dental visit.

Budget
Time
Pain / discomfort concerns
Fear of the unknown

No Bill Shock

Do you always hold back your dental visit, wondering what to expect and how much to pay after that? The treatment fees are clearly stated for every dental visit you have with us. We fully understand the importance of clarity, especially when it comes to fees. When you are well-informed about your treatments ahead of time, you can better plan your finances, or even be able to clock up more credit card points for your next getaway!

We are here to clear your doubts. The dental treatment plan addresses your issues with what is more urgent and what concerns you most. Speak to us, let us understand what your concerns are. We map out all your dental issues and embark on this dental journey together with you.

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