{"id":1303,"date":"2017-12-18T06:51:52","date_gmt":"2017-12-18T06:51:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycostamesadentist.com\/blog\/?p=1303"},"modified":"2025-07-08T13:18:18","modified_gmt":"2025-07-08T13:18:18","slug":"dental-veneers-preparing-appointment","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.mycostamesadentist.com\/blog\/dental-veneers-preparing-appointment\/","title":{"rendered":"Dental Veneers – Preparing for your Appointment"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"veneers<\/a>Dental veneers are an excellent, permanent solution to achieving that perfect smile.\u00a0 Whether you’re wanting to fix a cracked tooth, chipped tooth, broken tooth, straighten teeth, or just need to update your smile, there are some key things you should do to prepare for your appointment.\u00a0 If you have not already had a dental veneer consultation, schedule one!\u00a0 The first step is getting the information you need to be able to move forward with veneers.\u00a0 Dr. Jeremy Jorgenson<\/a> and the Advanced Dental Care team<\/a> are here to help with all of your questions!<\/p>\n

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Step 1: Finding a Cosmetic Dentist<\/h2>\n

Getting dental veneers is a personal, exciting experience!\u00a0 You want to make sure you fully understand the process, and more importantly, trust the doctor who will be placing your veneers.\u00a0 When looking for a cosmetic dentist, check dentist review websites to ensure the doctor is reputable and has experience placing veneers.\u00a0 Ask others for recommendations online or in cosmetic dentistry forums in your area.\u00a0 Look at dental veneers “Before and Afters” on review sites<\/a> and on the doctor’s website.<\/p>\n

Step 2: Scheduling a Consultation<\/h2>\n

Scheduling the consultation may seem like an administrative step, but there are many early signs that can predict what your experience with the office will be like.\u00a0 When you find a dentist you want to schedule a consultation with, take note of the ease and convenience of the booking process.\u00a0 Was the office easy to get a hold of? Did they answer the phone promptly or respond quickly to email and text? Were they able to schedule you within the next 2-3 days or at the time your requested?\u00a0 You’ll want to feel comfortable in knowing you can always reach the office in case of an emergency.<\/p>\n

When you call\/text\/email\/live chat Advanced Dental Care<\/a>, one of our friendly and knowledgeable staff members will respond promptly 24 hours a day, 7 days a week (except if you live chat us at 3:00am, we may be asleep.)\u00a0 We provide cosmetic consultations and have evening, morning, and Saturday appointments for your convenience.\u00a0 We always prepare for all of our appointments by verifying dental insurance<\/a> benefits prior to the appointment, and ensure that we are ready to accommodate any requests you might have.\u00a0 Our patients’ satisfaction is our number one priority and we mean that!<\/p>\n

Step 3: Meeting the Doctor<\/h2>\n

It’s your consultation day!\u00a0 When you arrive to the doctor’s office, there are some tell-tale signs of a good staff.\u00a0 Did the front desk welcome you to the office? Is the office is clean? up-to-date? These little details may seem small, but staff who take pride in their workplace will most likely take care of you.\u00a0 In addition, having digital technologies such as electronic records, digital x-rays, and other modern equipment is another sign that the doctor stays up-to-date on the latest and greatest advancements for you.<\/p>\n

When meeting the doctor, you’ll want to make sure you feel comfortable and on are the same page.\u00a0 You should also discuss what type of smile you want to achieve.\u00a0 If you have photos of smiles you like or can point out certain things you don’t like, it is important to discuss these things early on.\u00a0 The goal for most dental veneer patients is to achieve the most natural look as possible.\u00a0 However, if your goal was to have a totally different looking smile, even if the final result did not look natural, that is something the doctor should know.<\/p>\n

Additional Questions to Consider Asking about Dental Veneers:<\/h3>\n