{"id":407,"date":"2022-10-12T18:38:00","date_gmt":"2022-10-12T18:38:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/?p=407"},"modified":"2022-11-15T23:59:28","modified_gmt":"2022-11-15T23:59:28","slug":"cosmetic-dentistry-consultation-questions","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/2022\/10\/12\/cosmetic-dentistry-consultation-questions\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Questions You Need to Ask at Your Cosmetic Dental Consultation"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-full is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_126385992__1668537428_19896.jpg\" alt=\"Senior male dentist in the dental office talking with a female patient\" class=\"wp-image-408\" width=\"294\" height=\"196\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_126385992__1668537428_19896.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_126385992__1668537428_19896-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.lifetime.dental\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_126385992__1668537428_19896-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 294px) 100vw, 294px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>If there\u2019s one thing you want to get right the first time, it\u2019s a dental procedure. That\u2019s why knowing how to talk to your dentist, and what questions to ask them, is important. If you have an upcoming cosmetic dental consultation, here are five things you should ask about to get a sense of what procedure would be right for you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q1: How Long Will It Take?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Establishing a timeline for each treatment will give you not only a sense of when you\u2019ll see results, but also how involved the procedures are likely to be.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q2: What Results Should I Expect?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Sometimes people are disappointed with their cosmetic treatment because they went in with the wrong expectations. Your dentist can produce incredible results, but it\u2019s important to know upfront about what the service can and can\u2019t do. If something specific is bothering you about your teeth, ask about the best way to fix that particular issue.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q3:&nbsp; Will the Treatment Hurt?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Nearly every cosmetic treatment is completely painless. That said, many people have understandable fears about how it will feel to get teeth whitening or veneers. If it\u2019ll put you at ease, you should ask your dentist whether or not your procedure will hurt.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Q4: How Long Will the Cosmetic Work Last?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Once you pay for a cosmetic treatment, you\u2019ll want to reap the rewards for as long as possible afterward. You should ask your dentist about the expected lifespan of your restoration, and what you could do to extend it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you have a dentist you can trust, you should expect good results no matter which course of treatment you take. That said, it never hurts to be as informed as possible, and your provider will be happy to answer whatever questions you have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When he was a kid, Dr. Frank Michitti had many problems with his teeth, making more trips to the dentist than he could count. Now, as a dentist himself, he has a lot of empathy for the patients he sees. That\u2019s why he dedicates himself to his work to provide the best care that he can. Dr. Michitti has completed over 1,000 hours of continuing education and has become a \u201cTop 1% Dentist\u201d for achieving Mastership status in the Academy of General Dentistry. 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