If you have decided to enhance your smile, you will need to select a good cosmetic dentist. Having an excellent practitioner to transform your appearance can make all the difference. It’s important to choose a cosmetic dentist that you trust and who you feel will produce exceptional results.

Keep these questions in mind as you search for a cosmetic dentist:

Does the dentist have extensive cosmetic training?

Just as you wouldn’t see your family doctor to perform knee replacement surgery, you shouldn’t choose a general dentist with little cosmetic experience to update your smile. Look at the dentist’s bio and find out what organizations he or she is affiliated with, such as the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, American Academy of Esthetic Dentistry, or the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies.

How many smile makeovers has the dentist completed?

Cosmetic dentistry combines art with science, so you want to select a dentist with both technical skill and a good eye for detail. Developing this talent takes years of practice; you don’t need to be part of the trial and error phase.

Does the dentist provide examples and photos of finished cases?

An experienced cosmetic dentist should have plenty of Before and After photos for you to look through and so you can see the results. Some dental offices, such as Brown, Reynolds & Snow, even post before and after pictures on their website.

What do patients say about the dentist’s work?

Not only should you ask for patient referrals, but use the Internet as a good resource. With review Web sites and social media sites like Facebook, you should be able to find unbiased patient opinions about any dentist you are considering. The office of Brown, Reynolds & Snow invite their patients to provide reviews, which they proudly post on their Facebook page