{"id":345,"date":"2021-02-05T00:27:00","date_gmt":"2021-02-05T00:27:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/?p=345"},"modified":"2021-03-16T00:32:28","modified_gmt":"2021-03-16T00:32:28","slug":"cosmetic-dentist-vs-general-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/2021\/02\/05\/cosmetic-dentist-vs-general-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Cosmetic Dentist vs. General Dentist: What\u2019s the Difference?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft size-large is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AdobeStock_100092410__1514318226_66711.jpg\" alt=\"Woman pointing at her new smile from a cosmetic dentist.\" class=\"wp-image-346\" width=\"363\" height=\"242\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AdobeStock_100092410__1514318226_66711.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AdobeStock_100092410__1514318226_66711-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/03\/AdobeStock_100092410__1514318226_66711-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 363px) 100vw, 363px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>While dentists can specialize in many things, there\u2019s actually no specific specialty for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/cosmetic-dentistry.html\">cosmetic dentistry.<\/a> This means that any dentist can technically call themselves a cosmetic dentist even if most of the treatments they provide fall under general dentistry. For this reason, it\u2019s more important than ever to choose a dentist that not only has experience in the treatment you\u2019re considering, but is willing to give your unique dental needs the attention they deserve. Here\u2019s how you can tell these two types of dentists apart.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Cosmetic Dentists Keep Learning After Dental School<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While it\u2019s not possible to technically \u201cspecialize\u201d in a field like cosmetic dentistry, there are many dedicated institutions that focus on the field to help dentists enhance their skills and understand dental materials to the best of their ability. For example, many dentists will take the time to attend organizations like the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you\u2019re looking for a cosmetic dentist, find out if the one you\u2019re considering holds accreditation with educational organizations like these. This level of expertise and dedication is sure to give you more confidence about your future smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">They Are Willing to Show Their Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>If a dentist wasn\u2019t proud of the lives they\u2019ve changed through their cosmetic dentistry, what does that tell you? Many dentists who spend a lot of time performing cosmetic treatments will feature a smile gallery on their website. Not only can you see just how effective the dentist is at making beautiful smiles, but you can better understand the treatments they feel most comfortable performing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">They Listen to Your Needs First and Foremost<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there\u2019s no guarantee that a general dentist won\u2019t listen to all of your needs upfront, it becomes especially important to consider if you are planning on completing cosmetic dental treatment. The last thing you want is for a dentist to try and upsell you services you aren\u2019t interested in. Any cosmetic dentist worth their salt will make your preferences a priority. When speaking with them, does it feel like they are really listening? Or do they seem to wait until you stop talking so they can push a service they really want to complete?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">They Offer the Services You\u2019re Looking For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Cosmetic dentists generally offer more treatments dedicated to enhancing smiles over general dentists, but this is not always the case. At the end of the day, what\u2019s most important is confirming that the dentist you\u2019re looking for has the service that <em>you <\/em>want, whether it\u2019s veneers, teeth whitening, gum recontouring or something else!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Don\u2019t put off your smile makeover another day. Find a cosmetic dentist near you that\u2019s actually willing to make your needs their highest priority!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Author<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/meet-dr-howard.html\">Dr. Howard<\/a> is not only an Accredited Member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry, but he\u2019s also on the Board of Directors, an Accreditation Mentor, and Editorial Review Board Member of the Journal of Cosmetic Dentistry. This on top of his many <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/smile-gallery.html\">cosmetic cases<\/a> he\u2019s performed over the years is sure to give you confidence about his dedication to cosmetic dentistry and the results you can expect by choosing him for care. To schedule an appointment with his office, you can contact him through his <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nyhowarddds.com\/contact.html\">website.<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>While dentists can specialize in many things, there\u2019s actually no specific specialty for cosmetic dentistry. This means that any dentist can technically call themselves a cosmetic dentist even if most of the treatments they provide fall under general dentistry. 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