7557 Rambler Rd Suite 1023,
Dallas,
TX
75231
Mary Swift, DDS – General Dentist & Morgan Petty, DDS – General Dentist
18
Oct
What Happens During a Virtual Smile Consult?
There are times that making a visit to a dentist’s office is not possible or practical, so knowing that a virtual smile consult can be done from one’s own home is a definite plus. For those who suffer from broken or missing teeth, it can be hard to visualize just how great a restored smile could look. Understanding how this process works can help those who may not have heard of this type of consult before.
What is a virtual smile consult and how does it work?
A virtual smile consult is a way for a person to see just how attractive a healthy-looking restoration could look. More personalized information will also be given to help a patient understand what to expect from the restoration process.
Does a person need to make an in-person visit to the dentist?
Since the exchange of all of the images and information is done online, the patient can meet the requirements from the comfort of home. This saves at least one in-person visit to the office and allows the dentist time to give the procedure some quality time and contemplation.
How does the dentist know what needs to be done?
The first thing a patient needs to do is take a series of close-up selfie photos of the teeth. The lips may need to be pulled out of the way, and care should be taken to move the tongue out of the way. If possible, take a shot of the inside surfaces of the teeth as well. The photos are then sent to the dentist via email or an online submission form along with any comments and concerns the patient has.
What does the dentist do with the photos?
The dentist will analyze the photos and information that is received and put together a video presentation. It will explain the repairs that are needed, the customized restoration process that is proposed, how many visits will be required and the estimated cost of such services.
How does the patient know what the dentist is able to do?
The patient will be given access to the video and can then see how the results look in a virtual image or video. It should show a variety of angles and provide options. The information provided can help the patient make a sound decision about future treatments before accepting the proposal.
How much does a virtual consult cost?
In general, a virtual consult can be done at no cost to the patient. In addition, many practices offer no-obligation consults so that a patient does not need to feel pressured into going forward with treatment.
Conclusion
When a less than stellar smile slows someone down and hampers either social or business interactions, it is time to consider making some positive changes. A virtual smile consult is a helpful way for a patient and dentist to connect and share information about what is needed to complete a life-changing smile restoration that will leave both beaming with pride.
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