Arizona Gentle Dentistry

You may have noticed that the atmosphere of the dental office is making a change. Back when previous generations went to the dentist it was often viewed as a punishment with uncomfortable chairs and very little bedside manner from the dentist. Dental technology was still in its early stages and procedures were more painful with a longer recovery period. With new advances in technology and patients having more options, dental offices are taking on a whole new norm where their goal is to not only provide more effective dental procedures, but also a better overall dental experience for their patients. Gentle dentistry is the new standard of practice and the patient has more say now than ever in what works best for them.

There are still many out there who dread going to the dentist and view dentist offices as stark with white walls and a chair that looks like something out of a torture room. For years dentists have gotten a bad rap for uncomfortable procedures and bland offices. Gentle dentistry is looking to change that image and assure patients that going to the dentist is not only beneficial to their health, but can also be a pleasant experience. Most dentist offices today have painted their offices in welcoming tones, with pleasant pictures on the walls. Some more upscale offices even have televisions in each room and individual iPods for their patients to use during procedures. Dental hygienists are not only there to help the dentist, but are also looking out for your overall comfort. See a virtual tour of our gentle dentistry office here.

New dental procedures are continuing to be developed to make that patients experience as pain free as possible with a minimal recovery time. Procedures have become less invasive and pain management is now a more valued part of any major procedure than in the past. Gentle dentistry also provides the patient with more options, such as sedation dentistry, and opens up dialogue with the dentist. With more dental offices taking a gentle dentistry approach, dentists are working harder to establish relationships with their patients and give them multiple options on what they think would be the best dental procedure for them.

Gentle dentistry is all about creating a whole experience for the patient. If you are looking for a new dentist, please consider the gentle dentists at Tempe Dental Care. We do our best to make your visit as comfortable as possible!