Finding a new dentist can be a rough process. Though it’s best to begin looking for a new dentist when you first move to a new town or neighborhood, most of us wait until we see major problems with gums and teeth.

But the best time to begin looking for a new dentist is now. Don’t put it off until you’ve got swollen gums or a bad toothache – the pain might force you to make a hasty decision, and you could end up with a new dentist you’re not satisfied with.

When you’re looking at new dentists in the Langhorne, Philadelphia or Newtown areas, it’s a good idea to keep a few things in mind:

• What kind of bedside manner does your new dentist have? - For many people, going to the dentist – especially a new dentist – is an intimidating experience. Because things like cavities and bad breath are preventable, it can be embarrassing to seek help for them. At Comprehensive Family Dentistry in Langhorne, Dr. Mark Weglos and his staff foster a comforting and caring atmosphere. We listen to our patients’ concerns and address their fears.

• Does your new dentist thoroughly examine your medical history? - When a dentist takes on a new patient, he or she has an obligation to review that patient’s medical history.  Your new dentist should also monitor any health issues that might present problems during a procedure.

• Does your new dentist maintain a productive dialogue with you? - At Comprehensive Family Dentistry, we know that the best weapon in the fight against poor dental health is an informed patient. We keep abreast of the latest advances in dentistry, and we’ll do our best to keep you informed as well. When it comes to dentistry, the best kind of care is preventative care – we can give you the best root canal therapy around, but we prefer that you don’t get cavities in the first place.

• Does your new dentist provide the full range of oral health services? - If you need an extraction, can you get one? How about implant dentistry? Will your new dentist give you dentures? Can he provide braces and other orthodontic care? Comprehensive provides all of these.

• What do your new dentists’ patients think? - At Comprehensive Family Dentistry, we’re proud of the work we do. But don’t take our word for it. Read what our patients think.

Comprehensive Family Dentistry is the best new dentist you can find servicing the Philadelphia, Newtown, Langhorne and Bucks County areas. Contact us for an appointment.