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If your dentist recommends significant dental work, such as a tooth extraction or veneers, it's worth getting a second opinion from another provider. While this type of intense dental work can be what you need to save a tooth or repair a damaged smile, you may have other options as well. Choose a dentist at a different practice and ask for an unbiased review of your dentist's conclusions.

Assessing Need

Unfortunately, there are unscrupulous dentists in the world who will recommend procedures you don't need to pad their bottom lines. Whether it's an extraction of a tooth that could be saved or a root canal when a simple filling would do, you don't want to go through unnecessary trouble and expense. A second opinion can help you determine whether your dentist is honest or trying to upsell you for extra money.

DentistProviding Alternatives

In other cases, the suggested treatment is a possible answer to a real dental problem, but it’s not the only answer. If you aren't satisfied with your dentist’s options, another professional may have other suggestions. This could range from a different filling material to a whole new orthodontic or tooth replacement procedure.

Easing Worries

In some cases, a second dentist will recommend the same treatment your usual provider said. While this might seem like a waste of time, it's a great way to lay doubts to rest and give you confidence in your diagnosis. If two dentists independently reach the same conclusion about your dental health, it's probably the right one.

 

Dr. Charles Bumgardner DMD provides comprehensive dental services to patients of all ages in Lexington, SC. If you aren’t sure about a recommended treatment and need a second opinion, Dr. Bumgardner is happy to provide an exam and advice. He offers a comprehensive selection of services including teeth cleanings, gum disease treatment, veneers, bridges, and dental implants. To meet with him, call (803) 356-6030 for an appointment, or reach out online.

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