What if I am Afraid of the Dentist?
Are you afraid of the dentist? First, you should know that you are not alone. Research suggests that anywhere from one in 10, to one in five people have some fear of going to the dentist. At Gordon Center for General and Advanced Dentistry, we specialize in treating patients who have a fear of the dentist. New patients often tell us that it is because of a prior experience. They may have felt rushed, pressured into unnecessary treatment, or found dental work to be painful. At Gordon Center, we take the time to make you feel comfortable. We’ll talk you through treatment options, answer any questions you may have, and make sure you are fully numb before completing any dental work. In fact, if you visit our Testimonials or YouTube page, you will see several stories of real patients who were afraid of the dentist, but love coming to see us!
What Are Some Signs I Should Ask for a Second Opinion?
You get a gut sense that, “something doesn’t seem right”, plus two more common reasons.
What Should I Do if My Dentist Recommends a Procedure I’m Not Sure I Need?
If a dentist who takes your insurance recommends a procedure that you’re not sure you need, bring your X-rays to Gordon Center for General & Advanced Dentistry for a free second opinion consultation. Few dental decisions on treatment need to be acted on immediately. Dr.’s Leonard and David Gordon will give you information that will allow you to make the decision that is best for you. We are able to provide an expert and impartial diagnosis, because of our unique vantage point: (1) Dr. Leonard Gordon and Dr. David Gordon have nearly 50 years of combined dental experience, so they’ve likely seen a case—or several—like yours before. (2) Because the Doctors Gordon do not participate with insurance, we are not under the same pressure to produce a certain amount of work, and therefore only recommend necessary treatments. Click here to schedule an appointment.
How Are Dental Implants at Gordon Center Different From Corporate Dental Offices?
The dental solution at corporate practices often allows for only one solution: Extract all teeth and do an all-on-4. An all-on-4 is very good when it’s the appropriate treatment solution, however most people want more information about their options and about dental implants. Our goal is to find your best treatment. In our experience, many of the second opinion consultations we see from offices like Clear Choice don’t need their one solution. We’re a family-owned dental office, so you’ll see the same dentists each visit, and our before-and-afters are beautiful! Contact us at 301-258-1998 to request an appointment to see what’s the right solution for you.