Choosing a health care provider of any sort can be difficult. Nowadays everything is done on the internet, and there is so much information out there that it can be overwhelming. Choosing a dental implant specialist can be especially daunting, since it’s a specialty not many people know much about until they’ve been through treatment.
More people are getting dental implants because it’s becoming easier and more affordable, so here are some things to keep in mind when doing online research to find a dental implant specialist.
Education and Credentials
You want your implant specialist to be properly trained of course, and have the appropriate certifications. It is relatively easy to verify a dentists or orthodontists credentials online.
Dr. Joe Field, DDS, FAAID, FICOI, FAGD, DABOI/ID is virtually unmatched in his skills in dentistry.  He is a Diplomate in the American Board of Oral Implantology, and that is where his passion lies. Implant surgery is his specialty and you’d be hard pressed to find anyone more trained and compassionate in the dental implant community.
Established Practice and Strong Professional Reputation
One of the many positive aspects of the internet is that it’s relatively easy to find out things about businesses. Yelp, for example, offers previous consumers an opportunity to share their experiences with potential consumers.
Of course there is always the possibility that a review might be biased for some reason or another, but you can usually get a pretty decent idea about a business and their reputation using these resources. The Stars a business has is based on an average. A 4 star rating that is based on 100 reviews that follow a positive pattern of statements is likely a reputable business or practice.
Do They Have What You’re Looking For?
Dr. Field is known for his compassionate approach to patient care. He understands that being in the dentist chair can be scary and intimidating, and in fact he hates being there himself!
For this reason he is specialized in sedation dentistry, and has helped hundreds of patients with severe dental phobia to get the treatment they had previously been unable to bear.
With the use of sedation dentistry, as well as top-notch technology, Dr. Field can complete procedures that used to take weeks in a single office visit. He completes same day implant surgery as well as same day crowns.
With the use of sedation and advanced healing technology, procedures that were previously unbearable to frightened patients are now just a blip on their radar-many patients go right back to work the following morning!
An implant specialists’ website should highlight their focus and strengths. You should be able to see patient reviews and testimonials. If you’re having difficulty in finding out anything about your potential specialist, you should keep looking until you find one with a strong online professional presence and reputation.
The Best Implant Specialist on the Peninsula
Whatever you do, don’t settle for anything less than what you are looking for! Dr. Field is constantly furthering his education, and frequently appears as a speaker at events for his peers.
He specializes in sedation dentistry, but his compassion and empathy go much further than IV medications. His office is designed to promote relaxation and peace. He has a calm and empathetic demeanor that instantly puts patients at ease. He is very sympathetic to those who have dental phobia, and has been known to escort patients into the office from their cars in order to offer reassurance and support.
If you are looking into dental implants for yourself or a loved one, look no further. Dr. Field serves patients all over the Peninsula, from San Francisco to San Mateo and all the surrounding communities. He offers free consultations, and will get you on the road towards the beautiful smile that you deserve.
