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Selecting a good dentist can be a daunting task. You’ll often have a list of names to sort through, but you may not have any idea of the criteria that will make one stand out. You want a professional you can trust, someone who cares about your wellbeing. When you’re satisfied, you know it. But how do know what to look for to make the right decision? Dr. Richard Crosby wants you to be armed with the knowledge that will lead you to the best choice. We invite you to apply your high standards to him. Dr. Crosby is confident in your consideration, because he continually offers the best in patient care at his Anchorage dental practice.

You should be able to glean all the relevant information about a dentist’s practice from their website. Look for things like:

• Education—Is the dentist qualified?
  Aside from the necessary dental degrees, does the dentist have specialty training or certifications? Is he or she affiliated with acclaimed associations?
• Experience—Has the dentist invested time?
  In addition to education, evidence of the desire to be up to date with techniques and trends as dentistry advances is very important. Participating regularly in continuing education is a good sign that he or she is serious about keeping skills sharp.
• Approach—Are patients the priority?
  You won’t feel like you’re getting quality care if you’re not seeing the dentist directly and having your questions answered one on one. Good dentists will take time to treat each patient individually and are committed to educating patients about necessary procedures and good oral health. If you’re nervous about visiting the dentist, look for one who has a strategy for how to help you relax during your visit.
• Technology—Is the office current?
  Look for the ways a dentist incorporates innovative machinery and techniques into his or her practice. For example, Dr. Crosby places implants using interactive 3D planning software and low radiation CAT-scans, providing greater accuracy during surgery and a better post-operative experience.
• Evidence—Are you impressed with the dentist’s work?
  Look for examples of work the dentist has performed. Are there recommendations from actual patients? Pictures of patients who have had procedures done?

Take a look around Dr. Crosby’s website and see if he’s the right dentist for you. If you’d like to schedule an appointment, call our Anchorage office. We look forward to meeting and exceeding your expectations.