No More Excuses - How Social Media can get you in the Dental Chair by just a Convenient Click Away!

 

Let's face it. Not many people enjoy going to the dentist, however in today's world, you have all the tools you need to feel safe, secure and confident in finding the right one. Or if your general dentist refers you to a specialist, you can view information on the web and rest assure you will be in good hands. Here are some social media friendly reasons why visiting your dentist regularly is easier in 2014!

 

·  Research Yourself - If you have a computer or a smart phone, you are in business! Use the internet to find out any research you can. You can visit websites like Yelp, Angie's List and other medical sites that allow you to view ratings, reviews, photos and so much more! Here you can view and compare the answers to any questions you may have. Check out any other professional associations  the dentist is linked to. You may be surprised how involved they are in the dental community, which should make you feel even more comfortable with your visits.

 

·  Location  & Information - Google your dentist. Their website or another site will have their address and may even have a map making it easier to navigate directions. You can even pull it up on your Smartphone and it can take you there turn for turn. You should also be able to see the office hours, days open, lunch hours and any other beneficial info. Voila!

 

·  Making Appointments Online - That's right people, it's true. Most dental websites have an area where you can make appointments on line or at the very least send an instant message so the office can be notified immediately. This is usually under the "Contact Us" section. Send your note with just a click! If you are an elder patient and you are not familiar with computers or Smartphone's, have a tech savvy family member help you out!

 

·  Saving Time & Money for Both Parties - Technology helps save time. For example, instead of waiting on the phone with the receptionist to ask lots of questions, you can find most information like maps and forms on the website or on line. The dentists save time and money because their employees are more productive, since technology is on their side assisting them with daily activities. This means they can get through their load of work faster.

 

·  Help you Build a Relationship with your Dentist/Specialist - Social Media makes it easier for you to connect with your dentist or specialist as an actual person, not just someone who works on your mouth. You can view their bios, blogs, reviews, pictures on line or from your Smartphone and instantly feel a connection. When you visit their office, they may even have office and staff videos set up from their Ipad so you can see or hear their interviews and learn more. All these wonderful tools help give you more information to put you at ease and helps you establish hopefully a long lasting relationship with your dentist and a healthy mouth! :)