Your relationship with your dentist is important, and you'll want to find a dentist who makes you feel comfortable and with whom you can openly discuss your oral health concerns. Because you never know when you might have a dental emergency, it's important to begin building a relationship with a dentist now so you'll be prepared if you need urgent dental care. It's also a good idea to contact a few dental offices to determine who you feel most comfortable with. Ask the following questions:

What are the office hours? (You want to be sure the office is open at times that suit your schedule.)

How does your office handle dental emergencies?

Do you explain dental procedures and the associated costs before providing the service? (Your
     dentist should be willing to explain options and estimate costs before treatment.)

Do you provide dental health education tips and training on personal oral health care? (How you take
     care of your teeth at home can help prevent or minimize the need for more serious dental treatment.)

Do you screen for oral cancer and other diseases? (More than 120 diseases can be detected
     through an oral exam.)

Do you treat children? At what age do you suggest children first see you in your office? (Both the
     American Academy of Pediatrics and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists now recommend
     that children be seen in the dental office at age one.)

So you'll enjoy the greatest value from your Delta Dental plan, ask the dentist if he or she is a participating Delta Dental dentist.

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