12 questions to ask your dentist at your examination
In the dentist's chair, nervous, it's easy to forget what you meant to ask. Yet the right questions help you understand the treatment and compare clinics. At Dent32 in Beylikdüzü, Dr. Hüseyin Aşçı and the team share the answers to these questions as a written plan after the examination, and you're welcome to come with your list.
Questions about the diagnosis
- What exactly is the problem? Can you show me on the X-ray or a photo?
- What happens if I don't treat it, or if I put it off?
- Is this urgent, or can it wait?
Questions about the options
- Is there another option? Is a less invasive approach possible?
- What are the pros, cons and risks of each option?
- Which material will be used, and why that one?
We discuss the choice between crowns and orthodontics in veneers or orthodontics? and between implants and bridges in implant or bridge?.
Questions about the process
- How many visits will it take, and how long between them?
- Will there be pain during or after, and how will it be managed?
- Will it affect my work, school or daily life?
Cost, guarantees and aftercare
- What is the total cost and what does it include (check-ups, temporary teeth, possible adjustments)?
- What happens if something goes wrong?
- What maintenance and check-up schedule will I need afterwards?
What drives price is covered in dental treatment prices in Beylikdüzü and payment options in our insurance and payment guide.
What does a good answer look like?
| Sign | Good answer | Be wary of |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnosis | Shown on an X-ray or photo | A firm decision without any imaging |
| Options | At least two options, with reasons | One option, no reasoning |
| Time | You're given time to think | "Today only" pressure |
| Cost | Written and itemised | A vague verbal total |
Examinations at Dent32
At Dent32 we show you the findings on screen after the examination and give the options as a written plan. Dent32 is at Barış Mah., Ginza Lavinya, E-5 Yanyolu No:30 D:179, 34520 Beylikdüzü, Istanbul; to book, call +90 555 011 33 68 or write to us.
Frequently asked questions
Can I bring my questions in writing?
Of course. A list makes things easier for both you and your dentist.
Can someone come into the examination with me?
In most cases, yes. Especially when an extensive plan is being discussed, having someone close to you there makes deciding easier.
What should I do if the dentist doesn't offer options?
Ask directly whether there is another option. If the answer doesn't satisfy you, getting a second opinion is reasonable.
