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Decisions on how to spend our money wisely are very personal and every person is free to make their own choices depending on what they value. These types of decisions are made every day as we make necessary and sometimes unnecessary purchases. By the time we are adults, we are aware that it is a general rule that high quality products cost more. It becomes second nature to determine which products we are willing to pay more for because we value their higher quality and which we choose to pay less for because we are willing to settle for a lesser quality. Most of us are unable to afford the very highest quality in every aspect of our lives, so we learn to make these choices.

 

Although we may not think of dental care in this way, the same concept applies when choosing a dentist. It is a known fact that quality varies widely in any industry and dentistry is no exception. Education and training may initially provide a moderately level playing field for a dentist right out of dental school, but individual talent, proficiency, personality and integrity sets one dentist apart from another even on their first day in practice. Clinical experience gained by years of practice and persistent growth through continuing education play a role in the value one dentist can offer over another. The type of continuing education a dentist chooses and the amount of time invested in this professional growth benefits their patients. Additionally, the quality of work a dentist expects from himself or herself and the quality of labs and materials chosen make a big difference in the end result to the patient. 

 

Dr. Todd Holton and his team are all dental professionals that have set very high standards for themselves and offer a high level of care for each of their patients as a result. Dr. Holton has been practicing dentistry for over 25 years and has spent countless hours continuing his education. 

 

In regard to the lab Dr. Holton chooses, this choice has been made deliberately and with great concern for the final products received. Knowing that our master ceramist has achieved a high level of education on principles and techniques that apply to laboratory produced restorations gives Dr. Holton's confidence that he can stand behind his work. The craftsmanship our lab provides meets even Dr. Holton’s exceedingly high standards.  

 

One often overlooked component in determining the longevity and success rate in restorations is the selection of the best materials for the patient’s restorative needs. Just as average consumers have choices in the quality of their purchases; your dentist has choices in the quality of the materials purchased to complete a case. Dr. Holton chooses only those materials that have been independently, clinically proven to be the best materials available on the market. Choosing to use the best materials, utilize the best lab and provide the best continuing education opportunities for his staff are indications of Dr. Holton’s commitment to providing the highest level of dental care possible.

 

Not all dentists or dental offices are created equal. As with most things in life, better quality usually costs a bit more initially. However, when it comes to your oral health, paying for high quality care the first time seems like a much better choice than paying for lesser quality and risking the need to pay for re-treatment later. When dentistry fails, the cost to the patient is not only monetary, but also can create pain, suffering and lessen the options available to providing optimal care. It is up to each individual to determine whether cost or quality is more important when it comes to their oral health. Please call our office today if you are looking for high quality care that you can afford!