Dr. Todd Goldstein Shares Tips on How to Choose Your Cosmetic Dentist

In a world that is oversaturated with choices, it can be difficult to gauge whether we are making the right decisions, especially when those decisions yield permanent effects such as altering our appearance. Luckily, BELLA has the expert opinion of Brand Partner, Dr. Todd Goldstein, a New York and New Jersey based cosmetic dentist; to ease your mind and help you select the perfect cosmetic dentist. 

What questions should patients be asking their potential cosmetic dentist to ensure they’re making the right choice? 

Patients should ask their cosmetic dentist questions like “How much experience do you have?”, “How many cosmetic cases have you done?”, and “What, or how much, training do you have in cosmetic dentistry?”. They should also request to see a portfolio of cases (before and after images). 

What should patients know before beginning the process of a smile makeover? 

Patients should be aware of how much modification (if any) will need to be done to their teeth to achieve the cosmetic result they are looking for. They should know if they will need a night guard or retainer to protect their new smile, what lab the dentist will be using to fabricate their veneers, and who the lab technician will be. It’s also important to know what the cost of the procedure will be. 

How can patients feel confident that their smile will still look natural after a cosmetic procedure? 

Make sure to review your cosmetic dentist’s before and after portfolio to see if the style of smile makeover that they typically do is what you are hoping to achieve for your smile. Also, a trial smile or “smile test drive” can be done over a patient's natural teeth to give them a preview of what their smile can potentially look like. This can be done many times to test out different styles and find the best match. There is also computer software that can simulate a new smile.

What is a non-negotiable that patients should be aware of when selecting a cosmetic dentist? 

Patients should ensure that their cosmetic dentist is a well trained and experienced cosmetic dentist, not a general dentist who occasionally does some cosmetic dentistry. A lower cost should certainly not be a criterion that people use to choose a cosmetic dentist. Typically, highly trained and experienced cosmetic dentists will have higher fees. In this field you will get exactly what you pay for. Usually when patients select a cosmetic dentist based solely on cost, they end up with an inferior result, and paying more in the end because they will need to get the work redone.

What sets you apart from other cosmetic dentists? Why should patients choose Dr. Todd Goldstein? 

I have committed the past 25+ years to cosmetic dentistry. I have sought out and learned from the best cosmetic dentists, both locally and internationally, and have taken tens of thousands of hours of CE credits over the years. 

Additionally, what truly sets The Smile Aesthetic apart is our innovative use of virtual consultations in the realm of cosmetic dentistry. Through patient-centric virtual consultations, we have eliminated barriers such as distance and time constraints, allowing individuals from anywhere to access our expert cosmetic dental care without stepping foot in our office. By embracing virtual consultations, we are dedicated to making cosmetic dental care more accessible, empowering individuals to regain their confidence and share their beautiful smiles with the world. 

For more information on Dr. Todd Goldstein, visit BestNJCosmeticDentist.com and follow @drtoddgoldstein_nyc.