Finding a Family Dentist in Katy: The Questions Worth Asking
Dental care varies enormously by office. Here's what we wish every Katy family asked before booking the first cleaning.
A great dentist is one of the most important relationships a Katy family will build over the next 20 years. Yet most people pick their dentist by which one is closest. Here are the questions worth asking before that first cleaning.
Do you take my insurance — and what's the cash price?
Some offices are 'in-network' but bill you nearly the same amount you'd pay cash. Get a written estimate of out-of-pocket cost before you commit.
Who actually performs my cleaning?
Hygienists do most of the work. Ask if you'll see the same hygienist each visit, and how long they've been with the practice.
Do you do same-day crowns?
Many Katy offices now use CEREC machines, milling crowns in-office in 90 minutes. Two visits become one.
How do you handle emergencies?
Knocked-out tooth? Severe pain? You want a dentist who answers their cell or has a true on-call rotation. Browse Katy dentists and filter by ones who explicitly offer emergency hours.