ADA Member

Look for a member of the Australian Dental Association (ADA).

Personal recommendation

Ask your friends, neighbours, co-workers, family doctor or previous dentist for their recommendation.

Location

Is the dentist located near your home or work?

Communication

Consider the friendliness and helpfulness of the dentist and his/her staff.

Cleanliness

Is the practice clean, tidy and hygiencic?

Respect

Does the dentist appreciate that your time is important?

Medical history

Does the dentist take interest in your medical and dental history and listen to your concerns?

Examination

Does the dentist examine all your teeth and your gums thoroughly and regularly?

Options and estimates for treatment

Does the dentist give you treatment options and explain them so that your understand? Does the dentist give you pre-treatment cost estimates?

Shared planning

Does the dentist have a long-term view of your dental health, with a plan that you arrived at together, including seeing you regularly?