Traits Mississauga patients look for in a general dentist

Posted By: Dr. Rina M. Kotecha | Published On: Jun 7, 2019 | General Dentistry

A dentist spends years mastering a wide range of technical education to earn a professional degree. That level of expertise is vital to provide competent patient care, but it is only part of the equation. To get the most benefit from dental care, the patient must form a relationship with the dentist, feeling secure that personal beliefs, medical information, and financial circumstances are respected. The patient must comfortably build rapport, trust, and confidence. Let’s take a look at personality traits that Mississauga patients look for in a general dentist to develop that bond.

Female dentist in dental office talking with female patient

Personable

Some people call it bedside manner. Dr. Rina Kotecha calls it simple friendliness. She understands the importance of good conversational skills, a comforting manner, an upbeat attitude, and genuine interest in the wellbeing of her patients. It comes from the heart and she makes sure her schedule allows adequate time to focus on each patient, individually.

Patient

In this case we’re talking about an unhurried approach. Dr. Rina takes time to listen – really listen – to the concerns and goals her patients express. She patiently discusses care options and answers questions. This characteristic is especially essential in family practice, providing gentle treatment to children, seniors, those with disabilities, and patients with dental anxieties.

Analytical thinking

There’s much more to dental care than cleaning teeth and filling cavities. Each case is unique and requires careful diagnosis, an individualized treatment plan, and familiarity with related medical specialties such as orthodontics and child development. At Dentistry on 10, there’s no room for cookie-cutter dental care.

Precision

Size matters. It’s not gender bias, it’s just simple fact – a dentist needs nimble hands and a woman’s delicate digits get the job done smoothly. This makes more room for instruments in the patient’s mouth with minimal discomfort, reduces risk of mishaps, and allows precision movements.

Natural artistry

This is the trait that can’t be taught. Today nearly every dental procedure has some aspect of aesthetics. We want restorations and cosmetic treatments to look natural and attractive. A general dentist needs an eye for symmetry, color, and shape. She must have an appreciation of the impact of each tooth on the rest of the smile and the whole face. She must have the ability to bring a smile to life.

Dr. Rina combines technical skill with a woman’s gentle touch and a warm sense of humor to help her patients at Dentistry on 10 enjoy good oral health. Call (905) 455-9262 to make her your general dentist.

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What issue did you have before you came here with your teeth? Before I came to see Doctor, there was a front tooth of mine which broke and that were two teeth put for me in front. Many years ago, in Tanzania and a slum. So, one day when I was eating something hard It broke so I had to come to doctor. I came and I showed Doctor and Doctor said this has to be removed. Once I remove this, we will have to put a bridge for you And I said Okay because without that two teeth in the front, I could not smile. I was looking terrible You know, so I said to doctor. Okay I’ll, I’ll, put a bridge, she said I’ll put fight for you and I said how much will it cost Doctor, and Doctor gave me the price and I told her OKAY. I have my son in Tanzania. I’m going to tell him about it, tell him about the price and see what he’s saying and asking should I do it here, Should I come to Tanzania and do it, and he told me no mum. I want you to do it with Doctor Rena. So go ahead. So, I came back and I told doctor I want to do it and she started working on me and one day I was called. That’s the day I was going to get my bridge. She told me you’ll have to have patience. You have to for three hours this work will take. I said Okay she handled me so well. The reason is I cannot lie flat on the bed, so I brought my pillow. I put my pillow and doctor worked and worked. Maybe Doctor was getting tired because you know they had to bend down, but she did it then she gave me a break after one and. 1/2 hour. I got up. I came out, had a walk, went back again, then she started again and after three hours she fixed the bridge and she said to me. Look, how do you look now? Oh God, I was shocked. I was shocked. I said doctor, look at my smile, it’s so good Now I don’t have to worry You know, so I can show Everybody, my teeth now like. That so that was it. And I’m so happy with Doctor Reena and I would recommend her to Anybody who ever wants to do a bridge Because she really handled me with care. I do not really know If I had gone some other dentist, if they would have had the patience, the patience she took with me was fantastic and I’m always thanking God for giving such a good doctor.

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