Let Social Media Put Your Teeth into Finding Dentists and Insurance
If it’s time for your next cleaning and you don’t have a dedicated dentist in mind, then let social media help you in the dentistry search.
That’s right, more and more dentists are turning to social sites to get the word out about everything their dental practices have to offer.
With sparkling white teeth in mind, here are a number of ways you can use social media to find your next dentist:
Dental Reviews
When it comes to dentistry, there’s a mouthful of competition out there, so it’s increasingly important to gauge the competition before choosing a dentist. Luckily, social media opens up all new avenues of research in the form of online reviews.
So, if you’ve found a dentist or a dental practice you’re interested in, visit social sites like Yelp to read reviews from actual patients before getting any dental work done. Although a dentist may look good on paper, consistent negative reviews could mean otherwise.
Additionally, online reviews can provide you with insight into local dentists who are better than you might expect.
Friending Your Dentist
A growing number of dentists are taking to social media in order to stay connected with their patients and share helpful dental hygiene tips like at-home cleaning techniques. By friending your dentist or the dental practice you are considering visiting, you’ll have unlimited access to all-things dentistry.
In addition, if you’re in search for a new dentist, take the time to follow local dental practices on sites like Facebook and Twitter.
By liking Facebook fan pages and following Twitter feeds, you can keep track of everything your local dentistry market has to offer and thus choose a dentist that’s right for your needs.
Getting a Feel for Customer Interaction
Customer interaction and customer satisfaction go hand-in-hand, which is why it’s so important to find a dental practice that’s devoted to its patients.
If you have questions about whether your dental health insurance will cover your next visit or you want information on certain procedures, social media can give you a good idea of how connected dental practices are to their patients.
From prompt answers to thorough patient feedback, keeping an eye on a dental practice’s social presence will give you a good indication of how they treat the customers they already have.
Social Deals
Dentists dish out deals just like any other business and social media is the perfect way to hunt down dental deals and discounts.
Some dental practices use sites like LivingSocial and Groupon to offer deals like half-price cleanings and discounted crowns and oral x-rays, so make sure you stay on the lookout for socially-savvy dental promotions.
Asking Friends and Family for Recommendations
Social networking is the ultimate way to stay connected with friends and family, but it’s also a great way to ask all of your social connections for dentistry recommendations.
Whether you’re trying to find better dental insurance or your next dentist, simply posting the question on sites like Facebook will result in plenty of advice and recommendations from your trusted social connections.
The next time you need some dental work, use the social tips above to find the perfect dentist for you.
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