Upgradeable dentistry might not be a term you’ve heard before, but it is the answer to many people’s questions about getting dental work. Dr. Winter lectures on Upgradeable Dentistry and there are videos of this on our website! But the summary is that dentistry is process not an event. If you wish to have ideal dentistry but can’t afford it right now, having a 3-5 year plan can allow you to sequence your dentistry for ideal results. Questions like, “How can I afford this? ” Become What can I afford this year, next year and the year after to achieve the smile of my dreams. However, finance-driven thinking does not always take you down the path you need to maintain dental health and a beautiful smile. Luckily, upgradeable dentistry allows for incremental planning that ensures patients get the most out of their dental investment. This blog will give you insight into how upgradeable dentistry works.
What Is Upgradeable Dentistry?
Upgradeable dentistry allows you to meet your current dental needs while also considering what you might have to do in the future. Imagine you are buying a computer. Right now, you can only afford a barebones unit, but you would like to build on your investment. You will purchase a model that allows you to add new features that you might need at some point in the future. Upgradeable dentistry follows that same logic.
How Does Upgradeable Dentistry Work?
The first step in a comprehensive upgradeable dentistry plan is a complete examination. This would include things like:
- Dental X-rays
- CT scans
The goal is to look at all the structures affecting oral health. That allows the dentist to help you decide what you need to do right now and what issues you might need to consider in the future. Procedures might include:
- Implants
- Tooth extractions
- Root canals
- Bone grafting
- Bridges
- Crowns
- Dentures
With upgradeable dentistry, the dentist also wants to understand what dental procedures and restorations might be necessary for you to maintain your oral health as you grow older. Each treatment is set up to build on the last one, allowing you to look ahead and understand what your dental health requirements might be and map out a plan to ensure you meet those needs.
Make an Appointment for an Upgradeable Dental Evaluation Today!
With four generations of dentists having built our legacy, Dr. Richard Winter and , Hampton Dental Associates has been providing cutting-edge care and high-quality dental services for the people of Milwaukee for 100 years and counting.
At Hampton Dental Associates, we can help you get the most from every dental treatment, from now until what’s to come. That starts with a dental evaluation. Schedule an appointment today online or call the office at 414-464-9021.
