At Pineview Dental, we take an honest approach to dental care, providing transparent treatment recommendations so you'll always understand your treatment needs and why. Dr. Fogel also takes a conservative approach to diagnosing, which means you won't feel pressured or receive any unnecessary treatment recommendations. He also shares his information and findings with you to help you make informed decisions about treatment.
We understand not every dental practice takes this approach, so we offer second opinions on treatment recommendations and encourage our patients to seek one if they feel they need more information or an explanation of their dental needs.
When to Seek a Second Opinion
One treatment procedure that can easily be misdiagnosed is dental fillings. Dentists may not agree on when tooth decay becomes a problem that needs treatment, such as a dental filling. Some dentists may be more conservative and want to wait on treatment, while others may recommend moving forward to prevent further damage or decay. There is no right or wrong answer, and as the patient, you get to decide what's best for your own oral health.
At Pineview Dental, your Columbia, MD, dentist uses x-rays and the intraoral camera to show you, with color photos, exactly what he sees so you can understand your treatment needs. This helps you better understand your treatment options.
Talk with Pineview Dental
If you'd like a second opinion from Dr. Fogel, talk with our team at (410) 730-3311 to schedule an appointment. You can bring x-rays, photos, and any other pertinent information with you from your previous dentist for Dr. Fogel to review. This will help him determine if he needs his own x-rays and photos for diagnosis. He's happy to discuss with you what he sees and compare his recommendations to your other dentist's so you understand your treatment needs.