Finding the right dentist in Pittston, PA can be challenging. When it comes to you and your family's dental health, not just any dentist will do! Here are 5 vital factors to consider to help you choose the right dentist for you.

1. Where is the office located, and what are its hours?

Is the dentist's office easy to find? Does he/she have evening and weekend appointments available to accommodate your schedule? An essential part of maintaining vibrant oral health is keeping a regularly scheduled dental appointment. Having an office nearby with convenient appointment times makes it even easier for you. At Salvatore J Infantino DMD, our patients' convenience is one of our top priorities. Our office is in the heart of Jenkins Township near Kingston, Forty Fort, and Clarks Summit. This makes it easy for you to drop by during your lunch hour from work or school. Plus, we offer early evening and some Saturday appointments to make it easier for you and your family to get the dental care you need. We are open: Monday 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM Tuesday 9:30 AM – 7:00 PM Wednesday 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM Thursday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Friday 9:30 AM – 5:00 PM Saturday 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM (Only one Saturday a month)

2. What type of training and education does the dentist have?

Dentistry has taken giant leaps forward in the last few years when it comes to technology and dental techniques. You want to choose a dentist in Pittston, PA who is up-to-date on the latest dentistry advancements. Why? They offer you better treatment - more comfort, faster times, and better results. Isn't that the kind of dental experience you want? Our office offers our patients the convenience of one-stop shopping. Because Dr. Salvatore Infantino (Dr. Sal) has extensive training in restorative dentistry, cosmetic dentistry, and general and family dentistry, we can take care of all of your dental needs under one roof. Plus, we offer the latest innovations and techniques. Want to restore a damaged smile? We can help with that! Want to enhance your smile? We've got you covered. Need wisdom teeth removed? Look no further than Dr. Sal Infantino! Dr. Sal attended the prestigious Las Vegas Institute for Advanced StudiesOpens in LVI Global website for advanced courses in cosmetic dentistry and neuromuscular dentistry. This puts him in a very elite class of highly-trained dentists. Dr. Sal also has advanced training to offer facial aesthetic treatments such as Botox and lip fillers.

3. What are the dentist's professional associations?

Professional associations are significant because members of those associations are expected to live up to specific requirements. For example: Members of the Academy of General DentistryOpens in AGD website, like Dr. Sal, are required to take 75 hours of continuing education courses every three years. However, most members average more than 40 hours each year. Ask a potential dentist about his professional associations or check his online bio page. If you were to check Dr. Sal's page, you would see that he also claims such prestigious memberships as:

• The American Academy of Facial CosmeticsOpens in AAFC website
• Pennsylvania Academy of General DentistryOpens in PAGD website
• Pennsylvania Dental AssociationOpens in PDA website
• American Academy of Cosmetic DentistryOpens in AACD website
• International Congress of Oral ImplantologistsOpens in ICOI website

Isn't that the kind of dentist your family deserves?

4. Are treatment plans and costs discussed upfront?

Your dentist should perform a thorough exam and be able to give you a detailed treatment plan with projected costs. How long will treatment take? How many dental visits will you need to make? How much time will you need to schedule for each visit? They should be able to answer all of your questions and be happy to do so! Our team will do our best to make you feel welcomed. We provide online patient forms, so you can fill them at your leisure in the comfort of your home and bring them with you on your first appointment. What can you expect when you get here?

• A friendly welcome and a helpful team member to walk you through your visit!
• During your comprehensive exam, we'll thoroughly examine your current dental health and visually walk through what we see with your smile. If you desire a cleaning during your first appointment, be sure to let us know when you make your appointment.
• Based on your exam, Dr. Sal will recommend a treatment plan within your budget and time constraints. We promise to never pressure you into treatment you don't want.

At Salvatore Infantino DMD, it really is all about you!

5. How do they ensure the comfort of their patients?

Dental visits can be stressful. An excellent dental office will be prepared to proactively work to ensure their patients feel relaxed and comfortable during each visit.

"I want to deliver dental care differently, where the patient’s comfort is always our top priority while providing high-quality treatment that’ll last a lifetime.” - Dr. Salvatore Infantino

As you can see, patient comfort is always our first concern. Our team will do everything we can to make your visit a pleasure. Just tell us what you need, and we'll deliver!

Are you ready to choose?

There are some vital things to consider before you choose a dentist in Pittston, PA for you and your family. We hope we've made your decision a little easier by showing you that Dr. Sal should be at the top of your list of excellent Pittston dentists. We would love to be able to welcome you as a part of our dental family. Just click the button below to schedule your first appointment. Request An Appointment Or you can contact us by one of these other means:

• Call us and talk with one of our friendly and helpful team members
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