The first thought that comes when you hear the word dentist is fear! Yes, that's right! the moment you realize that there's a need to visit a dentist brings nothing but that horrifying experience that you are going to have and it probably doesn't let you sleep!
But now the time has changed with the emerging trend of dental parlors and spas that vanishes all the deadly thoughts of getting dental treatment done. So what should we expect out of these fancy dental spas? Well, they are one-of-a kind practices that have been created to provide a welcoming and relaxing environment to the patients by pampering and pleasing amenities.
The dental spas can be of three types: – pampering, therapeutic and rejuvenating spa dentistry. The pampering dental spa provides services like aromatherapy, hand massages, and hand towels. The therapeutic spa provides services like providing massages, facials and manicures, and rejuvenation spa dentistry provides services related to skincare treatments.
There's another thing called deluxe dental spas wherein as a patient, you may have access to an on-staff masseuse, aesthetician, and acupuncturist in addition to your dentist and dental hygienist. Some of the other “spa-like” services and amenities offered at dental spas include paraffin wax hand treatments, neck pillows, fleece blankets, heated hand mitts, complimentary beverages and snacks, music headphones entertainment (movie/video goggles, virtual reality glasses, flat screen TVs, overhead chairside TVs with remote control, etc) and reflexology. Other perks include “spa-like” décor and lighting, pretreatment meditation and breathwork, special sound-wave massage chairs before and after treatment, and facials.
The massages which are provided in dental parlors and spas not only help patients relax and minimize the anxiety and stress of treatment but also aids in lowering down blood pressure. Additionally, it reduces muscle soreness which is advantageous in long dental procedures. Apart from the relaxation and attracting patients in for dental treatments, the spa-like facilities also make the job of dental staff easier and it helps them to make the patient comfortable. This factor, if present, minimizes the risk of injuries and promotes ease of work compared to a tensed patient. For stressed and pain phobic patients, spa dentistry provides the gentle, pleasurable, and drug-free treatment. There can be occasional use of anti-anxiety medication such as laughing gas which further makes the dental procedures easier.
The dental spas are generally equipped with the latest dental technology, all of which are designed to improve your comfort and reduce treatment time. To take the luxury spa concept even further, some dental spas promote destination or travel dentistry, through which patients can combine dental work with a vacation to various places. At such dental spas, the goal is to create the ambiance of an upscale resort. This gives added benefit to the patient wherein both the objectives can be fulfilled at the same time and same place.
Considering the facilities provided by these opulent dental spas and parlors, one may have concerns about the higher treatment cost. This is very common but there's a need to understand a better picture behind it. Nowadays, one goes for deluxe cars with high-end facilities like seat warmer, good quality music system with bass and many more. So instead of selecting a basic one, a higher model with better features is chosen. Similarly, where comfort is more important to some, a luxurious dental spa is preferred over a traditional one. As it is said, there's always a gem hidden under a rock!
Acknowledging the fact that these comforts may result in higher treatment fees, you might as well be pleasantly surprised by how much you don’t wind up paying for certain dental treatments! Often many dental spas offer special discounts on cosmetic dentistry procedures such as teeth whitening, whereas a similar procedure might be charged at full at a traditional dental office. You may also find better offers on facials, massages, and other treatments than you would at a traditional spa. Purchasing a package deal that combines dental treatments with spa treatments is another way to save big bucks.
To summarize, it is all about being different. The most different wins. Spa dentistry wins. The basic requirements for quality dentistry are a caring team, and a skilled doctor with a spa-like approach.
Everything a dentist does is based on genuine concern, open communication, and a strong desire to provide a service that the patients tell them they want. The real value to both the health professional and patients is the deeper level of connection that develops in their relationship. If a patient feels connected to the doctor, he or she feels safe and protected and is more open to recommended treatment. Also if the doctor feels connected to the patient, he tries to do the best he can. And for most people, feeling connected with another person just feels good.
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