Looking for a family dentist near you? This is an important decision to make for your family. After all, your family’s dental health is in their hands. You need someone you can trust, someone with a caring touch. First, make sure they are members of the American Dental Association. Most qualified dentists are, but it doesn’t hurt to check. Check to see if they work within your insurance network. If they don’t, this isn’t necessarily a deal breaker — if you like them. Check into what their fees are because it may be worth it to you to continue with the same dentist. If you don’t have insurance, find out if your dentist is willing to work with a payment plan or accepts medical assistance plans like CareCredit. Finally, make sure they are local to your area — whether it’s your home or work. Locality is key.