Comfortable Child = Comfortable Parent
We understand the anticipation of a pediatric dental visit doesn’t weigh heavy only on the child. Parents are often, understandably, anxious about their child’s reaction to their first visits. For early ages, we are happy to allow parents to take part in their child’s examination. From lap exams to accompanying their child, we strive for the visit to be a positive one for both child and parent.
Our treatments are most often done in the morning hours because children tend to be more cooperative and attentive for treatment. Usually, children are tired and not ready for restorative work during afternoon hours. We understand that school is important, but we also feel strongly that your child’s oral health is just as important if not more as studies have shown that children in dental pain miss more days of school and have a harder time concentrating in school
In-Lap Examinations
Another option appreciated by parents is our in-lap examinations. Parents are allowed into our private examination rooms to assist Dr. Ken with their child. this is helpful for anxious cildren (and parents!), but also is an effective way to allow a smooth, efficient examination by the dentist to choose an effective direction for your child’s dental health.
We LOVE kids!
At our practice, we love what we do, don’t get us wrong. But, our love for kids is a very close second if not more obvious. When you enter our clinic, it’s not just a job description to love kids . . . it’s second nature.
Early dental visits are important!
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry encourages parents and other care providers to help every child establish a dental home by 12 months of age. Establishing a dental home provides some key components to dental care for your child including…
- Comprehensive oral health care including acute care and preventive services.
- Individualized preventive dental health program based upon a caries-risk assessment.
- Anticipatory guidance regarding growth and development.
- Plan for acute dental trauma (emergencies).
- Dietary counseling.
- Referrals to dental specialists when care cannot directly be provided within the dental home.
- Referral at an age determined by patient, parent, and
pediatric dentist.
