A Lifetime Of Smiles Starts With A Good Foundation
Help your kids develop good oral hygiene habits and watch their smiles grow beautifully. A healthy smile is crucial in childhood, so let’s guide them on the right path with personalized care. Ensure your kids build strong oral hygiene habits and monitor their progress. Let’s start them on the right path to a healthy smile with personalized guidance.
Getting Ready For Your First Appointment
Talk to your child about their upcoming dental visit. The main goal of the first visit is to relax, have fun, and build a positive relationship with the dentist. Not knowing what to expect can cause nervousness. Here’s what your child can expect during their first appointment:
Talk and Listen
We’ll explain everything to you and your child, introducing some of our tools and speaking in kid-friendly language to ensure they feel comfortable and assured. See? We’re not so scary after all.
Gently Examine
We’ll carefully examine your child’s gums, tongue, teeth, and overall health to spot any concerns. We’ll give personalized advice and make note of any areas needing extra attention for the next visit.
Educate
We may ask your child to demonstrate how they brush their teeth and then provide gentle guidance on improving their technique. We’re happy to answer any questions you or your child have about dental health.
Contact us today
to schedule an initial consultation & exam.
Your consultation will include an examination of everything from your teeth, gums and soft tissues to the shape and condition of your bite. Generally, we want to see how your whole mouth looks and functions. Before we plan your treatment we want to know everything about the health and aesthetic of your smile, and, most importantly, what you want to achieve so we can help you get there.
Frequently Asked Questions
Expect a gentle examination of your child’s gums, tongue, and teeth, along with an introduction to dental tools and procedures in a kid-friendly manner.
Typically, the first visit focuses on familiarizing the child with the dental office and staff, and may include a gentle cleaning depending on the child’s comfort level.
Bring a comfort item like a favorite toy, stay calm and positive, and reinforce the idea that the dentist is a friendly helper who keeps their teeth healthy.
The length of the appointment depends on your child’s needs and cooperation. Typically, it lasts about one hour.
After the first appointment, your child should visit the dentist every six months for a checkup and cleaning, unless otherwise specified. If your child has a tooth or jaw ache, rubs their jaw frequently, or avoids hard or cold foods, book an appointment sooner.