Very often this is your first encounter with dentistry and you have many questions. This page will answer many of those questions concerning your child's dental health and our office policies.

Everyone, regardless of age or condition, can benefit from regular upkeep and dental care that is designed for your particular needs. Most people associate dental care with general maintenance and pain. Our interest in your care relates to specifically to the effects and benefits that with preventitive care. Regular Dental care has helped everything from basic beauty and appearance to elimination of dental erossion and disease.

Maintenance and Prevention

If you've had dental care elsewhere, you already know the value of ongoing personal home maintenance, higene, and regular checkups. We'd be honored to be your dental professionals. Begin your dental care and maintenance today.

Children Care and Appointments

When should a child be seen by a dentist?

According to the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry, children should establish a “dental home” no later than their first birthday.

Preferably, though, your child should pay a visit to the pediatric dentist upon the emergence of their first tooth.  The sooner a child becomes acquainted with the dentist, the better their continued perception of the dental experience will be.  By the age of three, your child will be well prepared for a complete oral examination, x-rays, a cleaning, and fluoride treatment.  By introducing your child to dentistry at an early age, we hope to protect your child’s smile for today and prevent potential dental problems for tomorrow.

What Should I Tell My Child Before the First Visit?

It may help to explain to your child that the dentist is a friendly person who helps with the care of children’s teeth.  It is important to emphasize the positive parts of the visit.  Your child will enjoy our playhouse, see a unique fish aquarium, watch a movie, play video games, and get a prize at the end of the visit!  You may explain to your child that the dentist will count their teeth, clean them with a special tickling toothbrush, and take some pictures of their mouth.  Never tell your child that the dentist will not “hurt” them, for that may have never even occurred to them.  Instead, explain that the dentist will be “careful” and “gentle”.  We want your child to be as comfortable as possible, so we welcome any suggestions from you on how to best achieve this goal.