Your Questions About IV Sedation For Your Child
When you take a stroll through the dental sedation options that we offer for your child’s dental care, you may find yourself a little unsure about what to think of each type. Of course, your goal is for your child to have the most enjoyable, calm visit, so future care is seen in a positive light! What to do then, when you realize IV sedation is an option? Should this be your go-to since it’s the strongest? Is is suggested for particular use? Is it safe? Answers to common questions will help you gain an introductory understanding! Feel free to contact us to learn more!
Happy Holidays From Our Family To Yours!
We hope you have had a wonderful year and that you’re looking forward to this time with family and friends. You finally have an opportunity to rest (or something like that!), soak up the quality time, and enjoy all of the perks of wintertime. As you may have already noticed, we think that one of those perks is that you have time to think back on the entire year and make some choices for the one we’re about to ring in! Mind if we share some ideas we have for what should be on that dental care list? Well, if you insist…
3 Reminders About Cost Effective Care
When you’ve got kids, it often seems like your wallet has sprung a leak. Every time you turn around, you seem to be spending more and more money on essentials. As a result, you may start wondering if all of the “necessary” things you’re investing in are actually required or are just a luxury. When it comes to your child’s dental care, we encourage you to remember that investing in it is actually your most cost effective way of managing your little one’s oral health. Let’s get a bit more specific!
Check Your Child’s Insurance Benefits
We are very well aware of the fact that as the temperatures are dropping in our area, you are likely getting quite focused on your child’s wish list for the upcoming holidays, class projects that need finishing, on your own plans for the end of the year … need we say more? Of course, in the back of your mind, you may recognize that there’s your child’s dental care to consider, too. Rather than trying to make sense of what’s left to take care of on the oral health front, allow us to happily list it out for you!
What Happens During A Checkup?
Dental exams are not just for adults. Children need to see the dentist regularly to enjoy optimal oral health. Otherwise, minor issues could be allowed to flourish and eventually, threaten their oral health, leading to painful decay or even premature tooth loss. How frequently should their smiles be examined? What happens during a checkup?
Fluoride Treatment For Kids: A Quiz!
You may wonder if it’s important that you bring your children in for fluoride treatments or if this is not really necessary. From our perspective as dental professionals, this is a fantastic way to help your children avoid problems with the development of cavities and to grow very strong, healthy teeth! It can even help with teeth that have experienced very early signs of decay. Still curious about some of the details? Begin learning more with a quiz!
Make Smile Plans For Winter Break
We know that you see the winter holiday items lining the shelves of stores that you frequent and you think to yourself, “It isn’t even Halloween yet!” With so much to do and plan, it’s easier to simply pretend for a while that December is far, far away and that you just don’t need to worry about it. Of course, we empathize. However, we’d also like to squeeze a quick dental care reminder or two in there, while you’ve got your holiday time radar up!
Hello, Cold And Flu Season! Goodbye, Worries!
Yes, when cold and flu season arrives, your carefree feeling that comes with summer quickly flies out the window. Suddenly, kids are back in school, their friends begin rubbing their noses, you prepare to unearth sweaters and jackets from the depths of closets, and then you hear it: The first murmurs about flu shots, washing hands, etc., in an effort to prevent the spread of colder weather illnesses. What to do? Fortunately, your friendly children’s dental care team has a lot of helpful advice coming your way!
Your Child’s Dental Care: Has It Been A While?
We are not here to judge or make you feel bad! To the contrary, we are here to provide your child with dental care, to answer your questions, and to guide your child toward optimal oral health that stays in wonderful condition. Regardless of the reason you have not brought your child in for smile care in a bit longer than you’d planned, we strongly encourage you to start right now. Consider some additional motivating factors.
Wondering What To Expect? We Can Help!
Are you about to bring your little one in to our practice for the first time? Not to worry! We know that in many instances, this can feel a little bit more stressful for you than for your child. To help you feel completely prepared and relaxed, we’ve got some suggestions that are sure to guide you toward feeling confident and at ease about bringing your son or daughter in for a dental visit. Take a look!