It is recommended to take your child to a dentist from a young age. However, you might be wondering if you can take them to a general dentist. The answer is that yes, you can. You will want to check your dentist’s policies, though. Some dentists will not see a child younger than a specified age.
Often, a general dentist will treat patients of all ages, including children. However, parents will want to look for some things in this type of dentist before bringing in a child. For example, it is important for them to have the right temperament for working with children. The right dentist will be able to understand how a child might feel. That allows the dentist to make the child feel more comfortable. Some dentists will explain different oral care procedures to the child. The staff should also have training in how to work with children or infants. Any general dentist who works with children should have the right equipment. For younger children, smaller equipment is necessary. This will protect the fragile primary teeth. The dentist should also have a good understanding of the different developmental stages for teeth. When the dentist knows how the jaws and teeth should develop, any potential issues can be easily spotted. Any orthodontic concerns can be spotted and addressed now too. The right dentist will know how quickly a child’s teeth can change. If necessary, a parent may need to see if the general dentist works with special needs children. For example, a young patient may be chronically ill, mentally challenged or otherwise disabled. With some conditions, the care must be tweaked to fit the child. Some dentists have good experience with this. Parents will want to see if the environment will be friendly for children. Some offices will have kid-friendly décor or even toothpaste specifically for kids. However, at the very least, the office should be comfortable and pleasant. With the right dentist, the child may even look forward to making a dental visit.
Parents will want their child to have a good experience. This includes picking out a good dentist. Parents should visit the office before bringing in a child. The parent can meet the dentists and staff ahead of time. Many dentists understand that a child may feel apprehensive or anxious. The dentists will often give the parent a tour of the office. The parent will also want to ask about the dentist’s training. All dentists need to be approved by a board that oversees that area. The dentist needs to show both expertise and knowledge to be approved.
Parents can also get recommendations from family members or friends. A good dentist will often get strong positive recommendations from current or past patients. Parents can ask other people who have children. That way, a parent can pick a general or pediatric dentist with a good reputation. Request an appointment here: https://buforddentist.com or call North Atlanta Center for Cosmetic & Implant Dentistry at (770) 932-1115 for an appointment in our Buford office.
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