Services & Policies

"OUR GOAL IS TO WIN THE TRUST AND CONFIDENCE OF EVERY CHILD, THEREFORE ALLOWING US TO DEVELOP A LONG LASTING AND HEALTHY RELATIONSHIP DURING THE COURSE OF THEIR TREATMENT"

We accomplish this by making every effort  to have the child continuing care with the same pediatric dental specialist and his staff during each visit.

Your child should be informed of the visit and told that the dentist and their staff will explain all procedures and answer any questions. The less information concerning the visit, the better, since it will only make your child anxious.

• If your child is over the age of 3, we ask that you allow them to accompany our staff through the dental experience. We are all highly experienced in helping children overcome anxiety. Separation anxiety is not uncommon in children, so please try not to be concerned if your child exhibits some negative behavior. This is normal and will soon diminish. Studies and experience have shown that most children over the age of 3 react more positively when permitted to experience the dental visit on their own and in an environment designed for children.

• Please do not be upset if your child cries. Children are often afraid of anything new and strange, and crying is the normal reaction to that fear. Please permit us the time to develop rapport with your child. After the first visit, encourage his or her independence and allow us the privilege of bringing your child from the reception room to the dental chair alone. Most school age children do better alone with the pediatric dentist, hygienist and assistant than with a parent present.

It is best if you avoid using using words around your child that might cause unnecessary fear, such as "needle", "pull", "drill" or "hurt". The office makes a practice of using words that convey the same message, but are pleasant and not frightening to the child.

We strive to make each and every visit to our office a fun one!