What Is A Board Certified Pediatric Dentist?
While all dentists must achieve a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, pediatric dentists pursue additional years of education through a postgraduate pediatric residency program. Pediatric dentists are specifically trained to understand growth patterns of children as well as developmentally appropriate treatment options and interventions. Additionally, pediatric dentists are trained to handle children with dental anxiety and patients with special needs.
Board certification requires passing a rigorous set of written and oral examinations, as well as an annual renewal by the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry to ensure our care is up to date and always serving your child to the best of our ability.
From their first tooth to their first day in college, board-certified pediatric dentists are committed to equipping your child with excellent oral habits while providing tailored care so their smile can grow bright and strong.
As board-certified pediatric dentists, you can trust that our team of doctors provide compassionate expertise to nurture your child’s developing grin.
Why Is It Important To Form The Doctor/Patient Relationship Early?
When your child stops by our office at a young age, they’ll quickly learn that visiting their trusted smile friends can be easy and fun! The sooner your child becomes acclimated to “going to the dentist”, the more likely they’ll develop positive associations with oral health habits and dental visits.
Builds Trust
Early visits allow your child time to get to know our caring team. With each appointment, your kiddo will discover that dental visits are nothing to worry about and that their smile is in great hands.
Informs Our Team
Getting to know your child’s unique oral health needs at an early age allows us to craft the best treatment plan possible for a lifetime of thriving smiles.
Strengthens Good Habits
By visiting Dr. [Insert Name] every six months, our team will be able to catch issues before they begin forming in the first place.
Establishing A Dental Home For Your Child
A dental home is a practice where your child receives ongoing care from the same team as they grow from tots to teens. By making Arlington Pediatric Dentistry your child’s dental home, they can always look forward to gentle, upbeat care that’s truly tailored to their unique needs and personality. Here are a few benefits of a dental home:
✓ We’ll care for your child through the most formative years of their life
✓ You’ll experience streamlined visits since all of your child’s info will be on record
✓ Our team can help your kiddo take charge of their oral health for life
