First Visit Experience
Your child deserves a dental home where they feel safe, comfortable, and genuinely cared for. Your first visit with us is all about creating positive experiences and building trust – because bright beginnings start with establishing happy, healthy associations with the dentist.
When Should I Start Bringing My Child To the Pediatric Dentist?
At Little Bee’s Pediatric Dentistry, we recommend bringing your child in when their first tooth erupts or by twelve months of age. Early dental visits help establish healthy habits and allow us to identify and treat potential issues before they worsen.
How to prepare:
What To Bring To The Appointment
We've streamlined everything to make your experience as stress-free as possible. You'll receive all necessary forms electronically before your appointment, letting you complete them from the comfort of home. This means more time for what really matters: helping your child feel excited about their dental adventure!
What to Expect?
Your child's dedicated dental team will greet you with warm smiles and guide you through every step. In our treatment rooms, equipped with TVs and streaming services, your little one can watch their favorite shows while we:
Get to know you and your child personally
We truly get to know you and your child to make them feel safe and familiar in our care.
Perform a gentle, comprehensive exam
This step helps understand and meet your child where they are at. Whether they need to maintain a routine exam schedule or require additional care.
Answer all your questions and concerns
As always, transparency is key. We are here to answer and address your concerns thoroughly.
Craft a personalized care plan
Your child deserves personalized care, not cookie-cutter solutions. We'll create a care plan that woks with your child's unique needs and lifestyle.
FAQ's
Find answers to common questions about your child's first visit.
Absolutely! We welcome parents in our treatment rooms. While some children do better with a parent present and others are more independent, we'll work together to determine what's best for your child. Our team is experienced in helping both children and parents feel comfortable throughout the visit.
After the initial visit, we typically recommend check-ups every six months. However, some children may need more frequent visits depending on their oral health needs. We'll work with you to determine the best schedule for your child.
Pediatric dentists complete an additional 2-3 years of specialized training beyond dental school, focused specifically on:
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- Child behavior and development
Treatment of children with special needs
Growth and development of little teeth
Advanced behavior guidance techniques
Emergency pediatric dental care
This specialized training means we're uniquely qualified to care for your child's oral health from infancy through the teenage years.
A dental home provides consistent, comprehensive care throughout your child's development. When children establish a trusted relationship with their dentist early on, they're more likely to:
Develop positive attitudes about dental care
Maintain better oral health habits
Feel comfortable seeking dental care as adults
Have fewer dental emergencies
Receive appropriate preventive care