Pediatric Dentist
Dr. Carol Jin in San Ramon, California, is committed to providing the best tooth care possible. Your child’s oral health will affect their overall health, but many youngsters are afraid of a visit to the dentist’s office. That’s why it is so essential to find a friendly, relaxed environment and a caring staff. Here at Dr. Carol Jin’s office, as a family dentist, we can help the whole family, including your children.
We do everything we can to give your child a good experience in our office, but kids will need parental support too. You can prepare young ones for an appointment by:
- Previewing The Office With Them
- Reading Books To Your Child About The Dentist
- Talking Positively About Your Own Visits To The Dentist
- Telling Them What A Visit Will Involve
Scheduling Your Childs First Pediatric Dentist Visit
We recommend that you begin scheduling regular check-up appointments every six months when they turn three.
What Happens At Your First Visit
- We examine the mouth, teeth, and gums.
- We take x-rays of your child’s mouth.
- We evaluate adverse habits such as thumb sucking.
- We may apply fluoride to the teeth.
- We teach your children about oral hygiene.
- We suggest a schedule for regular dental visits in the future.
Can I Be Present During The Appointment?
Of course, you are always welcome to accompany your young ones. In fact, we may ask you to sit in the dentist’s chair and hold your child for part of the first visit. But many children find it beneficial for the parent to leave the room for a few minutes so that we can build a relationship with them.
Start Your Dental Care At Home
Regular oral hygiene is vital for all ages. You can foster good dental habits at home when you follow a few simple suggestions.
- Start to brush your baby’s teeth twice daily as soon as they are visible.
- Watch over their brushing, even when they begin doing it on their own.
- Keep the amount of sugar in your children’s food and beverages low.
- Visit a pediatric dentist often.
Schedule Your Pediatric Dentist Visit
Call us today to schedule an appointment with Dr. Carol Jin in San Ramon, California. Don’t forget that we can treat your whole family, too. Whether you need a cosmetic dentist, family dentist, or emergency dentist, we are ready to help.