New Patient Forms
Download and complete these forms prior to your first appointment to expedite the check-in process.
Frequently Asked Questions
Schedule check-ups every six months. For specific oral health needs, more frequent visits may be advised.
Before the first tooth appears, clean the gums with a damp cloth. After that, use a soft-bristled, infant-sized toothbrush.
We recommend using water or training toothpaste when your child starts getting their first teeth. When they turn age 2, switch to using a rice-grain-sized amount of fluoridated toothpaste. Always encourage spitting out the toothpaste.
Cavities form when bacteria in the mouth produce acids that erode tooth enamel. Sugary foods accelerate this process.
Ensure twice-a-day brushing with fluoride toothpaste and daily flossing. Limit sugary foods and have regular dental check-ups for professional cleaning and advice.
The first set of X-rays is usually taken around age four. Yearly follow-ups help ensure healthy development and alignment, especially once the permanent teeth start coming in.
Thumb-sucking is common and usually harmless up to age three. If the habit persists or is aggressive, it could cause crowding or alignment issues with the teeth.
Baby teeth serve crucial roles in speech, chewing, and saving space for permanent teeth. Poor care can affect your child’s overall health and result in misaligned adult teeth, as well as infection or pain.
Pre- and Post-Treatment Care
Find out what to expect before, during, and after your treatment.
Appointment Checklist
Before Your Child's Appointment
- Verify Insurance Information Make sure your information is up-to-date. If there have been any changes to your child's insurance coverage, be sure to call and let us know. If it is your first time here, call the office and we will check your insurance eligibility prior to your arrival.
- Confirm Appointment You should have received a confirmation call or text for your child's appointment. If you didn't receive one yet, contact us to make sure you have the right day and time.
- Parent or Guardian Your child (if under the age of 18) needs to be accompanied by their parent or legal guardian. If you want someone else to bring them instead, you must contact our office and fill out the proper Child Care Authorization form.
On the Day of Your Child's Appointment
- Arrive Early It's always better to be early than late! You may need to fill out more paperwork, make payments, ask or answer questions for our front desk staff before the appointment. We recommend 5-10 minutes prior to appointments, or longer if it is the first time you've ever been here.
- Bring ID and Insurance Card If it is your first time to the office, we will need this information to make sure get the most out of your appointment. If you are not the legal guardian or parent, also bring in your signed copy of the Child Care Authorization form.
- Eating and Meals Sometimes it seems like a better idea to eat right before coming to the dentist, but this is not always true. In most cases, your child will be able to eat and drink right after their appointment. Occasionally, depending on the type of fluoride applied, there will be a short 20 minute wait before we recommend eating and drinking. Most importantly, if your child has an operative appointment, do not give them a heavy meal as this could upset their stomach while in the procedure. Instead, give them a very light meal or wait until after their operative appointment to eat.