Kids Dentist

If you want the best care for your child’s smile, you need to make sure that you’re seeing a dedicated kids dentist specialist. Doris Lin, DDS, is an exceptional dentist who treats kids and adults of all ages at Fantastic Family Dental in Cambrian Park, San Jose, California. Give your child the smile they deserve and schedule a visit today by calling the office or booking an appointment online.

Kids Dentist Q&A

What is a kids dentist?

A kids dentist is a dentist who specializes in providing dental care to children. Children have different needs than adults do when it comes to their time at the dentist. For many children, a trip to the dentist is still a new, and therefore scary, experience. Many dental phobias tend to develop at an early age, stemming from traumatic early experiences, and they can be particularly difficult to overcome once your child grows up.

The team of specialists at Fantastic Family Dental is highly skilled in making your child’s dental experience as warm, friendly, and effective as possible. Some of the techniques they use include:

Spending more time connecting with your child on a personal level

Avoiding stressful words, like “drill” or “injection”

Providing a kid-friendly environment complete with stress balls and TVs with cartoons

The doctor and the staff are all specially trained to work with children’s particular psychological needs and to make their dental trip feel like a fun, welcoming, and social experience.

When should my child start seeing the dentist?

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, you should bring your child in for the first dental appointment as soon as their first tooth appears, and no later than their first birthday.

This might seem like a young age to start your child’s dental care, but early appointments with Dr. Lin and the team allow them valuable time to establish an early connection and relationship with your child.

It also gives them the opportunity to begin monitoring their growth and development, and start protecting them from infant and toddler tooth decay.

What happens during my child’s first dental appointment?

Your child’s first dental appointment usually consists of a visual exam of your child’s teeth and a demonstration for how to properly brush them. Dr. Lin also reviews your child’s oral health history and takes the time to answer any questions you might have about your child’s oral health.

To learn more about how the team of friendly professionals at Fantastic Family Dental can make your child’s dental experience truly fun and effective, schedule a visit today by calling the office or booking an appointment online.