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Taylor Dentistry provides quality pediatric and general dentistry for
families in Omaha, Elkhorn, Bellevue, Papillion, and surrounding
Omaha, NE areas. Our patient care is a reflection of our philosophy
that all patients deserve great dental care with a friendly,
personalized approach.
Your Child’s Visit
At Taylor Dentistry, our goal is to provide
your child with the best dental care while
maintaining a friendly, non-threatening
environment. In addition, we feel it is equally
important to keep all parents informed about their
child's dental health. Following checkups, our
doctors speak with parents to explain exam
findings, oral hygiene tips, and any treatment
needed.
At your child's first appointment, whether it's
their first visit to our office or the first ever visit to
the dentist, we will explain and show your child
using simple, non-threatening terms. This
technique, called "tell-show-do", has been a
proven method to allow children to become comfortable and familiar in the dental setting.
Maintaining communication with our young patients and their parents allows us to have
relationships that build trust and understanding. Ultimately, this leads to positive, enjoyable
experiences at the dentist now and for a lifetime.
What happens at the first dental visit?
At your child's first visit, we will check the teeth for decay, check the gums and soft tissues,
examine your child's bite. If indicated we will take x-rays. We will usually clean the teeth and give
the child a fluoride treatment.
All procedures will be explained to the patient in age appropriate terms. Following the
examination, we will discuss all of the findings with the parent, discuss prevention strategies
individualized for the child, and answer any questions you may have.
When should I schedule my child's first visit to the dentist?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child is seen by 6 months
after his/her first tooth erupts or by 1 year of age, whichever comes first. The reason the AAPD
recommends dental examinations this early is to prevent dental disease. We will discuss
strategies on toothbrushing, type of toothpaste to use, snacking, and other issues that can be very
helpful in preventing future dental problems.
How can I prepare my child for their first dental
appointment?
Do's:
1.
Do tell your child about the appointment and use a positive
approach.
2.
Do show your child pictures of the office on our website
3.
Do speak in "matter of fact" terms.
Don'ts:
1.
Don't make too big an issue about visiting the dentist.
2.
Don't discuss difficult visits that you have had at the
dentist.
3.
Don't use terms like ‘shot’, ‘hurt’, and ‘drill’.
17455 Manderson St.
(174th & Maple)
Omaha, NE 68116
Phone: 402-333-0274
Fax: 402-498-2997
Call: 402-333-0274
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