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Why choose a pediatric dentist?
What Is A Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist?
From your child’s first tooth to their first day in college, board-certified pediatric dentists, like Dr. Sean, are committed to teaching them excellent oral habits while providing tailored care so their smiles can grow bright and strong.
While all dentists must achieve a Doctor of Dental Medicine (DMD) or Doctor of Dental Surgery (DDS) degree, board-certified pediatric dentists pursue additional years of education through a postgraduate pediatric residency program. The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry requires an annual renewal to ensure Dr. Sean’s care best serves your child.
As a board-certified pediatric dentist, you can trust that Dr. Sean provides compassionate expertise to nurture your child’s developing grin.
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Why Is It Important To Form The Doctor/Patient Relationship Early?
When your child stops by our office at a young age, they’ll quickly learn that visiting their trusted smile friends can be easy and fun! The sooner your child becomes acclimated with “going to the dentist”, the more likely they’ll develop positive associations with oral health habits and dental visits.
Builds Trust
Early visits allow your child time to get to know our caring team. With each appointment, your kiddo will discover that dental visits are nothing to worry about and that their smile is in great hands.
Informs Our Team
Getting to know your child’s unique oral health needs at an early age allows us to craft the best treatment plan possible for a lifetime of thriving smiles.
Strengthens Good Habits
By visiting Dr. Sean every six months, our team will be able to catch issues before they begin forming in the first place.
Establishing A Dental Home For Your Child
A dental home is a practice where your child receives ongoing care from the same team as they grow from tots to teens. By making South Coast Smiles Pediatric Dentistry your child’s dental home, they can always look forward to gentle, upbeat care that’s truly tailored to their unique needs and personality. Here are a few benefits of a dental home:
✓ We’ll care for your child through the most formative years of their life
✓ You’ll experience streamlined visits since all of your child’s info will be on record
✓ Our team can help your kiddo take charge of their oral health for life
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