The First Visit

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry suggests that a child have his or her first visit by their first birthday, or when the first tooth comes in - usually between six and twelve months of age. Early examination and preventive care will protect your child’s smile now and in the future.

Making your child comfortable in a dental setting is very important for the first visit. Our office is specifically designed to create a unique, comfortable environment for children. We avoid using words that might cause unnecessary fear or anxiety such as: "hurt", "needle" or "shot." We suggest that the parents also participate in describing these sometimes necessary procedures in non-threatening manner.

During the initial visit, Dr. Miller and his team will explain all procedures and answer any questions that you or your child may have. We welcome parents to stay with the child during all appointments.