Gentle Dentistry For Your Family's Youngest Smiles
A Positive Start for a Lifetime of Health
As a parent, you want the very best for your child, and that includes finding a dental team that is not only skilled but also patient, gentle, and kind. We understand that early dental experiences shape a child's perception for years to come, and our goal is to make every visit a positive one.
At Preferred Dental Partners, we cherish the opportunity to be your child's dental home, creating a fun, welcoming environment where they can feel safe, happy, and excited about their oral health. We would love to answer any questions you have, and we're ready for your call!
The Importance of Early & Consistent Dental Care
Building a foundation of trust and positive habits from a young age is the key to a lifetime of healthy smiles. Bringing your child for regular dental visits offers so much more than just a quick tooth count; it allows our team to partner with you in proactively protecting their smile as it grows and develops. The key benefits of establishing a dental home early include:
Building Positive Associations: We focus on making visits fun and engaging, helping your child build a positive, trusting relationship with our team and eliminating dental fear before it can begin.
Preventive Care & Education: With professional cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants, we can protect young teeth from decay. We also provide fun, age-appropriate education to empower your child with great home care habits.
Early Monitoring & Intervention: Regular checkups allow us to monitor the development of your child's teeth and jaw, enabling us to spot and address any potential issues, such as alignment or bite concerns, at their earliest and most treatable stages.
Surgical therapy is used for more advanced gum disease. This might involve carefully reflecting the gum tissue to access deeper areas for cleaning and potentially even bone grafting to rebuild any lost bone support for your teeth.
Your Child's Visit with Our Caring Team
Led by Dr. Megan Oldridge, who has a special focus on pediatric care, our team is dedicated to making every child's visit a wonderful experience. We tailor our approach to your child's age and comfort level, explaining what we're doing in a simple, friendly way. Here's what you and your child can expect:
A Welcoming Introduction: We greet every child with a warm smile, showing them around to help them get comfortable and see that our office is a friendly place.
Gentle & Fun Examination: We make the examination feel like a fun game, and we always explain what we're doing in simple, friendly terms before we do it. Our goal is a gentle checkup that feels more like an adventure.
Comfort Options for Anxiety: For children (or adults!) who feel a little nervous, we offer nitrous oxide sedation ("laughing gas") to help them feel completely calm and relaxed throughout their visit.
A Positive Send-Off: Every visit ends with praise and encouragement, reinforcing a positive connection with dental care and leaving your child feeling proud of their healthy smile.
Join the Preferred Dental Partners Family Today!
Give your child the gift of a positive, empowering start to their lifelong dental health journey. Our caring team at Preferred Dental Partners is excited to welcome your family to ours. Call our friendly team at our Horicon or Beaver Dam office to schedule your child's appointment today!