A kids’s dentist does lots of things for kids that are kid-specific. When you’re looking for a dentist for your family, keep your kids’ needs in mind – to kids, dentists can be intimidating, and a quality kids’ dentist can stop dental phobias before they begin.

So what does a kids’ dentist do?

Well, they get a very specific education, for one. A typical kids’ dentist – or pediatric dentist, as they’re called professionally – will undergo two to three more years of rigorous training than a dentist who works only on adults. This extra training gives kids’ dentists the knowledge and experience they need to meet the unique needs of infants, younger kids and teenagers.

When should I bring my kids to a dentist?

After your child’s first tooth erupts, it’s a good idea to bring him or her to a kids’ dentist, who can tell you how to care for your baby’s teeth. In addition to making sure the new teeth are coming in correctly, a good kids’ dentist can tell you all you need to know about dental growth and development, how to brush and floss for your child, and the latest facts about thumb and pacifier habits.

How should a kids’ dentist treat his patients?

A good kids’ dentist understands how scary a child’s first few trips to the dentist can be. At Comprehensive Family Dentistry, Dr. Mark Weglos and his staff take the time to talk to your kids about the procedures they perform and the tools they use. We like to maintain open lines of communication with all our patients, but we know it’s especially important to be gentle with kids.

What about teenagers?

Teenagers are especially susceptible to social pressures, and unhealthy teeth can lead to low self-esteem. A good kids’ dentist will naturally be a good teenagers’ dentist – and at Comprehensive, we know how to communicate with teenagers. And if your kids need braces, we’ll make the entire process as painless as possible.

We provide kids’ dentistry services to patents in Newtown, Langhorne, Philadelphia and the Bucks County area. So if you’re in the market for a good kids’ dentist, give us a call and set up an appointment – you won’t be disappointed.