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\"IsDespite many parents\u2019 advice, your life has actually gotten much simpler<\/em> after you\u2019ve had a child. These days, whenever you think you\u2019ve misplaced something, there\u2019s a high likelihood that it\u2019s in your child\u2019s mouth. They\u2019re obviously teething, and it has you thinking, \u201cIs it time for them to go to the dentist?\u201d This is a very common question, and your children\u2019s dentist in Castle Rock, Dr. Layne Benzley<\/a>, is going to answer it, and let you know what to expect on their first visit.<\/p>\n

When Should They Have Their First Visit?<\/h2>\n

Logic would tell you that you should schedule your child\u2019s first dentist appointment as soon as their first tooth appears, but that would actually be too soon. The American Dental Association recommends that your child should have their first dentist appointment 6 months after their first tooth has erupted, or by their first birthday. <\/strong>This means you don\u2019t need to rush after they get their first tooth. If you bring them in too early, they simply won\u2019t have enough dental structure for Dr. Benzley\u00a0to examine. If your child doesn\u2019t have any teeth by the time they turn 1, you should bring them in as well.<\/p>\n

What Will the First Visit Be Like?<\/h2>\n

Your child\u2019s first visit to their pediatric dentist in Castle Rock has much less to do with treatment than trying to make them feel comfortable in the office. These initial visits are very important to\u00a0help your child establish a positive connection with going to the dentist<\/a>, so it\u2019s best to start slow. It will mostly involve a discussion between you, your child, and Dr. Benzley. You\u2019ll talk about your child\u2019s medical history, and any other observations you’ve made\u00a0that might be relevant to their dental health.<\/p>\n

You\u2019ll also discuss basic oral hygiene, why it\u2019s important, how their diet affects their teeth, and developmental milestones you should look for. This will help you monitor your child\u2019s growth, as well as get them thinking about taking care of their teeth.<\/p>\n

Dr. Benzely will perform a short exam on your child\u2019s mouth and gums while you are holding them to check for any issues, and then advise you on what to\u00a0do moving forward. Thankfully, these early visits can catch many problems while they are extremely easy to treat. After the first visit, you should bring your child in every 6 months for a standard check-up and cleaning<\/a>, just like yourself. This will help their smile grow as they do, and keep them healthy for years.<\/p>\n

Any Questions?<\/h2>\n

When it comes to treating your child, it\u2019s all about a gentle touch, and they\u2019ll get that from their first visit and all the ones after. We want your child to grow healthy just like you do, and we\u2019re happy to do our part in that.<\/p>\n

If you have any questions about bringing\u00a0your child to the dentist or what to expect, please give us a call today<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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