There are significant distinctions

between pediatric dentists and

family/general dentists.

Think of a pediatric dentist like you would think of your child’s pediatrician.

Pediatric dentists train with four years of dental school, and in addition to this, pediatric dentists require additional graduate work that will allow them to specialize in treating children.

Our dental practice is tailored specifically towards working with children. Our dentists and staff are trained to work with children of all ages and we pride ourselves in the way our staff interacts with our patients. Young children visiting for the first time will be asked if they are ready to have their “teeth counted and brushed” rather than asking them if they are ready for a cleaning.

We also recognize that for a small child a visit to the dentist may be scary at times, and we do our best to minimize any stress or fear provoking behavior. Your child might hear phrases like “put your tooth to sleep”, “put vitamins on your teeth”, or “take pictures of your teeth” to explain processes such as numbing teeth, applying fluoride, or taking an X-Ray. Pediatric dentists are trained to understand and relate to their patients. Our staff uses the “tell, show, and do” method to let patients know what to expect during their visit with us.

Children enjoy, and expect, to be with other children. This social interaction is what they see at school, in playgroups, and the sports they participate in. To expand on that idea, we have three dental chairs in a large, single room so your child doesn’t feel alone during their dental procedures. The added benefit is that your child will see other children being treated, and this can be reassuring to them during their own visit.

In our treatment room, it is very common for our staff to play game with your child, to sing, or let them get out of the chair to explore. Pediatric dentistry is interactive, and we like to talk to you and your child to determine what method will be most successful.

Please call 781-861-6120 or click here to request an appointment.