If your child has special needs, visiting the dentist may be difficult but it doesn’t have to be when you visit the children’s dentist in Center. Kids of all ages and stages benefit from regular preventive dental care, and Dr. Thomas Youngblood and our team are prepared to accommodate the variety of needs of all of our young patients. Keep reading to learn more about how we provide high-quality care for little ones with special cognitive, physical, or behavioral needs, then schedule an appointment for your child today!
A Caring, Compassionate Dentist
Children of all ages should visit the dentist every six months for routine preventive care. But if your child has special cognitive, physical, or behavioral needs, it can be difficult for them to understand why these visits are important and you may find it almost impossible to get them to comply at all. But don’t give up. Dr. Youngblood in Center is prepared to help your little one enjoy excellent oral health throughout childhood!
When you visit our office with your child, you will find that we take a friendly approach to help your little one feel a little more comfortable in what may be a new, frightening environment. We can also schedule your child’s appointment at a time when the office isn’t very busy to ensure there are not a lot of noises and outside stimuli that may be distracting or distressing.
Our dentist will tailor a treatment plan based especially on their unique needs, beginning with necessary preventive care. Under certain circumstances we can offer sedation dentistry to provide helpful relaxation throughout the appointment. If needed, it can be used for all treatments – from the regular checkup and cleaning that should occur every six months to restorative care, like a tooth-colored filling or extraction.
Benefits of Care Tailored to Special Needs
When you choose a dentist who is qualified to provide you with high quality dentistry tailored for your special needs child, you are setting your little one up to enjoy a childhood with a healthy, happy smile and that means he or she is more likely to enjoy healthy teeth throughout adulthood, too. Some of the most significant benefits of caring children’s dentistry include:
- Personalized treatment plans built on a case-by-case basis.
- Comforting sedation helps your child relax safely and effectively.
- Preventive dentistry reduces risk of significant dental issues.
- Helps children who are fearful or anxious see there is nothing to fear at the dentist’s office.
- Office is equipped to provide the best care.
- Your dentist can provide important advice and patient education for maintaining good hygiene at home, too.
Contact the Children’s Dental Center Today!
If your child has special needs, ensure they are still receiving the high-quality care that all children benefit from by visiting the children’s dentist in Center. Contact the Children’s Dental Center to schedule an appointment with Dr. Youngblood and our friendly team today!