{"id":63,"date":"2020-02-22T15:15:58","date_gmt":"2020-02-22T15:15:58","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.clearcoastdental.com\/blog\/?p=63"},"modified":"2020-03-09T20:39:25","modified_gmt":"2020-03-09T20:39:25","slug":"childrens-dentistry-family-dentist-pediatric-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.clearcoastdental.com\/blog\/2020\/02\/22\/childrens-dentistry-family-dentist-pediatric-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"Should Your Child See a Family Dentist or a Pediatric Dentist?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"alignleft is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.clearcoastdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_164144807__1583418705_58520-1.jpg\" alt=\"Smiling boy, father, and female dentist at dental office\" class=\"wp-image-68\" width=\"299\" height=\"199\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.clearcoastdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_164144807__1583418705_58520-1.jpg 800w, https:\/\/www.clearcoastdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_164144807__1583418705_58520-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.clearcoastdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/03\/AdobeStock_164144807__1583418705_58520-1-768x513.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 299px) 100vw, 299px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>As a parent, you already know how important it is to make sure your child\u2019s growing smile is well-cared for. Thus, you\u2019ll want to find a good dentist that can meet all of your little one\u2019s needs while making sure they stay relaxed and comfortable. But what kind of practice should you look for? Are you better off finding a pediatric dentist that only sees children, or should you look for a family dentist that treats patients of all ages? Read on to learn more about your options when it comes to children\u2019s dentistry.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What is the Difference Between a Family Dentist and a Pediatric Dentist?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A family dentist is somewhat similar to a general dentist because\nthey don\u2019t specialize in a particular field; instead, they offer a variety of\ndental services under one roof. However, general dentists may have a minimum\nage for their patients. In contrast, a family dentist is able to see adults and\nchildren of all ages. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>On the other hand, pediatric dentists undergo two or three\nyears of training (in addition to the regular four years spent at dental\nschool) so that they can specialize in working with children. Their training\nfocuses on the developmental stages your little one\u2019s mouth will go through as\nwell as child psychology; this prepares them to deal with a variety of situations\nand behaviors. They normally only accept patients until they reach the age of\n18 or 20. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Which One is Better for Your Child?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There are a number of pros and cons associated with seeing\neither type of dentist. In most cases, however, it\u2019s a good idea to look for a\nfamily dentist rather than one that specializes in pediatrics. This is because\na family dentist is more convenient; since adults can be seen as well, you can schedule\nyour child\u2019s checkups on the same day as your own, meaning you don\u2019t have to\nworry about making time to drive to different practices on different days. You\u2019ll\nalso be able to enjoy a wider menu of services to address your family\u2019s unique\nneeds. And once your child grows up, they won\u2019t have to worry about finding a\nnew dental home. They can just continue to visit the dentist they grew up with!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Of course, this is just a broad generalization. One way to determine the best practice to take your child to is to schedule a consultation with the practice. That way, you can see for yourself what the environment is like and get a feel for the kind of care you can expect your child to receive. Take the extra time and effort to find the right dentist that will leave your child feeling good about their smile.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About Clear Coast Dental<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Here at Clear Coast Dental, our three skilled dentists have been trained to treat all kinds of patients, including young children. With dental sealants, fluoride treatments, nightguards, and other child-friendly services, we\u2019ll help your little one\u2019s smile stay healthy as they grow, and we can continue to treat them even after they become adults. To schedule a checkup for your child at our New Bedford office, visit our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.clearcoastdental.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or call (508) 997-1030. \u00a0<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As a parent, you already know how important it is to make sure your child\u2019s growing smile is well-cared for. Thus, you\u2019ll want to find a good dentist that can meet all of your little one\u2019s needs while making sure they stay relaxed and comfortable. But what kind of practice should you look for? 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