Why A Family Dentist Is A Good Idea?

[Tariq Drabu]

For many people, the idea of going to the dentist isn't something that they think of in the context of family involvement. However, having a family dentist is one of the best things that a family can do for their children and even for the adults as they age. This has to do with the amount of trust that is built up between your family and the dentist, but also with the ease of access to medical records that going to a single dentist will bring to your family.

A big part of dental health is the daily habits that children develop when they are young. Taking the time to rinse, floss, brush, and generally look after the teeth isn't something that most kids want to do. Add in the stress of going to a new dentist and many kids do their best to avoid taking care of their mouths. However, when they go to a family friendly dental office and have the chance to develop a trusting bond with their medical professional, they are more likely to take his or her advice seriously, resulting in better dental health.

This will also translate into a better outcome when it comes time for braces, retainers, and the dreaded first cavity. When kids grow up trusting the same dental professional, they are more likely to end up with a perfect smile.

Another great benefit is the ability to retrieve the medical records of the entire family in just a few minutes. This can be useful when moving, submitting information for a new insurance plan, or when preparing for overseas trips with a church group, school, or anything else that would require a run down of personal health.

For children, this can help if they need medical records for their parents as they get older. This can be particularly important during extremely stressful times.

Finally, a dentist familiar with the whole family will be able to look for conditions that are genetic or lifestyle related that have shown themselves in one family member.

Overall, choosing to have a family dentist in Mesa is more than choosing a practice that offers family friendly options and waiting rooms, it's about choosing a great future for your loved ones and yourself. The bonds of trust that are created between medical professionals and the people that they serve for years are extremely important for continued health.

[Steffany Mohan, DDS]

Hi Tariq,

You have mentioned the relevant points,definitely the family dentistry addresses oral health at every stage of life.A family should consider this for their children as it can benefit them early orthodontic treatment.