{"id":101,"date":"2017-07-23T17:35:20","date_gmt":"2017-07-23T17:35:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/?p=101"},"modified":"2022-02-25T19:56:23","modified_gmt":"2022-02-25T19:56:23","slug":"dentist-in-indianapolis-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.indydentalgroup.com\/blog\/2017\/07\/23\/dentist-in-indianapolis-2\/","title":{"rendered":"What Your Child can expect at Their First Visit With Your Dentist in Indianapolis?"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"Did you know that children should visit the dentist every six months just like adults? This is important to monitor their oral health as well as to build a relationship with them based on trust. Your child should begin seeing their dentist in Indianapolis around their first birthday or six months after their first teeth erupt. Early visits allow us to monitor your child\u2019s oral development so we can make you aware of any concerns early on. Here\u2019s what to expect at their first visit.<\/p>\n

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A Comfortable Environment<\/h2>\n

Our goal with your child\u2019s first visits<\/a> is to make them feel comfortable and at ease coming to the dentist. We\u2019ll give them a ride in the \u201cbig chair,\u201d count their teeth, and introduce them to the instruments we use. We never proceed with any type of procedure until your child is completely comfortable.<\/p>\n

As they get older, we\u2019ll incorporate dental cleanings into their routine visits, and we\u2019ll begin taking x-rays of their teeth around the age of 6-8 years old. Early detection of any developmental concerns allows you the opportunity for treatment with less invasive procedures. We want to create a foundation of comfortable visits at the dentist so your child will be successful in the future, and even look forward to their dental appointments.<\/p>\n

Additional Recommendations<\/h2>\n

In the future, we may recommend additional services for your child such as fluoride treatments and dental sealants. Fluoride is a mineral that helps to build and strengthen developing teeth. It also helps remineralize teeth damaged by decay.<\/p>\n

Dental sealants are a thin coating we apply to the chewing surfaces of your child\u2019s teeth to seal and protect them from the bacteria and acids that cause tooth decay.<\/p>\n

If your child chooses to participate in sports, our doctors can discuss the right protective wear for their needs. Sports injuries account for almost half of dental emergencies and it\u2019s important to wear the right mouth guard. At Indy Dental Group<\/a>, we can fabricate a mouth guard for your child that will be much more comfortable to wear and provide better protection than the generic guards purchased at a sporting goods store.<\/p>\n

Contact Indy Dental Group<\/h2>\n

If it\u2019s time for your child\u2019s first or next dental visit, we encourage you to call your family dentist in Indianapolis today<\/a> to schedule. We can\u2019t wait to meet your child!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

Did you know that children should visit the dentist every six months just like adults? This is important to monitor their oral health as well as to build a relationship with them based on trust. Your child should begin seeing their dentist in Indianapolis around their first birthday or six months after their first teeth […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[1],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-101","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","hentry","category-uncategorized"],"yoast_head":"\nWhat Your Child can expect at Their First Visit With Your Dentist in Indianapolis? - Indy Dental Group Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Your child is scheduled for their first dental visit. 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