{"id":21,"date":"2017-01-07T19:05:25","date_gmt":"2017-01-07T19:05:25","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/blog\/?p=21"},"modified":"2017-07-05T20:20:06","modified_gmt":"2017-07-05T20:20:06","slug":"childrens-dentist-in-friendswood","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/blog\/childrens-dentist-in-friendswood\/","title":{"rendered":"Quality Care Offered by Children\u2019s Dentist in Friendswood!"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-22\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/iStock_87532991_SMALL-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Every child is unique, and so are their teeth and gums. Visit your children\u2019s dentist in Friendswood to keep your child\u2019s fundamental examinations up to date.\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/iStock_87532991_SMALL-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/iStock_87532991_SMALL-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/02\/iStock_87532991_SMALL.jpg 847w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/p>\n<p>Were you one of many children that had dental anxiety growing up? It\u2019s understandable to be apprehensive when it comes to your child\u2019s first dentist appointment, as they probably are, too. As a parent, your little one\u2019s comfort and safety is a main priority. We understand that and take it to heart at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/about-us.html\">Friendswood Dental Group<\/a>. Our children\u2019s dentist in Friendswood keeps the office as an inviting place for your child to warm up to. Instead of transitioning from a pediatric dental office, begin here with us. Your family can avoid a stressful transition period and begin their oral health care journey by meeting one of our dentists, Dr. James Sierra or Dr. Carmac \u201cMac\u201d Taylor Jr.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2><strong>Children Need Regular Dental Care<\/strong><\/h2>\n<p>The foundation for healthy permanent teeth is laid during the first years of life. It is essential to establish a proper oral hygiene routine as soon as possible. A regular routine will help to ensure the development of strong, healthy teeth and gums. As consistent role models, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.colgateprofessional.com\/\/patient-education\/articles\/childhood-oral-hygiene-and-the-role-of-parents\" target=\"_blank\">parents are key for setting a daily routine<\/a>, walking their children through the important steps of oral hygiene. You can get assistance with this by visiting your Friendswood dentist. During your child\u2019s appointment, either of our dentists will be equipping your child with important dental hygiene information and techniques. We hope to make you feel comfortable knowing that as the parent, you are not alone in this journey!<\/p>\n<h2>What to expect during your child\u2019s dental examinations<\/h2>\n<p>Visiting your local dentist is a major part of a consistent dental routine. During your children\u2019s first (or returning) dentistry appointment, one of our gentle dental hygienists or friendly dentists will conduct an examination. This is time dedicated to taking a good look at your son or daughter\u2019s teeth and gums. If anything is unusual with the way your child\u2019s teeth are developing, it will be addressed at this time. Early examinations provide not only the dentist, but you as the parent, the opportunity to be proactive in your child\u2019s health.\u00a0 If there are any abnormalities spotted, we will be able to create the best regimen to counteract those issues early on.<\/p>\n<p>After examination, a kind member of our dental hygienist staff will gently clean your child\u2019s teeth. During the quick rinse, he or she will teach your child the basics of dental care\u2014depending on their age of, course! Friendswood Dental Group strives to equip your child with all the knowledge necessary to maintain their precious little smiles. We take pride in being a primary choice among family dentistry practices!<\/p>\n<h2>Any further questions?<\/h2>\n<p>Don\u2019t worry, we have you and your family\u2019s best interest in mind at Friendswood Dental Group. If you plan to be proactive in the health of your family\u2019s teeth and gums, please contact us today to arrange a children\u2019s dentistry examination. Both of our dentists love to see a variety of young patients from surrounding areas, especially the ones eager to learn! If this is your child\u2019s initial trip to the dentist, please take the time to review the information listed on our <a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendswooddental.com\/new-patients.html\">new patient page<\/a>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Were you one of many children that had dental anxiety growing up? It\u2019s understandable to be apprehensive when it comes to your child\u2019s first dentist appointment, as they probably are, too. 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