Family Dentistry in Vancouver, WA
Looking for a dentist who truly cares for your whole family? You've found your dental home. We make it easy to fit quality dental care into your busy family schedule. From toddlers to teens to parents, we create a warm, relaxed environment where everyone feels welcome and kids actually look forward to their dental visits!
Why Choose a Family Dentist?
At our practice, we believe in making dental care convenient and stress-free for busy families. One location, one trusted team, all your family's dental needs. From regular cleanings to fillings to sports guards for active kids, we create positive dental experiences that help children develop healthy habits that last a lifetime.
Family Block Appointments
Your entire family deserves quality dental care without the scheduling headache. Book everyone on the same day with our family block appointments—one trip, multiple checkups, and your afternoon back!
Affordable Care For Your Whole Family
The cost of treatment shouldn’t keep you from getting the care you need. We keep preventive care affordable so you can invest in your healthiest smile yet.
The Benefits of Family Dentistry
One-Stop Convenience
Save precious family time with appointments for everyone at one trusted location, no more driving across town to different dental offices!
Consistent, Familiar Care
Children feel more comfortable seeing the same friendly faces at every visit, building confidence and positive dental associations that last a lifetime.
Comprehensive Family Approach
We consider your family's shared health factors and habits, creating more personalized care for everyone from toddlers to grandparents.
Flexible Financing Options
What Your Child Can Expect
Kid-Friendly Check-Up
We begin with a gentle, thorough exam using kid-friendly tools and simple explanations. Our team makes this experience interactive and educational, letting kids visually see and learn about their growing smiles. Every positive check-up helps build their confidence!
Gentle Cleaning
Our team is dedicated to making cleanings comfortable for children of all ages. We'll carefully remove any plaque from your child's teeth and along their gumline, using kid-friendly terms and taking breaks whenever needed. Many children even have favorite hygienists they look forward to seeing!
Polish Up Their Smile
The final step is everyone's favorite! We gently polish teeth with a gentle brush and yummy-flavored paste that kids get to choose themselves. We finish with careful flossing and celebrate their clean, shiny smile. Children leave feeling proud of their dental visit achievement!
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
Check out these frequently asked questions, or call us to speak with our team.
The American Dental Association recommends twice-yearly dental visits for most children, just like adults. These regular appointments allow us to clean away plaque buildup and catch any potential issues early. However, some kids may need more frequent visits based on their individual development, oral hygiene habits, or specific dental needs. After evaluating your child, we'll recommend the ideal schedule for their ongoing care.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends scheduling your child's first dental visit by their first birthday or when their first tooth appears—whichever comes first. These early visits are short and comfortable, helping your child get familiar with the dental office environment. We'll check their developing teeth, demonstrate proper cleaning techniques, and answer any questions you have about caring for your little one's smile.
Most routine family dental appointments take between 30-60 minutes per person, depending on age and individual needs. We do our best to schedule efficiently when multiple family members are being seen on the same day. Many parents appreciate our family block scheduling option, where we reserve a convenient time slot for your entire family to be seen together, minimizing time away from work and school.
Absolutely! For anxious children, we recommend using positive, non-scary language when discussing dental visits—avoid words like "hurt," "shot," or "painful." Consider scheduling a brief meet-and-greet visit before their actual appointment so they can see our kid-friendly office. Reading children's books about dental visits can help prepare them too. During appointments, we encourage parents to stay visible, use praise for cooperation, and bring a comfort item from home.
