Yes, we love welcoming children of all ages to Dahle Family Dentistry! We recommend following the American Dental Association's guideline to bring children to the dentist when they get their first baby tooth but no later than age one.
Creating a Positive Experience for Your Child
Our goal with the first few appointments is to put children at ease and help them adjust to the new experience of visiting the dentist. They can get to know our amazing dental team and see us as friendly, caring people who want to help them.
It's also important for children to develop positive feelings about dental care that they can carry long into adulthood.
Baby Teeth Play an Important Role
We also want to ensure that baby teeth stay in good condition until they come out on their own. Baby teeth play a crucial role in your child's development, helping them learn to speak properly and chew solid foods. Baby teeth also hold a place for permanent teeth, allowing them to emerge properly and prevent crowding.
We Welcome Parents' Questions
When you bring your child in for an appointment, we encourage you to share your questions about their dental health. We are happy to provide support and education regarding brushing and flossing habits, diet and nutrition, and habits like bottle-feeding, thumb-sucking, and pacifier use.
Schedule Your Child's Next Dental Visit
We welcome children of all ages to our Ontario, OR, dental office, from toddlers to teens, and every age in between. If it's time for your little one's first-ever dental visit, or you have an older child who needs a custom sports mouthguard, we would love to meet them!
Please call us at (541) 881-1794 to schedule an appointment.