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Children’s dentistry or dentistry for children is a core dental service we offer at RiverRock Dental. One bad childhood experience at the dentist’s office can leave a lasting impression. And that unfortunate moment can lead to adults also avoiding biannual cleaning and necessary dental care. We do not want either reaction to happen.
RiverRock Dental understands the specific needs children have when visiting the dentist. We recognize that they may be fearful or apprehensive in a dentist’s office. Since our dental team understands how important visits to the dentist are for children, and recognizes how important these visits are to your child’s overall developmental health, we strive to offer trust and reassurance.
Our calm, comforting environment will help put your child—and your entire family—at ease. We also provide exceptional pediatric dental care and treatment options every step of the way.
We understand how busy you can be. Your pediatric dental appointments should help improve your family’s health. We will do our best to be on time for your appointment. We’ll take the time to listen to your questions and consult with you about the different options that are available and best for you and your treatment.
We’re aware that sometimes parents also have a fear of pediatric dentists. Whether a parent’s anxiety is observed by a child or a dental horror story has been shared with the child beforehand, we want to make sure parents aren’t scared too. It is important that parents feel confident that their child is in the right place. If the legal guardian bringing the child in for pediatric dental care has any questions related to dental care, we will explain in easy-to-understand terms why these steps are needed.
We know that comfort with both asking questions and getting clear answers helps to make pediatric dentistry that much easier. While we will also answer questions in simpler terms directly to an inquiring child, we are happy to have the guardian’s help at making the process easier. A parent can provide a comforting hand to the child during a dental procedure on dentistry for children. Or, help us out by explaining simple tips to the child so he/she can prepare for an upcoming dental visit.
Maybe storytelling or answering a few questions just isn’t enough. If your child physically needs more assistance, and assuming there are no conflicting allergic reactions to medication, we can administer nitrous oxide (commonly known as laughing gas).This should reduce potential pain, pressure or discomfort during both routine and more involved dental care procedures.
If you have any questions about how our team can meet the dental needs of your family, and specifically your children, please do not hesitate to call our Shakopee office.
RiverRock Dental in Shakopee, MN is a multi specialty dental clinic. Our dentists, Dr. Todd Christianson and Dr. Nathan Hanson hold over decades of collective clinical expertise to provide quality specialized dental care at affordable price. Each member of our team is dedicated to ensuring that our patients are well-informed and comfortable at all times. At RiverRock Dental, we will never begin a treatment or procedure until all of your questions have been answered and you feel relaxed and at ease. To give you the best possible services and results, we are committed to continual education and learning. Being member of various dental association’s helps us to stay abreast of the changes and recommendations for our profession.