You are not the only on in your household who needs to see the dentist. Little ones, just like you, can start to experience some issues if they don’t come in for a visit, and they simply don’t have the ability to make their own appointments for themselves. That means that it is up to you to ensure that your child has the dental care that they need. Well, for most kids, the goal mirrors yours: one checkup every six months.
With Dr. Amanda Foust, DDS at Dental Impressions of Ankeny, you’ve got a fellow Iowan to keep an eye on your family’s smiles. Our team understands the importance of having a friendly, family provider, and we are so proud of our ability to be that for the people of Ankeny. From your little one’s first oral health appointment through to the development of their wisdom teeth and into adulthood, our office is here to deliver effective, understanding dental checkups and treatment that you can trust.
Show your child that the dentist is a place for their health. Schedule a family checkup for each member at Dental Impressions.
They Can’t Do It All By Themselves
Even when your little one tries, they can’t handle all of their oral health needs on their own. For adults, that proves troublesome too, and it’s why we head to the dentist twice each year for a checkup. These visits help to fight back against common dental concerns like tooth decay and periodontal disease.
Dental checkups are helpful for anyone who has teeth. So, if your child has them, then they need to be in the dental chair at least twice each year for a cleaning and examination. With consistent checkups, they can stay on the right track; ignoring them can lead to harmful bacterial buildup where their brushing and flossing is not doing the job.
Scheduling A Family Checkup Can Be An Advantage
The timeline for children’s oral health checkups tends to mirror that of their parents. Both you and them could stand to come in twice each year for a cleaning and examination, and that can offer opportunities. Why not come in at the same time as them?
Some families are seeing some real benefits by scheduling their child’s appointments with their own. This way, you can show them how it’s done. The dentist is a place for personal health, not a place to fear.
End 2025 With A Checkup From Dental Impressions
Their checkups play a real role in their smile success. To find out more about scheduling a combined visit for your entire family, call Dental Impressions in Ankeny, IA today at (515) 965-0230.
