Parents want the best for their kids and to keep them happy and healthy. While finding the right pediatrician is often a top priority, securing a pediatric dentist may be overlooked. These professionals specialize in treating children and often receive additional training that can bolster the care your little one receives. 

While some parents choose to send the whole family to the same office, here are five compelling reasons to enlist the care of a pediatric dentist instead: 

• Level of Care: Between baby teeth, emerging adult teeth, and orthodontics, kids face different dental concerns than their parents. Choosing a specialized dentist means each stage of their oral health is tended to by highly trained professionals.
• Childhood Dynamics: Fear of the dentist is common in groups of all ages. For those who opt for a pediatric office, though, this issue is alleviated. The staff there works well with children and understands how to calm nerves to provide the best care.
• Kid-Friendly Equipment: To make a child’s visit more comfortable, pediatric offices often use smaller, child-sized equipment. These tools are introduced to the child one piece at a time with a thorough explanation of their purpose in the exam, putting the child’s mind at ease.
• Inviting Environment: From bright colors and exciting waiting rooms, pediatric offices are right up a child’s alley. Engaging toys, music, and television programs keep little ones entertained while waiting to be called back. 
• Prevention: There’s no time better than childhood to focus on prevention and set a child up for strong oral health habits. Pediatric dentists help parents create a plan to avoid problems before they arise.

The pediatric dentists at Dr. Dean T. Sueda, DDS, MS in Honolulu, HI, are excited to meet with you and your little ones to discuss their office’s comprehensive services. Call them at (808) 944-1603 or visit their website for more information.