{"id":8,"date":"2022-09-15T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2022-09-15T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/olathedentalcarecenter.com\/why-is-a-family-dentist-important\/"},"modified":"2022-09-15T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2022-09-15T00:00:00","slug":"why-is-a-family-dentist-important","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.olathedentalcarecenter.com\/blog\/why-is-a-family-dentist-important\/","title":{"rendered":"Why Is a Family Dentist Important?"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>A family dentist is unique because it takes care of oral health during every stage of life rather than just focusing on a single age group. Dental practices such as consistent brushing and flossing, along with regularly visiting a family dentist as part of taking good care of their health, are vital concepts that should be taught starting young. Children are more likely to follow in the footsteps of their parents, however, so making sure to \u2018practice what you preach\u2019 is very important! Contact Olathe Dental Care Center located in Olathe, KS for dental care for all ages.<\/p>\n<p>Seeing a family dentist should be a routine part of your life with cleanings and exams every 6 months \u2013 or twice a year. Beyond just the smell, and the look of a healthy mouth \u2013 the mouth is sort of a window to view the overall health of the rest of your body. People who take care of their teeth are usually more aware of their overall health and well-being. When you go in the family dentist can thoroughly assess the conditions of your teeth and gums and collect information to compare to your last visit. This allows the dentist to see if any changes have occurred to your dental health. Children have different dentistry needs than older people, and a qualified family dentist will provide comprehensive oral care to permanent teeth, baby teeth, and every tooth in between!<\/p>\n<p>Besides the convenience factors associated with every family member going to the same family dentist, there are also other benefits associated with everyone receiving treatment from the same provider. Some of these benefits include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Convenience \u2013 Because family dentists are trained to offer care to patients of all ages for different dental conditions, the patient does not have to travel to several clinics to have routine dental check-ups for all family members.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Scheduling \u2013 It\u2019s not uncommon for a family dentist to work with the patient for a lifestyle-fitting appointment time. If you have a big family, with a busy lifestyle, a family dentist might be more inclined to meet for a later appointment to help you out.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Dental History \u2013 The most significant advantage of a lifelong family dentist is the fact that they\u2019ll know your family\u2019s dental history. A proactive dentist will notice new symptoms since your last checkup and take action.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<ul>\n<li>Emergencies \u2013 When something happens, and you need dental care immediately, it helps to know that you have a dentist available that you know and trust. Such emergencies always happen at the most inconvenient time but with someone you can trust means you can see them anytime, and be assured of quality services, regardless of the situation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Olathe Dental Care Center in Olathe, KS is the family dentist you need! We are dedicated to delivering the best family dentistry for your entire family. From baby teeth to dentures and everything in between, we will be happy to care for your family\u2019s health. We accept most dental insurance and offer additional payment options for uninsured patients. Call today at (913) 782-1420 to schedule your appointments or <a href=\"https:\/\/web.archive.org\/web\/20260116125355\/https:\/olathedentalcarecenter.com\/request-an-appointment\/\">request an appointment<\/a> online!<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"A family dentist is unique because it takes care of oral health during every stage of life rather than just focusing on a single age group. Dental practices such as consistent brushing and flossing, along with regularly visiting a family dentist as part of taking good care of their health, are vital concepts that should be taught starting young. Children are more likely to follow in the footsteps of their parents, however, so making sure to \u2018practice what you preach\u2019 is very important! 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