{"id":90,"date":"2017-06-13T17:17:28","date_gmt":"2017-06-13T17:17:28","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/?p=90"},"modified":"2017-06-20T17:17:48","modified_gmt":"2017-06-20T17:17:48","slug":"family-dentist-in-dallas-ga","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/family-dentist-in-dallas-ga\/","title":{"rendered":"5 Reasons to Visit a Family Dentist in Dallas, GA in Summer"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignright size-medium wp-image-91\" src=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/iStock-503555026-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"When\u2019s the last time you visited your family dentist in Dallas, Ga?\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/iStock-503555026-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/iStock-503555026-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/iStock-503555026-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2017\/06\/iStock-503555026.jpg 1254w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/>One of the many things that kids look forward to during summer break is school shopping for the following year. It can be hard to choose out all these new clothes and not wear them until the school year starts! Some children choose their first outfit weeks ahead of time. Do they know what the best accessory is? A bright, healthy smile! It\u2019s important to get your children into visit their family dentist in Dallas, GA before school starts back up! Here\u2019s why you should consider scheduling an appointment before you become too busy to visit during the school year.<\/p>\n<p><!--more--><\/p>\n<h2>1.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Maintain their relationship with their dentist in Dallas, Ga.<\/h2>\n<p>We have a kid-friendly office environment with staff members that work awesomely with children of all ages from infants to teens. We believe building a good relationship with your dental professionals is important to the future of your child\u2019s oral health. You eliminate the chances of your child developing dental phobia or anxiety as a teen\/adult by making them familiar with their dentist now. When you think about the bigger picture, you could be saving lots of money in dental care from attending preventive care appointments.<\/p>\n<h2>2.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 You get reassurance that your child is developing healthily.<\/h2>\n<p>Your son or daughter\u2019s teeth are constantly going through changes. As they <a href=\"http:\/\/www.colgate.com\/en\/us\/oc\/oral-health\/life-stages\/childrens-oral-care\/article\/four-developmental-milestones-in-your-childs-oral-health-1114?thumbparam=childrens-oral-care\/497323373\" target=\"_blank\">grow and develop<\/a>, so will their smiles. Depending on their habits (like thumb sucking or chewing on ice) they may encounter dental problems. It\u2019s important to bring them to visit Distinctive Dentistry so that either <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/meet-the-doctors.html\">Dr. Shirley or Dr. Bickford<\/a> can routinely check on their development. This way, we can address dental problems in their initial stages.<\/p>\n<h2>3.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 Keep work to keep your child\u2019s mouth clean.<\/h2>\n<p>Many children don\u2019t enjoy their dental routine, which makes it less likely that they\u2019re being thorough. Professional cleanings are essential for getting the debris and buildup that have been missed. This can be really important in the summer because your child may be exposed to more sweet summer treats that catalyze dental decay like popsicles, snow cones, and slushies when it\u2019s hot out.<\/p>\n<h2>4.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 They will receive quality preventive care.<\/h2>\n<p>An essential part of having regular dental checkups for your young ones is finding cavities before they get worse. Neglecting cavities\u2014or neglecting the opportunity to spot them\u2014leaves room for their adult teeth to grow incorrectly and continue the vicious cycle of bad oral health.<\/p>\n<h2>5.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0 They will learn how to care for their own teeth properly.<\/h2>\n<p>A dental office may not be initially inviting to a child, but we teach brushing and flossing techniques in a way that will intrigue your sons and daughters. We can also give parents tips and tricks to make brushing and flossing at home more engaging and easy.<\/p>\n<h2>Contact Distinctive Dentistry Today!<\/h2>\n<p>We understand the importance of maintaining your family\u2019s health. We also understand how hard it can be to make time to visit your dentist in Dallas, Ga. That\u2019s why we encourage you to visit our dental office for summer checkups before the school years starts! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.bickfordandshirley.com\/contact-us.html\">Contact us today<\/a> to schedule the next available appointment.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>One of the many things that kids look forward to during summer break is school shopping for the following year. It can be hard to choose out all these new clothes and not wear them until the school year starts! Some children choose their first outfit weeks ahead of time. 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