Your time is scarce. As a parent, you have a lot to coordinate to make sure everyone in the family is getting to the things that matter. Proper dental care is one of those elements that can take up a frustrating amount of time. If the adults and kids in the house go to different dentists it often requires more time and coordination. You can streamline routine dental care by finding a dentist who can treat the entire family. When you start looking for a family dentist there are some basic questions you should ask to help you with the decision-making process.

Do you treat a wide range of patients?

The most basic question to ask about any dentist you are considering for your family is, ‘Do you treat a wide range of patients?’ You need to find a dentist who is comfortable treating both adults and children. There are some dentists who specialize in treating children and others who are only willing to work with adults. A family dentist is comfortable working with a wide age range. You should not assume that all dentists are willing to see young patients – because that is not the case. As you search for a family dentist, ask directly if the dentist treats patients of all ages.

Are you experienced working with pediatric patients?

Being willing to treat children and having experience treating children are two different things. As you search for a family dentist, it is a good idea to ask about experience with pediatric patients. The reality is that working with a young child can require a very different approach than working with an adult. All dentists get the basic training to work with both age groups but experience is an important element when it comes to choosing a dentist for your family. Do not be afraid to ask any dentist you are considering about experience with pediatric patients and his or her approach to working with children.

What services are available?

The services that a dentist offers are important to consider as you search for a family dentist. Think about the current and future dental care needs of your family. You know that everyone will need routine dental care. There will likely be a time when someone in your family requires other types of intervention for issues like decay or gum disease. Do you or one of your family members need some cosmetic dental work? Is anyone in need of reconstructive dentistry? Learning about the services that a dentist offers – and if those services will meet the needs of your family – will help you determine if he or she is the right option for your family.

Finding a dentist who can treat the entire family will help you streamline the process of getting everyone the proper oral care. If you are looking for a family dentist in the St. Augustine area, consider Dr. Singh at Dental Remedies. Dr. Singh has experience working with a wide range of patients and has created an environment that is welcoming for both adults and children.