Early orthodontic treatment starts with early evaluation, which means watching how a child's bite and jaws grow while baby teeth and permanent teeth are both present. At Genuine Care Dental in Saratoga, CA, that watching is part of your child's regular dental visits.
At each exam, we look at how your child's teeth, jaws, and bite are developing, and we talk with you about what we notice. We also review brushing and flossing habits and answer your questions. Catching a concern early gives you more time to plan and more options.
Every child grows differently, but some signs are worth mentioning to us:
There is no need to worry if you spot one of these. Children's mouths change quickly, and a comment to us during a visit is enough to start a conversation.
Encourage good brushing and flossing, limit sugary snacks, and help your child move past habits like thumb sucking. Healthy baby teeth also help guide adult teeth into place. Our kid friendly dentist visits are calm, and parents are welcome to stay close. To see how the rest of the family is cared for, read about our family dentist practice.
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Watching a child grow takes patience, and it helps to visit a place that feels easy on kids and parents alike. We didn't want it to feel like a dental office, so we didn't build one. Warm wood, real plants, a couch you'd actually choose to sit on, and chairs picked for comfort as much as function, all so you forget where you actually are.
Dr. Rong and Mia lead the practice with an expert team that takes time to listen to families.
Your child can wrap up in an anxiety blanket with a calming aroma, use a neck pillow, or put on dark sunglasses. Lip balm is on hand, phones charge for free, shows play on the screens, and parents can grab coffee.
“Too often I see patients go into an office and they're just seen as a set of teeth with no person behind them. I want to know not only what our patients need, but also what they want, in terms of their health, their looks, and how they feel.”
– Dr. Rong, owner
“I absolutely would recommend Genuine Care, and I have already done so many times.”
– Amy, patient
“Dr. Rong was very patient. He carefully explained the treatment, so I feel very confident and comfortable.”
– Raymond, patient
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