The Center for Pediatric Dentistry features 16 dental chairs, plus a full dental surgery center on site to provide comprehensive care for patients through 18 years of age, and up to age 21 if the patient has special needs, such as autism or Down syndrome.
This means your child has access to the latest technology, highly trained childrens dentists, a team of pediatric dental residents and dedicated staff who specialize in providing every child with a positive, successful dental visit.
The Center for Pediatric offers specialized care for children with special needs such as autism or Down syndrome. Our weekly Autism Clinic and Medically-complex services ensure that every child receives care appropriate for his or her specific needs.
The Centerfor Pediatric Dentistry includes a Dental Surgical Center (DSC) that allows many young patients to receive dental care under general anesthesia at their regular dental home. We also welcome patients from throughout the community who need pediatric dentalsurgery services.
The Dental Surgical Center recognizes our regions strong demand for pediatric dental surgery services and is meeting those needs through state-of-the-art technology and a staff that specializes in the latest procedures for children, says Dr. Travis Nelson, Clinical Associate Professor and Clinical Director.
During a typical surgical visit patients and their families check in at The Center for Pediatric Dentistrys front desk and are escorted into the Dental Surgical Center by a dental assistant, who records the patients height, weight and blood pressure and reviews pertinent information with the family. The dentist and the anesthesiologist then meet the family, explain the procedure and answer any questions. When the patient is brought into an operating room, family members make themselves comfortable in the bright waiting area.
After their procedure, patients are taken to a recovery room, where family members join them and receive post-operative instructions from the dentist and an update from the anesthesia team. Families exit via a private door to the parking lot.
We are very pleased to welcome patients to our Dental Surgical Center, says Dr. Nelson. Our goal is to improve access to care by providing shorter wait times for surgery and offering financially feasible options in a safe, warm and friendly atmosphere.