Encourage.Positive reinforcement goes a long way. Always tell your child how proud you are of them, and what a big, brave boy/girl they are. New experiences can be scary and any time they hand it well, we want to offer praise and encouragement.
It is beneficial for the first visit to occur within six months of the eruption of the first tooth, and no later than the babys first birthday. Consider this first visit as a well-child checkup for your childs teeth.
During this visit, your dentist will check for decay and other conditions and show you how to properly clean your childs teeth. Additionally, the dentist may recommend oral care products for your family. Heres a full summary of what you can expect at your first visit.
As part of our integral service offerings, all First Impressions staff have received advanced education and training in order to provide excellent primary and comprehensive preventative oral health care to children with special health care needs (SHCN). In agreement with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, health care for these individuals typically requires specialized knowledge, increased awareness and attention, adaptation and accommodative measures beyond what is considered routine.
Bacteria in the mouth use the sugars found in liquids and foods to produce acids that attack the teeth. Each time these liquids or foods are consumed, acids attack the teeth for 20 minutes or longer. After many attacks, tooth decay can develop. Tooth decay can begin as soon as teeth emerge in a babys mouth usually by age six months or so.
Ever heard of baby bottle decay? Its a specific type of tooth decay that occurs because of prolonged exposure to liquids that contain sugar. One of the more common ways this can occur is bottle propping or putting your baby to bed with a bottle.
Fluoride is a mineral that occurs naturally in all water sources, including the ocean. Research has shown that fluoride not only prevents cavities in children and adults, it also helps repair the early stages of tooth decay even before the decay is visible. During childhood, when teeth are still forming, fluoride works by making tooth enamel more resistant to the acid that causes tooth decay.
Baby teeth are just as important as permanent teeth for chewing, speaking, and appearance. In addition, baby teeth hold the space in the jaw for permanent teeth. Both primary and permanent teeth help give the face its shape and form.
And why are straight teeth important? Straight teeth are important for a nice smile and correct jaw positioning and well-positioned teeth are together important for chewing, digestion, speech, and good looks; in other words, for physiological and psychological health. Straight teeth are also easier to keep clean and this enhances the health of the gums and of the oral cavity in general.
If a permanent tooth is knocked out, hold it by the top part (crown), rinse it gently with water, reinsert into the socket, making sure it is facing the correct direction, and take the child to the dentist immediately. If you cant replace the tooth put it in a container of cold milk or in a cold wet cloth and bring it to the dentist immediately.
Our office is committed to providing exceptional and enjoyable services in all aspects of dental care for your child. Each of our offices have been inspired by children; we intentionally designed the atmospheres of our dental offices to incorporate elements that children relate to and understand. Things like bright colors, fun textures, a play yard, video games, cartoons, books, TV programs, kid-sized equipment, and friendly faces help ease your childs fears and apprehensions.
Once a child is relaxed, we will call them back for the exam. Generally, we prefer to take your child back alone, while you remain in the waiting room. We find the children are able to relax sooner and more easily this way. Our team will explain all procedures and answer any questions your child may have. We use techniques such as tell, show, do where we name the instrument, showthem how to use it and let them experience it themselves. We are trained to give each child our full attention at their appropriate level of development. As a result, most children are more calm, comfortable, and confident during the exams and procedure.
Our team of dentists and hygienists use some of the most innovative approaches as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. New research, technology, and assessment tools are allowing us to go even further to assess your childs risk for cavities and other oral issues. A few of the things we screen for during a visit include: lack of saliva in your childs mouth, enamel defects, elevated bacteria, and plaque on your childs teeth. These advanced screenings give us an enormous amount of information about your child and whether he or she is at high, moderate, or low risk for the formation of cavities.
Reviews
Rating 4.9 out of 5 based on 73 reviews
Sort by
newest oldest highest lowestVerity Lucia
a year ago
First Impressions Marshfield has delivered beyond expectations in every way. I truly never realized that children could actually enjoy and look forward to their dental visits, but due to the incredibly friendly staff and child friendly environment my kids go to their appointments happily and leave with smiles on their faces. Dr. Maggie genuinely cares about her patients and the concerns of the parents. She even road down the slide with my 3 year old daughter when she was afraid to go down on her own. Thank you, Doctor Maggie and the awesome staff at First Impressions! I am so grateful that I can trust you with the care of my children and their dental health.
Lara Endries
2 years ago
Dr. Maggie and the staff are fabulous! I love how friendly and knowledgeable they are! Such a great experience, and my 4 year old loves going back by himself for his visits. So impressed and highly recommend!! #pediatricdentist
Lauren Meyer
2 years ago
Very friendly staff and really good with my daughter. They have a jungle gym in the waiting room so it keeps the kids occupied and their mind if being at the dentist.
Megan Johnson
2 years ago
They are wonderful with all of my kids, especially my autistic 10 year old.
Becca Boehning
2 years ago
Amazing experience here
Amanda Franseen
2 years ago
Our youngest went to the dentist for the first time today, the staff was wonderful and made his experience great.
Ashleigh Bennett
2 years ago
Very kind staff and made my three year old comfortable with it being only her second appointment so far :)
Brook Wibben
2 years ago
My little girl just loves going to the dentist. After every appointment she is so proud of herself for doing it on her own and always telling me how much fun she had. We have seen a few dentist that work here (Ned, John and Meghan) they are all truly amazing with the kids. Penny makes everyone feel special when they walk in the door to when they leave. Clinic girls are amazing with all the kids as well, always having a smile on their face and making each kids feel important. Thank you to the Marshfield staff for always making our visits an amazing experience!
Lara Endries
2 years ago
Dr. Maggie and the staff are fabulous! I love how friendly and knowledgeable they are! Such a great experience! #pediatricdentist
Brian Barnes
2 years ago
First impressions do an excellent job on being timely, explaining a dental plan, works phenominal with kids making them acually enjoy going to the dentist. They explain everything thoroughly so you have little to no questions on what procedure was done or that need to done. Dr. Maggie is great and Cali is phenomenal with our kids.
Lisa Bohl
2 years ago
The staff was very welcoming and great with my 1 year old daughter!
Layah Mariani
2 years ago
I was going to the Mfld dental clinic before this, I transferred to First Impressions because they wouldn't do anything more for my son. and when I tell you this was a WHOLE different experience it was. Both my kids loved each of the hygenist and the doctor, they were patient and caring. My oldest hated going to the dentist but was by himself here and did amazing and fully cooperated.
Wiki O
2 years ago
Everyone at First Impressions was great at their job. Dr. Maggie and Cali were so warm and kind to my son. I wish we had known about this dental clinic sooner. Plan to get a detailed dental health assessment on your first visit. I learned a lot of good information.
Rebekah Heeg
2 years ago
BEST dentist for a kid that has teeth issues/troubles. Love the hygenists and secretaries and dentists at First Impressions. Marshfield Wisconsin is lucky to have one Thankful
Melissa Smazal
2 years ago
Cannot say enough about the amazing staff at First Impressions in Marshfield! They are so kind, extremely patient and are absolutely incredible with children. They certainly excel in their practice. Would give more than 5 stars if I could!
Roxen Gaming
2 years ago
They were so well with my daughter. Explained everything to me great and listened and responded to my questions without confusing me. 10/10 will br going with my furture children.
Heidi Allen
2 years ago
Very friendly staff made my son feel happy!
Shania Skibba
3 years ago
It was my son's first ever visit with a dentist and I couldn't be more happy with the service. The assistant gave us a small tour of where everything was and how they entertain the children to make them not feel scared. Being his first time, my son was afraid and cried, but both the assistant and dentist were very patient with him and reassuring. They each kept smiles on their faces and we're very kind and helpful with explaining everything they were doing. I will definitely be sticking First Impressions for my son's dental care needs.
Lucy Herrin
3 years ago
My kids get excellent gentle dental care at First Impressions in Marshfield. The staff are all super friendly and professional.
Tessa Frutiger
3 years ago
After a fourth and final visit we will not be returning. When setting up my daughter's first visit we explained she had a past traumatizing experience with the dentist at a younger age and we had hopes for First Impressions to show that it is not all dentist are like her first visit. That firat visit did exact what we hoped for. However, the going back alone causes her to get nervous. I understand it is their policy, but when that doesn't fit the child they need to make exceptions. She needed serious work done on cavities, and they required payment up front. They have been unable to finish the work that is paid for because she gets scared and uncooperativ; they seem unequipped to handle a scared child. They appear to have 1 method and when that doesn't work they give up. I'm less than impressed. The first visit my daughter seemed to actually enjoy it. But subsiquent visits have not been up to standard. This very last one my daughter went running out of the room screaming, I'm unaware of what happened because leading up to the appointment she was excited to go.
Load more