A childs first dental visit should occur either when the first tooth pops up or at age one whichever comes first. Getting an early jump on oral health puts your child on the path to best oral and overall health.
Regular eye exams are an essential part of keeping both babies, kids and teens on track for educational, social, and developmental success. Children with vision issues often have trouble in school, with sports, interacting with other children and day-to-day functioning. A vision check-up is a great way to keep your child on track for success.
Farsightedness, also known as Hyperopia, is another common condition where you can see objects that are far away better than objects up close. When a child has farsightedness the light rays in their eyes will focus behind the retinas surface instead of directly on it, making close-up objects blurry...more
Astigmatism is a common vision condition in which your eye isnt completely round which can blur objects both near and far due to the eye not being able to focus. Astigmatism in kids can be difficult to diagnose because many kids dont recognize the blurriness they see and they view it as normal. Astigmatism...more
A lazy eye, also known as Amblyopia, is a vision condition where one of the eyes does not refract light properly causing it to underperform. When a child has a lazy eye the bodys response is to follow the direction of the normally performing eye impacting their depth perception. This condition starts in...more
Cross eyes, also known as Stabismus, is a fairly common eye condition in children in which the eyes are not always aligned, meaning one may look in, out, up, or down. There are six muscles that control eye movement, when those muscles are out of sync, cross eyes occur. In about half of...more
Getting your child to wear glasses can be a struggle which is why we carry over 350 Medicaid-approved frames. Were determined to make every child feel confident when wearing glasses and your child will find the perfect pair to suit their age, size, fashion and lifestyle.
No child should struggle with learning due to undetected vision problems. If your child suffers from vision issues we can help. We accept Medicaid and most insurance plans so your children can receive regular vision exams and glasses when needed at little or no cost to parents..Verify your insurance coverage by selecting your state below to see our approved providers.
Orthodontic Braces are a great solution to fixing the alignment of the jaw, adjusting the spacing of the teeth, and increasing your kids or teens confidence and self-esteem. The benefits of braces treatments have many positive side-effects for overall dental health as well, including:
Finding the right braces is the first step of the journey for creating a perfect smile. There are several types of braces commonly used today such as traditional metal braces, ceramic or porcelain braces, and removable aligners. Well help you find the best type for your child and teen based on your treatment plan, cost, and desired appearance.
No insurance, No problem: For adults and children without insurance coverage, we offer a number of affordable payment plans, our orthodontic coordinators can explain these options to determine a plan that works best for you.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends that children receive their first orthodontic screening no later than age seven. By this age, it will be clear if a child has any jaw alignment problems, overcrowding, overbite or underbite, cross-bite, or additional orthodontic problems impacting a childs mouth. The earlier the orthodontic evaluation, the quicker we can determine if braces are required and what treatment plan is best.
Since Medicaid covers procedures that are medically necessary, orthodontic treatment is could be covered for children. If your child has an underbite, overbite, crossbite or severe crowding it might be time to consider braces for kids with Medicaid.
When a dentist that accepts Medicaid conducts an orthodontic evaluation on your child, they will determine a recommended treatment plan. As part of this, they assess whether Medicaid is likely to cover the orthodontic treatment or not. Medicaid knows that braces can be an important treatment to ensure lifelong oral health for kids. As a dentist that accepts Medicaid, we will manage the full Medicaid approval process which includes submitting the appropriate documents and patient records. Then, Medicaid examiners will look at what we submitted and determine if your childs recommended orthodontic treatment will be covered. Medicaid will notify you and our office if the treatment is approved or declined.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommend children receive their first orthodontic screening by the time they turn 7. At this age, major jaw and tooth alignment problems will be visible. As with any health intervention, the earlier a problem is identified, the easier it is to create a treatment plan and schedule. Some issues that are treated by braces include:
If your child needs orthodontic treatment, it will be an improvement that will last a lifetime. Braces fix more than crooked teeth to create a winning smile. In addition to straightening out your childs teeth, braces also correct bite and tooth alignment. This is important to:
There are other options for braces that are less noticeable than the metal brackets. Some of our older patients like that ceramic or porcelain braces blend in with their teeth. There are also clear braces, but these are more expensive than metal braces and can discolor if not cleaned regularly. Then, there are removable aligners such as Invisalign. These are transparent trays that can be removed during mealtimes. Removable aligners are popular with adults and older kids, but they arent appropriate to treat significant bite problems. We dont recommend removable aligners for most children because they require more responsibility to care for properly.
Sometimes, the orthodontist will recommend two phases of braces depending on the developmental stage of a childs teeth. The first phase might begin around age 7 to 10 years of age to correct issues with your childs primary teeth that could impact the arrival of permanent teeth. During this time, the jaw bones and palette are more pliable.
Around the age of 12, a second phase might be recommended. These braces straighten out the permanent teeth. The time your child will be in braces is dependent on their treatment plan and how well they follow the orthodontists instructions. It can range from 9 months to 30 months.
When your child has braces, it can be more difficult to brush and floss teeth properly, but its very important. Encourage your child with braces to rinse their mouths with water frequently. This helps wash away food particles and restore the pH levels in the mouth to neutral. Acidic foods can wear away tooth enamel.
When your child wears braces, we suggest they brush their teeth after every meal. Your child should pay special attention to their gum line and then focus on brushing above, below and on each bracket. Flossing daily is also critical especially when your child has braces.
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Rating 3.9 out of 5 based on 376 reviews
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newest oldest highest lowestmerry frayre
a year ago
(Translated by Google) Apart from the fact that it takes two hours to attend to you, the doctor who treated my son got angry because she couldn't open my son's mouth and he was doing badly, modulating his mouth and head very ugly and I told him to stop, he didn't understand me and I touched her hand to tell her or make her stop trying to sweep her mouth so ugly and she hit me she slapped me and told her why she hit me and I repeated several kisses to her to let go and she wouldn't let go and I She threw it out, I know it's her job, but she has to do it with manners, but it wasn't like that with my son, she misbehaved, I think she got stressed because my son was crying and crying and wouldn't let her, but she studied for that, she must have patience He is dealing with children and the assistant nurse did not want anything at all. They are supposed to be there to help and translate both the doctors and the parents and they did not help at all, very badly. (Original) Aparte de que tardan dos hora para atenderte la doctora que atendio a mi hijo se enojo por que no podia abrirle la boca a mi hijo y lo estaba mal modulando muy feo de la boca y de su cabeza y le dije que parara no me entendio y le toque su mano para decirle o trabes que parara de estarle tratando de barir la boca tan feo y me pego ella a mi me tiro un manotazo y le dige por que me pega y le repeti barias beses que lo sueltara y no lo soltaba y me avento yo se que es su trabajo pero tiene que acer lo con modos pero con mi hijo no fue asi ella se porto mal yo creo ella se estreso por que mi hijo estaba llore y llore y no se dejaba pero ella estudio para eso debe tener paciencia esta tratando con ninos y el enfermero ayudante no desia absolutamente nada se supone que ellos estan ay para ayudar y traducir tanto a los doctores como padres y no ayudo nada muy mal
Arriana B
a year ago
I was overcharged $546 cash and it is 3 weeks later and I still don't have a refund. I have spent way to much time calling the office to try and get this done and they are very slow administratively and it is very hard to get through to the office when you call. I was told my daughter needed 3 root canals and they started the procedure on her but made me pay (I am a cash paying customer) right after administering the general anesthetic. After paying for all 3 root canals it was discovered one tooth couldnt be saved and needed to be pulled instead. They said they would have the front desk recredit me the $546 that I over paid. When I went to the front desk the office manger Josie told me that it would take 3 days to issue me a refund. This was 3 weeks ago and instead of issuing me the refund they have made it a very lenthly process and said it would be 3 more weeks before I would have the funds refunded back.
Deyamme Y.
a year ago
(Translated by Google) Horrible waiting, it seems like an emergency hospital and a saturated public nursery. I ran because they never attend, my appointment was at 4 and it was 5:30 and nothing.... They attended to some who arrive later, I don't know what that preference is. Perhaps they are new patients and to sweeten them up, the first time ... and more and more patients arrived at 5 in the afternoon ... and I asked him why he waited so long ... I better go I told the woman to do well she told me sarcastically... she made another mistake telling me to register my son only with the 2 surnames. And obviously it never appeared like that, I knew it was by entering the full name, but I said maybe it's a new policy. It was his partner who said no or give him a name too. So ugly case. ... (Original) Horrible espera , parece hospital de emergencias y guarderia publica de saturado Me corri xq nunca atienden , mi cita era a las 4 y eran las 5 30 y nada.... Atendieron a unos que llegan despues no se cual es esa preferencia. Quizas son pacientes nuevos y para endulzarlos,la primera vez ..y llegaban mas y mas pacientes a las 5 de la tarde ..y le pregunte de tanta espera el porque ... me voy mejor le dije a la mujer que le valla bien me dijo sarcasticamente... tuvo otro error decirme ella misma que registrara a mi hijo solo con los 2 apellidos. Y ovbio asi nunca aparecia , yo sabia que era ingresando el nombre completo , pero dije quizas es nueva politica. Fue su companera que dijo noo pongale nombre tambien. Asi que Feo caso. ...
Katy Garcia
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Excellent attention (Original) Excelente atencion
Silvia Cabanas
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) Very bad service, the people who are at the frontdesk are the worst people, not friendly at all, they serve very reluctantly. One or another person who works assisting dentists is worth it but the truth is that most are very reluctant and take a long time to get one to the room in the waiting room it takes one up to 2 hours that's incredible. (Original) Muy mal servicio las personas que estan en el frontdesk son las peores personas nada amables atienden de muy mala gana. una que otra persona que trabaja asistiendo alos dentista valen la pena pero de verdad que la mayoria son muy de mala gana y tardan mucho para pasar a uno al cuarto en la sala de espera se tarda uno asta 2 horas eso es increible.
Letti Salgado
2 years ago
All I have to say is that Dr. Phan is the best she's an awesome dentist she was so caring and careful treating my daughter... That she overcome her fear about going to the dentist... I'm so greatful we had her for her extractions.. Thank you Dr. Phan!
Nazeli Oglukyan
2 years ago
If I could give zero starts I would, I hardly write reviews but my experience was so horrible I want to make sure others were aware. During my first appointment, wait was very long, I decided to give them a second chance as things happen. Wait time to see the doctor is from 60 minutes to 90 minutes. Second time I visited there, again a very long wait time. Worse than the wait time is the Van Nuys office customer service, from the front desk, rolling eyes, talking amongst each other in another language and no apologies for the long wait. I will not be returning.
Stephanie Chacon
2 years ago
Love Kids Dental Place, Sandra has helped my son feel extremely comfortable as he has a huge fear of the dentist. I appreciate that tremendously and so does my son.
Laura Wernette
2 years ago
So wonderful with the kids. Professional, kind and organized!
Evelin Reyes
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) They do an excellent job with the children. I like it a lot. I have been with them for several years and I recommend them. (Original) Hacen un excelente trabajo con los ninos me gusta mucho tengo varios anos siguiendo ahi con ellos y los recomiendo
Alicia Vanessa Gonzalez
2 years ago
I know my kid isnt the easiest to deal with but with my presence and help i can ease things for the staff there but what they lack on is communication directly with the parent. I did not like that no one was explaining things to me as they were going i was the one asking questions instead of them going over with what was going on. The lack social skills! Not all the staff is like this but the last two times ive been there same issue. Even the dentist herself wasnt making me feel comfortable. I asked her whats going on and her response was "im giving her instructions" which was directed to her assistance but her job is to also explain whats going on to the parent in a way to make you feel comfortable that you want to come back to them. Overall they simple need to work on their social skills.
Katherine Mirzoyan
2 years ago
They should call this place kid's detrimental place. Took 2 hours for our appointment even though we arrived before the stated time.
CANDY DEL CID
2 years ago
It's a very good clinic and they attend kids very good
Arsen Mirzoyan
2 years ago
This place is horrible! They overbook patients. we last 2 hours just waiting .
Yesenia Chavez
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) excellent service thank you (Original) Excelente servicio gracias
Ninja vic
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) I didn't like it this last time I went Before they served us better, the receptionist was very lousy to attend. Time to find a new dentist. The doctor also did not treat my child well. I really don't understand why they change every so often. They used to be nicer. (Original) No me gusto esta ultima vez que fui Antes nos atendian mejor, la recepcionista muy pesima para atender. Tiempo de buscar un nuevo dentista. La doctora tambien no trato bien a mi nino. La verdad no entiendo porq cambian a cada rato personal . Antes eran mas amables .
Yelba Mata
2 years ago
(Translated by Google) They take too long to serve 2 hours terrible (Original) Se tardan demasiado tiempo para atender 2 horas terrible
cindy pulido
2 years ago
Very friendly, loved the staff they were all very helpful. Doctor was pretty awesome , everything was clean. Would definitely go back. Highly recommend
Alonzo Olvera
2 years ago
They a great team they work hard and fast It's a very clean place for kid's My kids love to go there thanks for everything
Lesly Catalan
2 years ago
excellent place friendly staff
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