Our mission is through education, informed decisions and mutual respect, to provide the highest quality of pediatric dental care in the most enjoyable atmosphere. We are dedicated to excellence through improving our skills, furthering our education and building relationships.
Our pediatric dental office has the latest state-of-the-art equipment to make sure your child has access to everything he or she needs at their visits. We have built our office with children in mind- offering a fun, comfortable environment which helps ensure
We pride ourselves in practicing ethically and honestly, always taking the time to explain our findings. We always consider all appropriate treatment options and try to present the most conservative plans, when possible. It is important for us to be helpful to our patients and answer any questions you might have regarding your childs dental care.
Starting early with prevention and good habits will help build a life-long smile and relationship with your pediatric dentist. Thank you for trusting us with one of the most joyful gifts a child has to offer, their smile!
Payment for professional services is due at the time dental treatment is provided. This includes deductibles and co-insurance. We accept cash, personal checks, and most major credit cards. We also take Care Credit.
For patients that require dental treatment, we will customize a treatment plan unique to your child. Our treatment coordinator will review the recommended treatment and the estimation of your dental insurance reimbursement.
Our doctors are experts on early growth and development of childrens dentition, jaws and craniofacial structures. Early growth and development evaluation may provide your child with a more positive experience should they need orthodontic treatment from our pediatric dentists.
Our office offers a wide range of options from nitrous oxide, or laughing gas as well as deeper sedation in office with our Board Certified Pediatric Anesthesiologist. Our doctors also have privileges at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital.
This includes proper brushing, flossing and eating habits, ideal fluoride levels and the use of pit and fissure sealants. We strive to provide a fun, educational environment where children learn about the importance of good dental hygiene.
During your first visit, you will meet some of our dedicated pediatric dental team, be given a special introductory gift, and discuss your concerns for your child before entering the treatment room. Families will accompany one of our specialized hygienists to pick out a toothbrush and review tips for keeping their teeth healthy. She will walk you and your child through the steps of their first preventive care visit, or cleaning. Then, Dr. Trisha will join you at the end for a thorough exam to assess for decay and abnormalities, complete an oral cancer screening and orthodontic assessment. We will complete your visit by discussing any remaining questions you may have.
Your initial exam will last approximately 30 minutes. Oral hygiene instructions will also be given with suggestions to help your child care for their own teeth. In most cases, we will also clean their teeth on this visit, and provide an evaluation that will outline any existing dental problems and proposed treatment.
Our pediatric dentists specialize in the treatment and prevention of dental disease as well as the overall oral health of children from birth through college. Through extra schooling, training, experience and certification, our pediatric dentists are uniquely qualified to treat the dental needs of infants, children and adolescents and individuals with special health care needs.
A Pediatric Dentist is a specialist dedicated to the oral health of children and the monitoring of their facial growth and development. Our office is designed for treating children from infancy through adolescence, as well as the medically and the physically compromised. In our opinion, taking your child to see a pediatric dental specialist is as important as taking them to see a pediatrician.
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She graduated dental school from The Ohio State University and completed her residency at The State University of New York at Buffalo where she served as Chief Resident during her second year. Dr. Trisha is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, Vice-President of the Ohio Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, and is an active member of the American Dental Association and American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. Dr. Trisha also maintains privileges at Cincinnati Childrens Hospital and Medical Center.
In her free time, Dr. Trisha enjoys visiting the Cincinnati Zoo and Newport Aquarium with her husband, Jon, and their daughters, Alana and Chloe. She enjoys sewing, baking, and exploring new activities.