{"id":206,"date":"2018-02-02T00:24:14","date_gmt":"2018-02-02T00:24:14","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vanderbrookdds.com\/blog\/?p=206"},"modified":"2018-02-27T00:27:29","modified_gmt":"2018-02-27T00:27:29","slug":"family-dentist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vanderbrookdds.com\/blog\/family-dentist\/","title":{"rendered":"February Is the Perfect Time to See Your Family Dentist"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"girl<\/a>February is National Children\u2019s Dental Health Month! It\u2019s the time of year when parents are encouraged to pay special attention to their children\u2019s pearly whites, focusing on promoting good habits that will last a lifetime. Would you like to get into the spirit of this special and important annual observance? Your family dentist<\/a> offers a few tips that will benefit the smiles of every member of your household.<\/p>\n

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Plan a Family Day at the Dentist\u2019s Office<\/h2>\n

Okay, we know that going to the dentist might not be as exciting as a day at Zero Gravity Thrill Amusement Park, but it\u2019s certainly better for everyone\u2019s health. If it has been more than six months since your child\u2019s last checkup, February is the perfect time to schedule an appointment for them.<\/p>\n

Before you make the appointment, though, pause a moment to think about your own dental health. You want to set a good example for your little one, don\u2019t you? If you never see a dentist, how are they supposed to understand how important oral healthcare is? You may need to schedule a cleaning and checkup for yourself as well.<\/p>\n

The Benefits of Seeing a Family Dentist<\/h2>\n

Finding a dentist who welcomes patients of all ages is important and beneficial for several reasons:<\/p>\n