It’s happened…faster than you ever thought possible. The baby teeth are gone. Crayons and scissors are replaced with lockers and cellphones. Your BABY has become a teenager!

But should your newly minted teenager still see a pediatric dentist? Dr. Bianca Sanchez at Little People’s Dentistry says, “Just because your teenager isn’t a child anymore, doesn’t mean he or she should stop seeing a pediatric dentist. Dentistry to meet the special needs of teens and adolescents is an important part of the specialized training we receive. Growing does not stop in childhood–teens experience important growth in their faces and jaws. Teens are also getting the last of their permanent teeth, and teeth that have just come through the gums are especially vulnerable to decay.”

But we all know how rebellious teenagers can be…maybe they just don’t want to see the “kid dentist.” Realizing that teens may not want the zebra Zooby dental brushes, kooky glasses and helium balloons like a lot of their other patients, Little People’s Dentistry recently expanded the back area of the office into an examination and cleaning room exclusively for teens. “We have bigger, adjustable chairs…plus TVs and Playstation Vitas,” says Dr. Sanchez. “Your teen can watch their favorite DVD, pick their favorite show on Netflix to binge watch, or play video games during their dental visit!” Plus, with on-site orthodontic care, Little People’s Dentistry can be your one-stop-shop for teenage teeth.

This all sounds so great, let’s sign Mom up to for a little HGTV and a routine cleaning too. “Sorry,” says Dr. Sanchez, “we only treat patients up to age 18.” But Little People’s Dentistry does have “mom perks.” All forms are easily accessible on the website, plus they offer specials through their Facebook page and newsletter. Most dental insurance plans are accepted and CareCredit is also offered for dental and orthodontic procedures.

It’s easy to see why Little People’s Dentistry is the perfect place for all of your “little people,” even if some of them are getting taller than you! Set up an appointment today!

Little People’s Dentistry
Taking the Pain Out of Taking Teens to the Dentist
“Because Kidz Are People, Too.”
281-261-0020
4706 Riverstone Blvd., Suite 200 (behind Kohl’s in Riverstone)
www.LittlePeoplesDentistry.com