{"id":174,"date":"2017-08-31T15:35:07","date_gmt":"2017-08-31T15:35:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.topsummerlindentist.com\/blog\/?p=174"},"modified":"2017-09-18T15:36:32","modified_gmt":"2017-09-18T15:36:32","slug":"family-dentist-summerlin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.topsummerlindentist.com\/blog\/2017\/08\/family-dentist-summerlin\/","title":{"rendered":"4 Reasons It\u2019s Time to Find a Family Dentist in Summerlin"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"family<\/a>You and your family probably don\u2019t look forward to going to the dentist — yet. But that\u2019s just because you haven\u2019t found the perfect dental home! That is, a place where you feel totally comfortable, at ease, and confident on your path to excellent oral health and wellness.<\/span><\/p>\n

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If your little ones dread opening up for a checkup and cleaning, or if even you put off getting your teeth checked out, it\u2019s time for you to look for a dentist who offers the gentle, personalized care you and your loved ones deserve. That\u2019s what an excellent family dentist in Summerlin can offer.<\/span><\/p>\n

Keep reading to find out the top 4 reasons it\u2019s time to pick a dental team serving patients of all ages and stages of life — from 3 to 103!<\/span><\/p>\n

#1: A Wide Range of Services<\/span><\/h2>\n

Smiles have different needs throughout a lifetime, and a family dentist is equipped to meet them all. For children, cavity prevention is key, but great grandma and grandpa may need denture care or help fighting gum disease. And as for yourself, you may be most interested in perfecting your smile with cosmetic dentistry services. A family dentist offers all of these services, as well as specialty treatments like <\/span>TMJ therapy<\/span><\/a> for a clicking, popping jaw. <\/span><\/p>\n

#2: Kid-Friendly Care<\/span><\/h2>\n

Children may be a little (or a lot) nervous when visiting the dentist. The dental office is a new, maybe scary environment that they\u2019re not too familiar with. Visiting a family dentist ensures your little one is entering into a calm, friendly environment — and that they\u2019re under the care of a team who is well-trained in the treatments and methods that serve <\/span>children\u2019s oral health needs<\/span><\/a> best. <\/span><\/p>\n

#3: Affordable Dentistry<\/span><\/h2>\n

Family dentists are also more likely to offer their services at a rate that you won\u2019t have trouble fitting into your budget. Even if a dentist isn\u2019t explicitly in-network with your dental insurance provider, most will still file and follow-up on claims to help you get the discounts you are eligible for. You can feel free to call a prospective dentist\u2019s office first to discuss the specifics of your financial situation. <\/span><\/p>\n

#4: Trusted By the Community<\/span><\/h2>\n

You can make sure your family dentist is well-respected by checking out their <\/span>online reviews<\/span><\/a> before you even schedule an appointment. Taking some time to read about what current and former patients have said about your prospective dentist can help to ensure you are making the best decision for you and your loved ones! Don\u2019t stop short at anything less than glowing. <\/span><\/p>\n

About the Author<\/span><\/h2>\n

Dr. Pamela J. West<\/span><\/a> is a graduate of the University of Southern California School of Dentistry and the Las Vegas Institute for Advanced Dental Studies. She offers significant experience serving patients of all ages and a complete list of services for the whole family in her state-of-the-art office. We invite you to contact (702) 240-0404 to schedule an appointment with your Summerlin family dentist today! <\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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