I’m in a tough position, and I’d like an opinion on whether it’s best for my 8-year-old to see a pediatric dentist or not. He’s of an age where I really think he should be doing better than he is. He’s been getting regular cleanings and checkups from our family office for several years now. … Will a pediatric dentist help my anxious 8-year-old before he gets worse?
We recently found out our young daughter needs to have a couple of fillings. She’s four and is kind of antsy in the dental chair so our pediatric dentist wants to sedate her. I’m not opposed to it, but as her mom, I’d like to be in the exam room with her the whole time. … Why can’t I be with my daughter during a sedation procedure?
My 11-year-old daughter found out she has her first cavity and it devastated her so much she began to cry. When I try to talk to her about it, she turns and walk away and get very upset. I can tell if she is upset because of being afraid to have it filled or if … How young is too young for sedation?