About us
Children's visits
A child's visit is a short cleaning and a look at how the teeth are coming in, with a hygienist who explains each step as she goes.
Bring your child for a first visit whenever you'd like, and bring the others too. We schedule family members one after another, so a drive in from the next town covers everyone.
A hygienist who talks to the child first
A parent can stay in the room
Siblings can be booked back to back
Services
What a child's visit looks like
About 30 to 45 minutes. A parent can sit beside the chair the whole time.
- 01
A look around
Your child sits in the chair, sees the tools and hears what each one does.
- 02
The cleaning
A gentle cleaning with a small brush, going at your child's pace.
- 03
The exam
Dr. Maeda checks how the teeth are coming in and tells you what he sees.
- 04
Brushing, together
The hygienist shows your child how to brush, and shows you how to help.
Services
Comfort, choices and care
Comfort
We explain first and go slowly. A parent can stay beside the chair, and we stop if your child needs a break.
If you wait
Baby teeth can develop cavities too, and we tell you what we see and what could happen if you wait.
Risks and after-care
Teeth may feel a little sensitive for a day. Brush as usual and call us if something doesn't settle.
How it's billed
The family plan gives each child on it a lower yearly price for routine visits. Without the plan, you get the fee in writing before the visit.
How fees work
Questions about children's visits
When should my child first come in?
Whenever you like. Some families bring a toddler to get used to the chair, and others wait until the teeth need a look.
Can I stay in the room?
Yes. A parent can sit beside the chair for the whole visit.
Can my children be seen after one another?
Usually, yes. Tell us when you book and we'll line them up.
What if my child is nervous?
Tell us. We slow down, show the tools first and take breaks.
Provided by a general dentist
Dr. Hiroshi Maeda, DDS, general dentist, licensed in Montana. Children's visits are provided by a general dentist and a hygienist.