{"id":295,"date":"2020-09-18T12:07:07","date_gmt":"2020-09-18T12:07:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/?p=295"},"modified":"2024-08-14T01:34:53","modified_gmt":"2024-08-14T01:34:53","slug":"why-a-good-family-dentist-is-worth-the-drive","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/why-a-good-family-dentist-is-worth-the-drive\/","title":{"rendered":"Why a Good Family Dentist is Worth the Drive"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/rsz_adobestock_205091844-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Family and dentist giving thumbs up\" class=\"wp-image-296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/rsz_adobestock_205091844-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/rsz_adobestock_205091844-1024x683.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/rsz_adobestock_205091844-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/rsz_adobestock_205091844-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/09\/rsz_adobestock_205091844-2048x1365.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Juggling school schedules, extracurricular activities and playdates along with balancing work and keeping the house clean can make parenthood feel like an extra full-time job. Life\u2019s busy pace can make it difficult to ensure every member of the family visits their dentist every six months for a routine dental exam and cleaning. This is especially true if the kids see one dentist while mom and dad see another. Fortunately, there is a simpler way! Keep reading to discover some of the benefits of finding a family dentist you trust. \u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Convenience Is Key&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Scheduling multiple dental appointments in different parts of town \u2013 and then <em>remembering<\/em> those times and dates \u2013 can be a major hassle for busy parents. By choosing a dentist or dental practice that can meet the oral care needs of the entire family, you can make just a single phone call to schedule appointments for everyone! Many family dentists offer block scheduling for families, so parents and children \u2013 and maybe even an elderly parent \u2013 can all be seen within the same convenient window of time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Patient Testimonial: Nicole | Capron Park Dental\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Zqz9EzkPZy8?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">More Dental Care Services Available<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>People at different stages of life often have different dental care needs. For instance, pre-teens are much more likely to need orthodontic treatment to straighten their smiles, while a senior citizen may want to explore different options for replacing missing teeth. To meet these varying needs, many family dentists provide a wide range of dental services under a single roof. You can think of your family dentist as a one-stop shop for your smile!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Personalized Preventive Care<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Building a relationship with a family dentist who sees you regularly throughout different stages of your life can directly benefit your long-term oral health. When your dentist knows your full dental history, they can provide better preventive care that keeps you out of their chair as much as possible. When issues do arise, you can rest easy knowing that your dentist will recommend a treatment plan that takes into consideration your unique needs and goals. Moving from a pediatric dentist to a general dentist, on the other hand, is an opportunity for charts and paperwork to get mixed up and fall through the cracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Set a Positive Example Early<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>As noted above, one of the benefits of choosing a family dentist is that you can schedule routine checkups for the whole family on the same date. Not only is this convenient, but visiting the dentist together with your kids can help underline to them the importance of oral health. In addition, young children may feel less intimidated by the dentist&#8217;s office if they know their parent are in the next room getting their teeth looked at too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Simplify your life and keep your whole family healthy and smiling by choosing a family dentist near you!&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The friendly and experienced team of dental professionals at Capron Park Dental provides quality dental care to patients of all ages from Attleboro, MA, and surrounding communities. Extended evening and Saturday hours make it easy and convenient for entire families to get the care they need. To learn more, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/reviews.html#testimonials\">watch patient testimonials<\/a> on the Capron Park Dental <a href=\"https:\/\/www.capronparkdental.com\/contact-us.html\">website<\/a> or call <a href=\"tel:%20508-222-5950\">508-222-5950<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Juggling school schedules, extracurricular activities and playdates along with balancing work and keeping the house clean can make parenthood feel like an extra full-time job. Life\u2019s busy pace can make it difficult to ensure every member of the family visits their dentist every six months for a routine dental exam and cleaning. 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