Dr. Mogell Dental Blog

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Kid's when to switch from the Pedodontist?

Monday, August 11, 2008

What is the best time for your child to transition to an adult dental practice? Often, parents become very comfortable with the dentist they have established for their child and the child ends up staying in a pediatric practice until they are eighteen years old. Dr. Mogell encourages parents to begin the transition to an adult practice once he child has established all of their permanent teeth. Most children have all of their permanent teeth by the age of twelve.
Children who are seen in an adult practice are being cared for by the dentist and dental hygienist. Most often, children in a pediatric practice are only having their teeth polished by the dental assistant during a cleaning appointment. Children are being seen on the half hour. In our office, we allow a full hour to actually scale, polish and administer a fluoride treatment. X-rays are taken if necessary and the child is examined for decay.
If you are ready to move your child to an adult practice or if you have questions about the appropriate time to lake the switch, call our office at 561-394-9000. We will be happy to answer your questions or make an appointment.

Kim Wright, R.D.H.

Kenneth A. Mogell, D.M.D.