Parents can help ensure that their child’s first visit to the dentist is positive and enjoyable. If your child is old enough to understand, we encourage parents to inform their child of the visit and let them know that our dental staff will explain the process of their treatments and answer any questions they may have. Avoid using words that may frighten your child, such as shot, drill, pull, or pain. Our friendly staff members use words that communicate the same message but are less scary or intimidating. 

Parents are free to stay with their child during their first visit to Irvine Kid’s Dentist. However, for future appointments, we encourage parents to let their child go back to the treatment rooms with our staff members on their own. We have found that our team is able to establish a closer rapport with children when their parents are not present. We strive to gain your child’s trust and help them overcome any anxiety they have about the dentist. Although, if you would prefer to accompany your child during their appointments, you are more than welcome to do so! 

We do ask that any children who don’t have an appointment stay in our waiting room with a supervising adult for the safety and privacy of our patients. We have video games and other toys in our waiting room. 

We pride ourselves on providing quality, affordable services. We accept a variety of payment methods, including CareCredit. We can also prioritize and stagger your child’s treatments to give them the amazing smile they deserve in a timeframe you can afford. 

At Irvine Kid’s Dentist, we want you and your child to feel relaxed during your visit. Please let us know if there's anything we can do to make your visit more comfortable!

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Dental Association (ADA), and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), as well as our office, recommend that all parents should establish a “dental home” for their child by their first birthday. Children who start seeing a dentist regularly at a young age typically have fewer oral health issues in the future.