Dr. Rangel is one of the best dentists in Visalia offering her specialties in cosmetic and family dentistry. For over 17 years she has served the central valley continuing her care in preventing tooth decay that can affect everyone in your family.
A good pediatric dentist is a specialist that focuses on children and teens’ oral care, including exams and oral surgery. A pediatric dentist works on teens and children as young as when their first tooth breaks through the gums. She ensures their oral health is at its peak and no cavities have occurred. Pediatric dentists take more time and need more certifications than your general dentist who does not have the skills needed to work on small infants. Dr. Rangel is better suited to service children using the newest technology and treatment methods to make little ones feel comfortable while getting their treatment done. Pediatric dentists can help patients between the age of six months to thirteen years old. She performs normal checkups to oral surgery, like a root canal or tooth extraction.
She helps the patient feel at ease by explaining each treatment plan in exact detail, and making sure they have a complete understanding of why the treatment is taking place. Also, this allows the patient to ask questions versus not knowing and not wanting to go to the dentist again. Many children develop a fear of the dentist due to the loud instruments being used during an exam. Some doctors just get to work instead of spending the extra time explaining to the child because they already have the guardian or parents’ consent for the treatment.
Dr. Rangel does research on everything that pertains to the health care of her patients. Recognizing the difference between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist is the first step when finding the right dentist for your little one. The next thing you would want to research is how long the doctor served over a set region, and look at the reviews of the patients that were seen. You want to know that the dentist treats their clients right, is skilled at what they do, and educates their patient's oral health care plan. These are all items that Dr. Rangel excels in.
Certifications help ensure that the facility and people meet certain criteria. Certifications are necessary, CDA certification is the California Dental Association, also known as Child Development Associate, Dr. Rangel is a proud member of the CDA and provides the best services as a Pediatric dentist.
The equipment used at the facility in Visalia is up to date and has the latest in the advancement of dental science. Using the latest equipment allows the patient to save money by using different materials used in treatment. Also, using the latest techniques allows you to save time with each patient care vs using the old treatment options. X-rays are used at this facility to check if patients have any problems like cavities and can be easily fixed if caught on time. X-rays have changed from the 2000s as they are now digital and almost instantaneous.
One of the most common treatments is filling cavities and there is a new technique that offers to fill without injections. This option allows children to get the treatment they desperately need and with minimal pain. Using the latest equipment allows the patient to be most comfortable and safe while receiving any type of treatment offered. Using the latest techniques to make your little one is safe, healthy, and comfortable --this is a top priority for Dr. Rangel’s. Assessable equipment in an all-in-one location with a knowledgeable staff is great for emergencies. There is a certain age group, from 1-13 years old, where children’s teeth are being replaced by their permanent teeth and need special attention to the new teeth growing.
Maintaining oral health is essential, especially when dealing with infants, toddlers, children, and teens due to their newly forming teeth. So you want to have a pediatric dentist who is knowledgeable and has recent certifications ensuring they are the best. Showing your children from a young age the importance of your keeping your teeth clean by keeping your annual check-ups to help avoid cavities and gum disease. Scheduling appointments sometimes bi-annual or at least every six months allows your child to get used to the routine of getting their teeth checked and creates a friendly trusting relationship with their dentist. Also, being able to schedule those emergencies appointments with a fast convenient staff that understands accidents will happen when children are playing rough, contact sports, or falling. Being a CDA certified member ensures that your child’s special needs will be met regardless of mental, physical, or medical disability. We have a team that is certified to help any child with special needs to have good oral health and have a bright smile for a long time to come.
By keeping your child’s smile healthy you also help minimize diseases that can cause major health problems like hear dieases and many others. Education in nutrition, technique on how to keep your teeth clean, and limit sugar intake can help reduce the risk of cavities. The most recent advancement in dental science technology is used by Dr. Rangel's skilled hands with the utmost care when treating any patient in a quick and efficient matter. The first visit, after your child’s first tooth erupts is important for your child. During which you can expect to fill out paperwork describing your child’s eating patterns and other health-related questions.
At the first initial visit, the staff will show you the latest techniques to clean your child’s mouth to avoid cavities. She will provide you with information on how you can help you child develop healthy little smiles, ways to prevent painful cavities, and what to do in emergency tooth situations. Call us today and learn why hundreds of children have chosen us as their pediatric dentist in Visalia.