It’s no secret that we love dentistry and all that comes with helping patients improve and maintain their overall health by encouraging good oral hygiene practices. However, we recognize that the dental world, and its various specialties, can be a maze for most of the population. That’s only natural since most people might go their entire lives only seeing the dentist twice a year for regular cleanings. While that’s great for the patients who enjoy that level of care, for others there might be additional treatments that become necessary over time. When something outside the normal preventative treatment occurs, your dentist might refer you to a specialist either in the same dental practice as your dentist or perhaps a different office. Depending on your particular treatment plan, you might be referred to either an endodontist or a periodontist. Fear not those fancy words – we’re here to help you better understand what they do and how they’re different than a dentist. What Is an Endodontist? Endodontist is a fancy way of classifying dentists who have at least two additional years of training beyond dental school. Their training is focused primarily on procedures related to the interior treatment of the tooth...

Taking your child for their first dentist appointment can be both an exciting and nerve racking time. That’s why, here at Inland Family Dentistry, we do everything we can to make sure your child has a comfortable, enjoyable experience when they visit our office. Of course, as a parent, we want you to be comfortable and educated about your child’s oral health too! To help with that, in this article, we’re going to be sharing some fun and interesting facts about pediatric dentistry that are sure to make you smile and help your child build a positive relationship with their dentist. 1. Choosing a “Dental Home” for Your Child As silly as that may sound, choosing and sticking with the same dentist for the duration of your child’s oral care is one of the best ways to ensure they have a positive impression of the dentist. Not only will this make it easier when it’s time for a checkup, but having a consistent “Dental Home” will also help your child build a strong oral hygiene routine. Another added benefit of choosing a “Dental Home” for your child is getting to build a relationship with the dentist. Seeing a familiar face...