Should I take my child to a pediatric dentist?
This depends on several things. If the child has severe dental problems that require substantial amount of chair time, then a pediatric dentist might be better. Certainly, if the child has a great deal of anxiety, or a history of combativeness, or unwillingness to cooperate for simple tasks such as a cleaning, then a pediatric dentist is warranted. One major advantage of a pediatric dentist is that they can sedate children at a more concentrated level than the general dentist (oral sedation or general anesthesia)--this is a great treatment modality for children that are very young, require an extensive amount of work or have a complicated medical history. I always recommend bring your child to the general dentist first and then we can make a decision together whether or not a pediatric dentist is needed. Have faith in your child as they may do better than you think!
About Me
- www.nashvillefirstimpressions.net
- Antioch, TN
- Dr.G (as he is known by his patients) is a 2004 graduate of the University of Kentucky School of Dentistry. Dr. Mike also completed his undergraduate work at UK receiving a B.S. in Biology. He received additional specialty training in the United States Air Force from 2004-2005 and was a general dentist in Columbus, AFB from 2005-2007 where he treated many students hoping to become future pilots in the Air Force. He provided a vast amount of services to include routine fillings, crowns, bridges, veneers, partial dentures, oral surgery, IV sedation, root canals and many other procedures. Dr. Glasmeier received a distinct honor being named one of the top providers in the entire Department of Defense in 2006. He received an honorable discharge and separated to relocate closer to family and to serve the neighboring communities of Nashville. Dr.Glasmeier is the leading sedation dentist in Antioch, TN and nearby areas. He resides in Antioch with his wife, Rebekah, and their 18 month old girl Ava and 6 week old boy, Ty.
