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Timmy the Tooth

SOUTHERN UTAH'S PREMIER PEDIATRIC DENTAL TEAM

FAQ List

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1. When should my child first see a dentist?

First time to the dentist

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2. How often should kids get dental checkups?

Teeth cleanings and more

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3. How do I schedule an appointment?

Scheduling and Insurance

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4. Are baby teeth really that important?

Importance of Baby Teeth

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5. What happens during a child’s first dental visit?

Kids First Checkup

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6. How do I prepare my toddler for the dentist?

Preparation for Dental Visit

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7. Why does my child have cavities even though we brush?

What Happens If Your Child Has a Cavity

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8. How long does a typical visit take?

Dentist Appointments

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9. Can I schedule multiple children at the same time and appointment day?

Multiple Appointments

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10. What should I bring to my child’s first appointment?

Things You Need

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11. Are there forms I need to fill out before our visit?

Forms & Paperwork

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12. What if happens if my check doesn’t clear?

Returned Check Policy

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13. What happens if I miss or cancel the appointment?

Cancellation Policy

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14. What if my child is scared of the dentist?

Making Kids Feel Comfortable

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15. Do you treat children with special needs?

Special Needs Children

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16. My child is very anxious—what can I do to help?

Anxious Behavior

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17. How do you help kids who won’t sit still?

Positive Reinforcement

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18. Can my child bring a comfort toy?

Bringing Toys

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19. What should my child eat or drink before a visit?

What to Eat Before Appointment

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20. Can parents stay in the room during treatment?

Can Parents Come In Room?

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21. What if my child cries during the appointment?

Crying Children

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22. Do you offer fluoride treatments or sealants?

Fluoride Treatments

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23. What if my child needs a filling, crown or root canal?

Fillings, Crowns and More!

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24. Do you do X-Rays, and are they safe?

X-Rays for Children

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25. Is sedation dentistry safe for children?

Sedation Safety

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26. What types of sedation do you offer?

Oral Sedation

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27. When is sedation recommended for kids?

Sedation Recommendations

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28. How do I prepare my child for sedation?

Preparing for Sedation

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29. Will my child be asleep during the procedure?

Sedation Options

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30. How long does sedation last?

Sedation Timeline

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31. What should I expect after sedation?

Post Sedation Instructions

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32. What are the risks of pediatric sedation?

Sedation Risks & Benefits

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33. How do you make sedation a positive experience?

Child Friendly Sedation

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34. What happens if I need to cancel the sedation appointment?

Sedation Cancellation

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35. What is a lip tie?

Lip Ties

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36. What are the signs of a tongue tie?

Tongue Ties

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37. Does a tongue tie affect speech or feeding?

Tongue Ties & Speech

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38. How is a lip tie treated?

Lip Tie Treatment

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39. Is a lip tie procedure painful?

Lip Tie Procedure

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40. How long is recovery after a frenectomy?

Frenectomy Recovery

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41. Does my insurance cover a lip tie?

Insurance Coverage for Lip Tie

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41-A. Does Cedar View Pediatric Dentistry offer lip tie procedures in Utah?

Best Lip Tie Dentist in Utah

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41-B. What is a lip tie procedure for infants?

Lip Tie for Infants

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42. Does my child need a tooth pulled?

Teeth Pulling

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43. What should I do if my child chips a tooth?

Chipped Tooth

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44. What if my child has crooked teeth?

Crooked Teeth

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45. What happens if my child’s crown comes off?

Damaged Crown

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46. Do you accept Medicaid?

Medicaid Accepted

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47. Do you accept most dental insurance plans?

Insurance Plans

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48. How much does a kid’s dental visit cost?

Charges for Treatments

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49. What if I don’t have dental insurance and need financing?

Financing Treatments

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50. What payment methods do you accept?

Payment Options

carecredit lending club credit financing payment plan no annual fees no prepayment penalties

51. Do you offer any other payment plans besides CareCredit or Lending Club?

CareCredit and Lending Club

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52. How much will a specific procedure cost?

Specific Costs

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53. What if my insurance doesn’t cover something?

Insurance Questions

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54. How much toothpaste should kids use?

Toothpaste Usage

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55. When should kids start flossing?

Flossing

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56. Is thumb sucking bad for teeth?

Thumb Sucking

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57. Are pacifiers harmful after a certain age?

Pacifiers

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58. What causes bad breath in children?

Bad Breath

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59. What is considered a dental emergency for a child?

Emergency Dental

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60. What should I do if my child knocks out a tooth?

Teeth Knocked Out

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61. Can a broken baby tooth be saved?

Broken Teeth

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62. Should I take my child to ER or dentist for tooth pain?

Tooth Pain

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63. Do you offer same day or emergency appointments?

Same Day Emergency Visits

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64. I live out outside of Cedar City, where are you located?

Directions to Office

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65. How much experience do your dentists have?

Dentist Experience

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66. Are your dentists board certified?

Board Certified Dentists

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67. Best place for kids dental cleanings in Southern Utah?

Best Dentist for Kids

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68. How do pediatric dentists make kids comfortable during visits?

Making Kids Feel Comfortable

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69. Where to find dentists who use games and movies for kids in Cedar City?

Games & Movies for Kids

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70. Dentists who treat special healthcare needs kids in Utah?

Special Healthcare Needs

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71. Best place for kids dental care in Utah?

Best Kids Dentist in Utah

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72. Why are digital X-rays important for childrens dental exams?

Digital X-Rays

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73. Affordable kids fillings in Cedar City, Utah?

Affordable Pricing

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74. What are your other locations in Utah?

Our 3 Locations in Southern Utah

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