Dr. Terri M. Nguyen
Dr. Tiffany H. Nguyen
Dr. Laura T. Huynh
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Sep
The Importance of Kids Oral Health Care and Benefits It Offers Parents in San Francisco CA
Making sure that your children receive regular oral health care examinations from a licensed dentist is critical in setting up your kids for a lifetime of great dental health. It has been found that the earlier you bring your child in for routine dental checkups, the healthier their mouths will remain throughout their lives. Dr. Terri Nguyen and her team, at West Portal Family Dentistry, in San Francisco, CA, cherish the moments they can spend with your children caring for their smiles and providing education so that they can understand the rewards of a healthy, beautiful smile.
Regular checkups from an early age will help prevent tooth decay and cavities, which could lead to pain and other medical issues. Children who grow up with healthy teeth and gums will be able to chew food easily, speak clearly, and feel confident in their smile.
Checkups Are Great for Parents Too!
Bringing your children into the dentist from an early age (the ADA recommends you bring your child into the dentist by their first birthday or when their first tooth cuts through – whichever comes first) not only benefits their dental health, but you can reap the advantages as well. A lot of parents are new to pediatric dental care and can learn a lot from the dentist. From a child’s first visit to the dentist, parents can learn so much about caring for their children’s teeth so that they may help prevent cavities and gum disease.
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A great example could be where a dentist sees that a child has some cavities due to them falling asleep with a bottle of juice or milk. The dentist can take this opportunity to educate the parent on the following:
- Why this habit causes decay
- Why it is important to encourage children to learn to drink from a cup as they reach their first birthday
- Proper techniques on brushing young teeth
Making sure your child receives quality dental care from a young age can help ensure they have a long and healthy relationship with their oral health. If you are interested in scheduling an appointment or learning more about the benefits and services offered to children from Dr. Terri Nguyen and her team at West Portal Family Dentistry in San Francisco, CA, please call (415) 604-9292 today.
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A graduate from UC San Francisco with a Doctor of Dental Science degree, Dr. Terri M. Nguyen has over 20 years of expertise in the field of dental practice. She is known for her caring and passionate nature towards her patients whilst having a wealth of knowledge and technical skill.
Dr. Nguyen continues to update herself with newer and tested treatment methods and technology to ensure that she is capable of delivering the best possible service to her clients. Her areas of specialty include root canal therapy, implant dentistry and cosmetic treatment. She is also a prestigious member of the American Academy of Implant Dentistry.
Dr. Tiffany H. Nguyen grew up in Santa Clara. She studied dentistry at the University of the Pacific in San Francisco, with over 6 years of expertise in the field of dental practice. She is a member of the American Academy of Cosmetic Dentistry.
As a Bay Area native, Dr. Tiffany Nguyen is excited to settle in the West Portal neighborhood and serve her community.
Dr. Laura T. Huynh dedicates herself to providing the highest level of dental care to patients of all ages. While she has over 15 years of experience in all areas of general practice, she especially enjoys pediatric dentistry and cosmetic dentistry for adults.
A UC Irvine graduate, Dr. Huynh obtained her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the Arthur Dugoni Dental School at University of Pacific. She stays on top of the latest trends and technologies in dentistry by following continuing education courses annually. She is a member of the American Dental Association, California Dental Association, and San Francisco Dental Society.