Bringing your child into the dentist from a young age is vital in setting up a lifetime of healthy smiles. Children should see a dentist as soon as their first teeth start growing in. We know that choosing a dentist can be hard, which is why we’ve made the answer clear and simple! There are many reasons why Rio Dental ...
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Summer is a highly anticipated time of year with plenty of exciting activities for the whole family. However, even though your child is out of school, it’s important they still keep up with their oral hygiene. Follow these tips to keep their smiles healthy all summer long.
Packing For Vacations
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When it comes to the health and well-being of your child, you want nothing but the best for them. You take pride in promoting their health and development through a proper diet and care from a trusted physician. However, their teeth and gums also require the same dedication. In addition to home oral hygiene habits, they also need a children's dentistry near Irving to monitor the health and development of their teeth, gum, and overall mouth help. There are many options in the area, which can make it difficult to choos...
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Invisaligns are amazing devices that can straighten out your teeth and help give you the smile you’ve always wanted. However, given that you might have each pair for a good chunk of time, it’s important to know how to take care of them and keep them clean since they’ll be spending quite a bit of time in your mouth. Clean Them Since Invisaligns have the perk of being removable, use that to your advantage! Make it your goal to clean them every morning and night when you brush your teeth. Get a soft-bristled toothbrush s...
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If you are the parent of a growing teen or are an adult and have never had braces yourself, but are considering them, it’s sometimes hard to know if it’s a good time to receive braces. Here are some signs that it might be time to schedule an orthodontic consultation at our orthodontist office in Irving, Forth Worth, or Farmers Branch Texas. You Feel a Strong Overbite or Underbite This is one of the biggest clues that tell you it may be time for braces. When biting down all the way, your front teeth should not go f...
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Let’s face it- getting your child to consistently commit to flossing their teeth can be a challenge. We know how important it is in preventing gingivitis, cavities, plaque buildup, receding gums in kids and other important oral issues. But when they don’t necessarily understand the benefits and remain stubborn to flossing, there are some tips and tricks you can use to get them to do it more often. Turn it into a Game Childrens’ imaginations are always running wild. The options are endless for what kind of story yo...
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If you’re considering being treated with Invisalign clear braces in Irving, we hope you’ll come to Rio Dental & Orthodontics where orthodontic care is one of our specialties. Many of our patients choose to get orthodontic care for straightening their teeth and improving their smiles and their feeling of self-esteem. And while that sense of well-being is extremely important, many health benefits go with that gleaming new smile. Poor oral health and your overall health There is growing medical evidence that poor ...
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At Rio Dental & Orthodontics, we talk to many parents who say that toothbrush time is a difficult part of the day for their family. With so many other things to do, taking two minutes in the morning and at night to get their child to brush their teeth can seem like a challenge, especially if their child is unwilli...
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Cavities, also referred to as ‘dental caries’ or ‘tooth decay,’ are one of the most common oral health issues facing kids and adults. Most people will experience at least one cavity during their childhood, and others will face several more throughout adulthood. Everyone’s mouth is different, and the length of tim...
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‘Dental wear’ is a term used to describe various forms of wear-and-tear that a person’s teeth will withstand over the course of their life. Many people aren’t overly concerned with protecting their teeth until after the dental wear process has already begun, and the effects ...
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From the moment I walked in the door I noticed a calm atmosphere, music was playing in the background, TV was showing a movie, their game section and cinema room was nice and clean. Staff was courteous. My child was a scared going in, but happy coming out. Definitely recommend.
The doctors are very friendly and good with kids. If you don't have dental insurance, this is the place to go! Prices are fair and the doctors work on priorities. I was very pleased with the service!
I was taken in quickly by the staff, and Dr. Choi took care of Adnan like I would. Very professional, caring and upbeat personality! I will be bringing both my kids back for regular checkups and recommending my friends here. Thanks for building our son’s trust!
You can play a part in preparing your child for his or her first visit to our office. Informing your child of the visit as an exciting experience for both of you can ease any hesitations. As a parent try to act relaxed, since your child may sense any anxiety on your part.
Explain to your child that the doctor will “count, brush, and maybe take pictures of their teeth”. We also ask that you assume the role of a silent observer. Cooperation and trust must be established directly between the doctor, staff, and your child and not through you. Your child may become confused if receiving instructions from multiple sources.
We recommend bringing your baby in for their first dental appointment by their first birthday, or within 6 months of their first tooth appearing (whichever comes first). During this appointment, we will examine your baby’s mouth to track their dental development and discuss age-appropriate dental care.
It’s easy to make appointments to visit our office online or over the phone. Rio Dental sees patients both for checkups and dental emergencies. Using our online scheduler, you can select the location and time slot that works best for you for either type of appointment. If you have any questions regarding our practice, or simply prefer to make your appointment with a live member of staff, please don’t hesitate to call!
Rio Dental Group accepts most PPO insurances. We recommend that new patients and returning patients with new insurance policies reach out to us before their appointment to confirm coverage. Our Fort Worth location also sees patients who are covered by Medicaid and CHIP programs.
We don’t like surprises, either! Our staff is prepared to discuss the cost of dental services before you undergo treatment so that you know what to expect in terms of fees. The cost of your services will be due at the end of your appointment. Our office accepts payment by cash, credit card, or check.
Rio Dental Group allows patients to pay with their CareCredit card. CareCredit is a healthcare credit card designed to cover out-of-pocket costs at over 225,000 providers nationwide. After leaving the office, card holders will be able to make convenient monthly payments towards their balance. To learn more, visit the CareCredit website.
