{"id":905,"date":"2018-12-08T21:47:53","date_gmt":"2018-12-08T21:47:53","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/?p=905"},"modified":"2025-11-20T19:42:06","modified_gmt":"2025-11-20T19:42:06","slug":"the-benefits-of-finding-a-great-family-dentist-in-dublin","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/the-benefits-of-finding-a-great-family-dentist-in-dublin\/","title":{"rendered":"The Benefits of Finding a Great Family Dentist in Dublin"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" src=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/\/AdobeStock_61997183__1536067279_45714-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"Woman smiling in dentist's chair.\" class=\"wp-image-906\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/AdobeStock_61997183__1536067279_45714-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/AdobeStock_61997183__1536067279_45714-768x513.jpg 768w, https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/blog\/wp-content\/AdobeStock_61997183__1536067279_45714.jpg 800w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<p>Finding a family dentist in Dublin is a great way to ensure\nthat you and your loved ones are getting the best oral healthcare. Many times,\nfamilies visit multiple practices to meet the variety of needs that their\nchildren or spouse has. However, with a family dentist, you and your loved ones\ncan receive the wide-range of services that you need, all under one roof! Keep\nreading to discover the best ways to find a family dentist that you and your\nkids love.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What to Look for as a Parent<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The Dentist<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When deciding on a family dentist, you\u2019ll want one that you\ncan automatically talk to and ask questions. Having a great relationship and\nbeing comfortable with your dentist is always good because it will help you get\nbetter information on you and your family\u2019s health. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Experience with Kids<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Next, you\u2019ll want to make sure that you pick a dentist with\nexperience in treating adults and children. Many dentists have websites that\nfeature the services that they provide. If they list \u2018family dentist\u2019, then\nyou\u2019re in business. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Good Reviews<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>You can also ask friends or family members for any\nrecommendations or referrals. They may have had a good experience with a family\ndentist, so that\u2019s an easy place to start. You can also check out their online\nreviews. While these may not be as reliable as the recommendations you get from\nfriends or family members, this is an easy way to see what patients are\nthinking about their family dentist.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Practicality <\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When looking for a family dentist, think practically. Is the\noffice close to your house or your child\u2019s school? Do they accept insurance? If\nthese are important items to you, be sure to consider them when looking for\nyour next family dental practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Your Kids Look For<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Even if they don\u2019t know it, kids want a dentist who is\nfriendly and gentle. Most experienced family dentists are good at talking to\nkids and keeping them relaxed. You can take your children in for a visit to\nlook around your new potential dentist\u2019s office and to see if your little ones\nseem comfortable in their new environment. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Above all else, pick a dentist that is kind and friendly to\nchildren. The more positive experiences that your kids have early on in their\nlives at the dentist\u2019s office, the more likely they are to visit on their own\nlater in life. This is another reason why finding a good family dentist is\nimportant\u2014it sets your family up for oral health success in the future.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Now that you know what to look for in a good family dentist,\nyou can use these tips to make sure you pick a practice that your loved ones\nwill enjoy and revisit for years. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">About the Practice<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/dr-eric-buck.html\">Dr. Eric Buck<\/a> loves providing quality care for families in Dublin. They know that finding a dentist\u2019s office that everyone likes can be hard, which is why they want you to know some simple tips on how to find the right family dentist for you. They currently practice at Distinctive Smiles of Dublin, and they can be contacted through their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.distinctive-smiles.com\/contact.html\">website<\/a> or by phone at (614) 792-1800 for any questions.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Finding a family dentist in Dublin is a great way to ensure that you and your loved ones are getting the best oral healthcare. Many times, families visit multiple practices to meet the variety of needs that their children or spouse has. 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