{"id":295,"date":"2023-10-01T00:42:00","date_gmt":"2023-10-01T00:42:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/blog\/?p=295"},"modified":"2023-12-06T00:44:41","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T00:44:41","slug":"benefits-of-picking-a-family-orthodontist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/blog\/2023\/10\/01\/benefits-of-picking-a-family-orthodontist\/","title":{"rendered":"3 Benefits of Picking a Family Orthodontist"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignright size-medium\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"300\" height=\"225\" src=\"https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-300x225.png\" alt=\"a cartoon image of a dentist and family\" class=\"wp-image-296\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-300x225.png 300w, https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image-768x576.png 768w, https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/image.png 975w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p><p class=\"MsoNormal\">For many individuals, visiting the orthodontist can be a little intimidating, a little inconvenient, or something else negative\u2014but this shouldn\u2019t be the case! However, if you\u2019ve got a big family with a hectic schedule, or kiddos who feel anxious about receiving braces, it can become quite difficult to keep tabs on things; how are you supposed to keep track of all these logistics? By visiting a family orthodontist, of course! Continue reading below to learn more about why finding a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/pediatric-dentistry.html\">family orthodontist<\/a> for you and your family might be in your best interest\u2014these benefits speak for themselves! <\/p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<!--more-->\n\n\n\n<p><p class=\"MsoNormal\"><\/p><h2>1. Simplified Care Under One Roof<\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">One of the most convenient benefits of choosing a family orthodontist is that it simplifies care for your family\u2014with services for younger kids, teens, and adults alike, everyone can achieve the perfectly straight smile they desire that also boasts numerous dental health benefits. This is also undeniably convenient, as it eliminates the need to visit other providers in different places and allows you the option to schedule all of your family\u2019s appointments together. <\/p><h2>2. Accurate Recordkeeping <\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">The bottom line is that it\u2019s infinitely simpler for your orthodontist and their team to keep track of your family\u2019s history and orthodontic records if everything happens in the same office and everyone from your household is coming to the same place. This also reduces the risk of any orthodontic issues going unnoticed or untreated and makes sure that everyone in your family receives the careful attention they deserve. <\/p><h2>3. Personal and Lasting Relationships<\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">Trust between you and your orthodontist is important\u2014after all, you\u2019re embarking on a lengthy journey with them that involves your pearly whites, so it\u2019s imperative to feel good about who you\u2019re seeing. Building this relationship makes it much easier to have conversations about treatment, and it also helps to dispel any dental-related anxiety your family members might be experiencing. Not to mention, sometimes it can be inspiring for a child to see their parents sitting in the chair and receiving treatment.\u00a0 This might provide your child with the confidence and motivation they need!There are many reasons for picking a family orthodontist, but these benefits make it seem like an obvious choice for you and your loved ones! <\/p><h2>About the Author<\/h2><p class=\"MsoNormal\">Dr. Reema Dhingra received her DMD from the Tufts School of Dental Medicine and is a proud member of numerous professional organizations, including the American Dental Association, the American Association of Orthodontics, and the Worcester District Dental Society. Her practice in Auburn is thrilled to offer a wide range of pediatric dentistry and orthodontic services for the whole family! If you have any questions about the blog or you\u2019d like to schedule a visit for you or a loved one, feel free to contact her team <a href=\"https:\/\/www.newengland-kids.com\/contact-us.html\">online<\/a> or over the phone for additional information or assistance. <b>Telephone: (508) 832-6278.<\/b> <\/p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>For many individuals, visiting the orthodontist can be a little intimidating, a little inconvenient, or something else negative\u2014but this shouldn\u2019t be the case! 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