Family and General Dentistry
All ages welcome at Doche Family Dental in San Marcos.
We begin seeing children for their first dental checkup at age two! For our teens, adults, and seniors we are honored to care for you through every one of life’s milestones. Are you a new patient? Come in and get to know us!
Family Dentistry in San Marcos, CA
Doche Family Dental aims to supply lifelong patients with the most comprehensive oral treatment feasible all in one place. We’re a close-knit dental family that offers oral care to entire generations of family members in Tennessee.
As a family dental practice in San Marcos, CA, we address dental health at every phase of life. Young children and teenagers have different dental requirements than grownups, and qualified family dentists provide extensive oral treatment from baby teeth to adult teeth, including in emergencies.
Like general dental care, family dentistry is concerned with oral hygiene and the health of your teeth. Family dentists concentrate on the unique requirements of kids of all ages. We understand precisely how kids’ teeth transform with age. We also realize that children may be scared to go to the dental office from time to time.
Dr. Doche has a gentle strategy to ensure that children build positive associations with dental appointments. Kids learn to establish excellent dental hygiene practices for a beautiful smile that lasts a lifetime.
What Does Family Dentistry Mean?
A family dentistry focuses on general and preventative dentistry. Some of the most common services family dentists offer include:
- Cleaning and exams: Six-month exams are critical for all patients regardless of age. They help catch issues like tooth decay and gingivitis before becoming more severe. These checkups ensure that your child’s teeth are developing correctly.
- Fluoride treatments, dental sealants, and teeth whitening: Fluoride treatments and dental sealants are great ways to prevent tooth decay.
- Cavity checks and fillings: Tooth decay is a common but utterly preventable childhood disease. The majority of family dentists specialize in identifying and filling cavities and treating patients of all ages suffering from tooth decay.
- Gum disease treatment: Family dentists typically offer periodontal maintenance and scaling and root planing to treat patients suffering from gum disease.
What Should I Look for at a Family Dentist?
The best way to choose a family dentist overall is to feel comfortable with the dentist and staff. They should be fun, educational, compassionate, and professional, all at the same time. Below are some other things you should consider when choosing your family dentist:
- Quality of experience
- Quality of services
- Location
- In-house technology
- Services offered
- Cost
- How emergency cases are handled
What Will a Family Dentist Do on Your First Visit?
Your family dentist will complete a dental exam. In addition to the exam, an assessment of the jaws, bite, gums, and oral tissues to check the growth and development. A gentle cleaning might occur if needed, followed by polishing teeth and removing plaque, tartar, and stains. If required, Dr. Doche may provide fluoride and a mini-lesson on the most effective way to floss and brush.
The Difference Between General and Family Dentistry
General dentists make up 80% of the dentist population and are the leading oral health care providers. While some general dentists treat all ages, sometimes they are more selective regarding the age groups. Family dentists, on the other hand, specialize in treating the whole family. Family dentists can track how a baby’s oral care needs change as they grow into adulthood.
The Difference Between Family and Pediatric Dentistry
General dentists may treat younger children to basic dental cleanings. For more stringent procedures, children often visit a pediatric dentist. Pediatric dental services specialize in dental care for children under 18 years of age. Our San Marcos, CA dental clinic can easily perform other procedures such as a root canal, implant-retained dentures, and basic cosmetic dentistry.
Some parents find it easier to visit the same dentist with their children. In this case, family dentistry is an ideal choice. Family dentists do not specialize in treating just one age group. They are also well-versed in oral disease treatment for every phase of life.
Why a Family Dentist?
Having a family dentist may be the best decision you could make for your whole family. Oral health is critical. Besides having a great smile, oral hygiene reduces infections, heart disease, and even cancer. It’s a crucial part of your and your family’s overall health and wellness.
A family dentist treats young children, teens, adults, and the elderly and provides proper oral care during every life stage. By choosing a family dentist, you’ll build a long-term relationship with your dental care provider. That relationship results in a higher level of dental health.
If you are ready to find out how a family dentist can enhance the oral health of your entire family, then please check out the map for directions before you stop by our practice. You can also check our business site for more information. We can’t wait to meet you.
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Periodontal Care
Gums need care and attention, too! One of the best treatment methods for gum disease is a thorough dental cleaning, performed regularly to reduce and prevent symptoms. For more complex cases, your dentist may use a process known as scaling and root planing, cleaning the root portion of the tooth and removing all debris, and medicating the area if necessary. This is done every 3-4 months until the symptoms of your gum disease are no longer present.
Endodontic Treatment in San Marcos
An endodontic dentist focuses on assessing and treating the infected pulp of a tooth, which is located at the soft innermost portion of the tooth. For patients with moderate to severe toothaches, a root canal may be the solution. This modern treatment process effectively saves the original portion of the tooth to prevent a tooth extraction. After removing an infected tooth pulp, your dentist will place a filling or crown over the tooth to keep it safe and healthy.
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Dental Implant Restorations
We work directly with an oral surgeon who can place the dental implant before completion with a restoration. Next, we will design and mill your custom dental crown for its optimal strength, fit and feel. For patients who have had dental implants for many years and may need a worn or damaged crown replaced, our office can rejuvenate your smile with an aesthetic dental crown.
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Dentures
Dentures are a very effective way of replacing lost teeth for a more functional and natural looking smile. If you have some of your teeth missing, a partial denture can be a great way to restore function to your mouth. However, when you have a full arch, or two full arches, of missing teeth, a full set of dentures if often the best solution. An implant supported denture will give you the restoration of dentures, with the stability of implants. Find out how it all works by coming in and having a consultation today!
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“I found Doche Family Dental about two years ago and I will never go anywhere else. I will continue to go here as long as Dr. Doche has his practice or as long as I have teeth (which is likely to be a long time thanks to him). You will not find a better dentist anywhere in San Diego County (believe me I've looked)."
“I'm so glad to be back with Doche Family Dental. They give such quality care and make a visit to the dentist a very pleasant one, especially after having a bad experience at another dentist office. I really trust them and know they'll take care of me and my teeth. Thank you for restoring my faith in dentists, Dr. Doche."