Your Family Dentist in Plymouth Meeting PA

The Dental Health Center provides comprehensive dental care for adults and teens aged 12 and older, ensuring continuity of care during the crucial years when children’s permanent teeth are developing and erupting.

Why Choose a Family Dentist?

Continuity of care is so important for families, and your teen is no exception. If you’re looking for a child’s dentist near Blue Bell and Conshohocken, The Dental Health Center can provide your tween or teen with the care they need now and in the future. Seeing your teen twice a year allows us to establish a strong dental record that will help us detect and resolve potential oral health problems now, so they don’t become more complex and expensive to treat later.

Many teenagers resist seeing pediatric dentists when they reach a certain age, perceiving them as dentists for “little kids,” and preferring someone who will listen to them, treat them with dignity, and acknowledge that they are maturing into adults. That’s why we offer family dental care for Montgomery County, PA residents. We hate to see teens “fall through the cracks” and stop getting dental care, because a pattern of neglecting their teeth during these crucial years often continues into adulthood.

Comprehensive Care for Adults & Families

• Dental Exams: Dr. Shock checks for signs of tooth decay, gum disease, and oral cancers, and reviews your medical history. He asks about any unusual symptoms or pain you may have experienced since your last checkup.
• Dental Cleanings: Our dental hygienist cleans, flosses, and polishes your teeth using special tools to remove plaque and stains.
• Sealants: If you are prone to cavities, dental sealants help seal the crevices in your teeth, particularly in molars, which are hard to clean, so that they cannot harbor bacteria that can attack dental enamel.
• Protective Resin Restorations (PRRs): PRRs combine dental fillings with restorative materials to treat small cavities and protect the treated tooth from future damage. Once the tooth is filled, a resin sealant is applied over the chewing surface of the tooth.
• Fluoride Treatments: Dr. Shock applies fluoride to teeth to remineralize them, strengthening enamel and protecting against bacterial growth that produces tooth-damaging acids.

What Parents Can Expect at Our Office

Dr. Shock provides comprehensive dental care to all family members aged 12 and older, ensuring that you and your teen can continue to receive exceptional dental care throughout your lives. Every member of your family will be treated with dignity and respect, and all questions will be answered fully. We keep careful, complete records of all treatments, from routine checkups to preventive, cosmetic, or restorative treatments, so we can reference them years from now if needed. Rest assured that, as a devoted family dentist in Plymouth Meeting, PA, Dr. Shock is focused on your family’s dental health and wellness.

Family Dentistry FAQs

What makes family dentistry different from pediatric dentistry?

Pediatric dentistry is exclusively focused on treating children’s oral health, often from infancy through the teen years. They have specialized training in child psychology and managing special needs. Family dentists are trained to treat all ages, from infancy through the senior years, providing convenient care for your family under one roof.

Can my teen see the same dentist as me?

Absolutely! Dr. Shock sees patients from ages 12 to 100, ensuring continuity of care and a comfortable doctor-patient relationship throughout a lifetime.

How often should my child see the dentist?

We recommend that children see the dentist at least twice a year so that Dr. Shock can detect any concerning changes in their oral health. Regular dental cleanings also keep plaque and tartar under control and prevent bad breath.

Will my dental insurance cover family or teen dental visits?

Most dental insurances cover routine care, including dental checkups and cleanings every six months. Additional services may be covered in part or in full, depending on your coverage limits. Please check with your insurance carrier to determine your coverage limits and any deductibles.