Hospital Dentistry in Malvern, PA
WHAT IS HOSPITAL DENTISTRY?
Hospital dentistry offers cutting-edge treatments in a medical setting for children with special needs or complex medical conditions. A team of compassionate dental specialists works with your child to provide safe and comprehensive care, including restorative and surgical procedures. Hospital dentistry not only accommodates your child’s specific needs, but it also ensures that their oral health thrives for life.
DID YOU KNOW?
Your child’s dentist works closely with medical professionals to provide coordinated and comprehensive care.
BOARD CERTIFIED PEDIATRIC DENTIST
Rest assured that your child is receiving top-notch, specialized care with our Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist. To be recognized by The American Board of Pediatric Dentistry, doctors must undergo extensive training in the pediatric field in addition to their standard dental degrees.
EXPERT REFERRAL PARTNERS
When it comes to their oral health, your child deserves the best! That's why we partner with top-notch providers in the area to ensure your little one receives expert care.
PROVIDING CARE AT CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF PHILADELPHIA
We’re proud to work with the world-class medical professionals at Children's Hospital of Philadelphia to provide kids with the quality dental care they deserve.
THE BENEFITS OF HOSPITAL DENTISTRY
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Your child’s dentist works with your child’s medical team to provide truly comprehensive care that can improve their oral health, quality of life, and overall well-being.
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Hospital dentistry provides a safe, soothing, and controlled environment for your child, no matter their oral health needs.
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Your child’s dentist and their medical team specialize in providing personalized care to children with complex needs, such as physical, developmental, or intellectual disabilities.
THE HOSPITAL DENTISTRY TREATMENT PROCESS
EVALUATION & PLANNING
Your child’s dentist will first review their medical and dental history, perform a comprehensive oral examination, and develop a customized treatment plan based on your child's unique needs. They will work closely with your child’s medical team to finalize treatment plan details.
PROCEDURE
Next, your child’s dentist will move forward with the treatment plan. This may include restorative procedures, such as fillings or crowns, surgical procedures, or other specialized treatments that address your child's needs.
FOLLOW-UP
The final step in the treatment process is the follow-up care phase. Your child’s dentist will continue to work closely with your child's primary care provider to ensure that their oral health needs are met, and any necessary follow-up care is provided. This may include routine check-ups, preventive care, or additional treatments.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
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General anesthesia may be recommended for your child for several reasons. Most commonly, general anesthesia is recommended when a child is very young, very fearful, uncooperative, or has special circumstances that will not allow them to cooperate for needed treatment. Treatment under general anesthesia in a hospital setting may also be required for a child with special needs that require collaboration with other medical specialists and an overnight stay at the hospital. It is our goal to provide safe, excellent care, and to provide a non-traumatic experience for our patients.
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The recovery time after your child’s procedure will depend on the specific treatment received and your child's unique needs. Your child’s dentist will provide you and the medical team with detailed postoperative instructions to ensure that your child recovers as quickly and comfortably as possible.Certain medications can influence treatment decisions or may impact post-operative care instructions. It’s important that you share a list of medications your child uses, so our team can provide oral care recommendations that work around your child’s medical needs.
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Yes. Your child’s dentist is specially trained to provide safe and effective sedation options for children. They will carefully evaluate your child's medical history and other risk factors before determining the appropriate level of sedation for the procedure.