March 12th, 2012
We Understand Amazonians:
You have a busy life, and we know that it can be hard to prioritize your dental health over work and home life. So we make it easy for you to get the best dental care possible.
- We take your insurance: We are a preferred provider of Washington Dental Service, which means your out-of-pocket expenses will be as low as possible.
- We’re close by: We’re at 5th and Olive, easily accessible on foot, car, bus or trolley.
- We validate parking: Park at Pacific Place (6th and Olive) and we’ll validate.
- Online Appointments: We know you live your life online, so go ahead and request an appointment now.
February 29th, 2012
February is National Children's Dental Health Month, so we thought we'd take a little time to answer some common questions about how to care for your little one's teeth.
Q: At what age should children begin brushing their teeth on their own?
A (Dr. Baker): Usually a child is capable of brushing well when he/she has the manual dexterity to tie shoes. Proper tooth brushing actually takes more dexterity than tying shoelaces, but it is a good time to begin the transition.
Q: My daughter still has little spaces between all her teeth. Does she need to floss?
A (Dr. Baker): Even if her teeth have spaces between them, flossing now is a great way to establish that habit for when she is older. She may also have closer contacts than you realize between her teeth in the back, so starting the flossing habit now will make sure to keep all her teeth healthy - even the ones you don't always see.
Q: I have seen little picks pre-threaded with floss. Are those good for kids to use?
A (Dr. Baker): While regular floss is the ideal, the floss picks are great for kids because they can use them without help. We find that kids are more often willing to use one of those flossers than a regular strand of dental floss. I say any tool that helps them to learn to floss regularly is a good thing!
Q: When should my baby have his first dental appointment?
A (Dr. Baker): I like to see babies in my office as soon as they start getting teeth. We call this a "happy visit" and use it as an opportunity to introduce your child to our office in a non-threatening way. We have lots of fun staff members who are great with kids, an excellent prize box (my kids picked out all the prizes), as well as children's books about oral health and even a multi-layer tooth puzzle. Since dental fear in one of the main reasons people stay away, we want to make sure your little one starts off with a positive impression of visiting the dentist. We also use this appointment to discuss with you any concerns or questions you might have about your son's dental health and take a quick peek in his mouth to make sure everything is healthy and developing normally. After this initial visit, we usually start seeing kids for cleanings and exams on a regular basis when they are about 4 years old.
Q: What are the main dental issues you see in children?
A (Dr. Baker): The issues I see most frequently are trauma (from a fall or other accident) and tooth decay. Aside from the normal precautions, there's not always a lot you can do to prevent accidents, but the good new is there IS a lot you can do to prevent tooth decay. Sugary foods (even healthy ones like raisins, crackers, and milk) can cause tooth decay. The best way to manage this is to serve food and drinks at meal times and snack times but not have them available for grazing during the rest of the day. Milk carried around in bottles or sippy cups can be especially problematic since your baby's teeth will be constantly bathed in sugar. Fluoride is another important way to fight tooth decay. Since it shouldn't be ingested in large quantities, make sure you don't let your child use fluoride toothpaste until he/she is able to spit. In the meantime, we can apply a topical fluoride "varnish" in our office at around age 4 or sooner as needed.
Hopefully this information has been helpful. If you have any other questions, feel free to ask in the comment area below or send us a message!
January 26th, 2012
From your very first visit to my dental office, I strive to provide superior treatment in a pleasant, friendly atmosphere. I thought we’d ask you, our wonderful patients: Have you been especially impressed by our work? Did my team go out of their way to make your day? Are you in love with your new smile?
Whether you’ve just come in for an appointment or your family has been visiting my office for years, I’d love to hear your feedback. You can write a review on my Google Place Page. Or, you can tell me by posting on Facebook.
Thank you!
October 11th, 2011
I have some exciting news for you. Knowing that so many of my patients are on-the-go, I recently launched a new mobile version of my site! No matter where you are…work, school, traveling or shopping at the mall, you will be able to access my website with speed and ease to request or change an appointment, refer a patient or simply view my blog. You will even be able to dial my office right from the site on your phone, all with a single touch.
The next time you are on-the-go, you won’t be disconnected. Access my website with your iPhone, iPad, Droid, or the smart phone of your choice!
September 29th, 2011
All of us as at my Seattle dental office constantly strive to provide the very best treatment in a relaxing, comfortable environment. It is my goal to offer an advanced approach to dentistry, utilizing the latest technology to put you at ease. Have you had a great experience with us?
Share your story with the world!
Just select the "Write a Review" button above to write a review on my Google Place Page. I look forward to receiving your feedback!
Thank you,
-Dr. Baker
September 14th, 2011
Have you had an exceptional experience at our office? Has our team exceeded your expectations? Do you consider our office the BEST? If so, please share your story by voting for my office in The Best of Western Washington. Simply visit the King5 website to cast your vote!
Thanks in advance,
-Dr. Theron Baker and team
August 1st, 2011
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