Services
Behavior Management
We try to make each visit as positive and enjoyable as we can. Dr. Majumdar uses confidence building techniques such as positive reinforcement, "tell-show-do", and desensitization.
Although many children do fine, or even better, with a parent in the reception room, we do allow parents to accompany their child into the operatory. If we feel having a parent present is hindering the appointment we may suggest that you wait in the reception room.
Sedation & Hospital Dentistry
Occasionally a child may be very apprehensive, very young, or have a lot of dental needs. In these cases, some form of sedation may be needed. The various levels of sedation that we offer are as follows:
- Nitrous Oxide "laughing gas": is breathed in though a nose mask and relaxes your child. It is an extremely safe way to treat an apprehensive child. It is also useful when performing longer procedures.
- General anesthesia: an anesthesiologist administers the medication and your child is completely asleep. This is offered in a hospital setting. General anesthesia is only used for complicated procedures or on extremely uncooperative or medically compromised children.
Our Technology
Our office strives to be a “fun” place for children of all ages. We have satellite radio throughout the office and flat-screen televisions on the ceiling for each dental chair. Therefore, patients can choose to either listen to music or watch a movie during their dental procedure.
We use digital radiography (x-rays). There are a number of benefits with using digital x-rays. First, there is less radiation exposure to your child. In fact, there is about a 75% reduction in radiation with digital radiography as compared to conventional dental x-rays. Second, there is no chemical waste and therefore better for the environment. Third, digital x-rays can be easily sent via email to your child's referring doctor, an orthodontist, or other dental professionals, as needed for comprehensive dental treatment.
Our office is also virtually “paperless”. This means that we do computerized charting. Computerized charting saves natural resources, creates less waste, and is also more efficient.
Our sterilization techniques are state-of-the-art and we utilize numerous methods to prevent cross-contamination to your child. Our autoclave sterilizer is the LISA, marketed by A-dec, Inc. and manufactured by W&H, and is a Class B medical-grade sterilizer.
We also use electric handpieces (dental “drills”). Electric handpieces are much quieter and efficient as compared to the typical “drill”, which we find to be what most children dislike about dental visits.