New Patient Visit
Welcome to Mountain View Pediatric Dentistry!
We’re excited to meet you and your child. On your first visit, our team will greet you and show you around our office. We have designed everything with the intent to delight and make you and your child feel at home. We can’t wait to make this a positive and enjoyable experience for your family!
When you arrive, our team will greet you and help your child feel comfortable. We’ll start with a brief tour of the office so you and your little one can get familiar with the space and see that it’s a fun, welcoming environment just for kids.
As a new patient we will have new patient forms for you to fill out and gather your Childs health history. Depending on your Childs age, x-rays may be taken, and their teeth will be cleaned. You’ll meet Dr. Rich and he will complete an exam to asses development, evaluate for decay, and provide treatment recommendations. He will take time to answer any questions you might have.
We understand that the first visit can be a bit nerve-wracking for both you and your child, so we’re here to make sure it’s as smooth and enjoyable as possible. Our goal is to create a positive, fun experience that sets the foundation for a lifetime.
What to Expect
As a pediatric office, we use kid-friendly language to explain all the different sounds, tools, and procedures. Kids often pick up on their parents feelings, so your positive words and encouragement can make a big difference in helping them feel at ease and excited about their visit. Remember less coaching prior to the visit is almost always better.
Here is a sampling of some of the kid-approved language we like to use:
Instead of: We say:
shot or needle …….…… sleepy water
drill ……………………….……. Mr. Whistle and Mr. Bumpy
x- rays …………..….….…… pictures
exam …………………….…… count your teeth
explorer ………….…………. tooth counter
various tools …………..… tooth huggers, tooth pillows, flashlight
crowns …………………..…. princess crown, iron man crown
Feel Free to call us with any questions! (406)205-1900
Preparing your child
We are pleased to serve our patients from Great Falls, Belt, Cascade, Highwood, Havre, Fort Benton, Fairfield, Conrad, all along the highline, and the many Hutterite Colonies near us. All are welcome! We know many of our patients travel a great distance to see us and we are so grateful!