Family Dentist Western Hills

When it comes to providing lifelong family dental services for your Western Hills family, no need to look further than our offices.  We help patients have and keep a beautiful smile that will last them a lifetime.

Family Dentist Western Hills – Children

If you are looking for a family dentist in Western Hills for your children, we can help.
There is nothing more precious than the smile of a child. As a parent, you want to protect your child’s teeth and ensure that their smiles last a lifetime.

We are experienced in the care of infants, children and pre-teens. Our goal is to provide an environment in which your child can develop a positive attitude toward visiting the dentist. Our team focuses on giving children a good first experience with an emphasis on good oral hygiene and dental health.

Dr. Khetarpal’s approach is to educate children in a positive and fun manner. To make it fun and reinforce good habits, every child automatically becomes a member of our “Smile Club.”

We recommend that your child should be seen within their first year. Even though your child will not have all of his/her primary (baby) teeth in at this time, it is important to examine your child’s mouth to make sure that no problems exist or will be encountered.

Family Dentist Western Hills – Teens

Personal appearance is a huge concern for all teenagers. With the relentless peer pressure they face at school and within their circle of friends a bright smile can go a long way. Having a confident smile helps their self-esteem and has a positive affect in many areas of their young lives.

While most teens care about the appearance of their teeth, many do not understand the steps they must take to maintain their teeth.

Regular dental visits are also a critical part of maintaining dental health that is often overlooked during the teen years. It is important for your teen find the time to work regular dental visits and dental cleanings into their schedule to ensure that any problems are caught early on and to promote good oral health for the rest of their lives.

Family Dentist Western Hills – Adults

The key to keeping a bright, healthy smile throughout your adult years is to practice proper oral hygiene and see the dentist regularly. Even adults can get cavities and gum disease that can lead to serious and expensive health issues.

Throughout your adult life, it’s important to continue to brush twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste, floss daily to remove plaque from between your teeth and under your gumline, and limit sugary or starchy foods, especially sticky snacks.

As you advance in years, dental care becomes more important. Gum disease, cavities around old fillings, tooth sensitivity and damage to aging teeth can become more common.

There are many solutions to these problems but it is critical to your oral and overall health to take care of them before they become major issues. Preventive dentistry is very important.

Family Dentist Western Hills – Seniors

Your teeth can last a lifetime with proper care and regular dental checkups. No matter what your age, you can keep your teeth and gums healthy by seeing Dr. Khetarpal regularly for professional cleanings and checkups.

As a seasoned adult, even if you brush and floss regularly, you may face certain issues in your later years when it comes to your oral health. Wearing dentures, taking medications and general health conditions are some of the issues many seniors face.

Most adults can keep their natural teeth all of their lives. But with less saliva to wash away bacteria, your teeth and gums become slightly more vulnerable to decay and infection. If you’ve lost most or all of your natural teeth, you might use dentures or dental implants as a replacement.

Some older adults experience dry mouth (xerostomia), which can lead to tooth decay and infection. Dry mouth can also make speaking, swallowing and tasting difficult. Oral cancer is more common among older adults. Dr. Khetarpal checks for oral cancer when you go for regular cleanings and checkups.