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REOPENING OUR OFFICE IN NEW NORMAL

Posted on 05.11.20 By AdminRanch


Changes you will notice at Ranchview Family Dentistry. Life is different in so many ways. We are planing to open our office on May 16, 2020. As we know that it will not be “business as usual”. As we return to open Ranchview Family Dentistry, there will be some important changes for both the safety of our patients and the safety of our team members. If you have an upcoming appointment with us, please read this carefully so you know what to expect.


Screenings over the phone or via text.
When we call or text to confirm your scheduled visit with us, we will ask you a series of pre-screening questions. The purpose of these questions is to determine whether there is any risk of COVID-19 infection and/or transmission in our office. These include questions regarding travel and your current state of health. It is also important for you to let us know of any changes in your medical history.

Currently our state is in phase I of reopening. All vulnerable individuals should continue to shelter in place, if you do have dental emergency, please let us know, we will make arrangement to get you schedule.

Sign on Front Door.

We have sign on Front Door. It states if you have fever, cough or shortness of breath, please do not enter the building. Please call us and our doctor will make decision on when you can be treated.

Lobby is design to maintain social distance.

You will notice that the lobby appears different. We have rearranged the lobby to maintain the social distance, removed all the magazine, educational material and closed the children play area to prevent the spread of COVID-19. Once you enter the lobby please wash your hands or use hand sanitizer to clean your hands. We have sanitized pen for you to use, if you need. Once you come in the lobby, you will be screened again with series of questionnaire and your temperature will be checked.

No Companions for Dental Visits

We know that many people bring a spouse or children with them for dental visits. In order to maintain proper social distance, we cannot have anybody waiting in lobby area. We will only allow translator or guardians of underage patients.

More Questions about treatment during this unprecedented time?

Every Ranchview Family Dentistry team member is educated and equipped to answer any question you have about our new methods of operations. Please call 972-869-9090 or email at info@ranchviewdentist.com or to schedule your next appointment.

How To Choose A Dentist

Posted on 03.15.15 By AdminRanch

My name is Dr. Jayendra Patel. I am a practicing general dentist at Ranchview Family Dentistry in Irving, TX. I always get this question, “How do I choose the right dentist in Dallas-Fort Worth”. People are bombarded with so many advertisements and options; they cannot decide which dentist will be right for them or their family.
Not knowing which dentist to choose may be the reason that 23% of Adults and 16% of Children in the United States have untreated dental problems and less than two thirds have visited a dentist in the past 12 months. Neglecting oral health can cause pain, infection, and early tooth loss which will lead to a change in the bite and eventually require much more drastic treatment than if regular check up visits are carried out.
I have listed the criteria which can help you in the search for the right dentist.
• Is the dentist properly trained?
Dentists trained in the United States will have either DDS or DMD after their name. DDS means Doctor of Dental Surgery and DMD means Doctor of Dental Medicine, both are equally trained general dentists. Dental Specialists will have MS or MD after DDS or DMD. The types of Dental Specialists are Pediatric Dentists, Endodontists, Periodontists, Orthodontists, Oral Pathologists and Oral Surgeons.
• Is the practice location convenient to your work or home?
• Does the practice have flexible hours which will work with your schedule?
• Ask friends, family or colleagues for personal referrals.
• Visit dental office websites to get acquainted with the practice.
• Read online reviews. While online reviews can provide valuable information, excessive praise or excess criticism should be taken with a grain of salt.
• Does the dentist belong to the local dental societies, like The Texas Dental Association or The American Dental Association. “Is Your Dentist a Member?”

Once you have chosen a dentist, it is important that you feel comfortable with that dentist. Dentists should listen to your concerns, give you time, give your options and make you feel comfortable. A dentist’s job is to help you manage your optimal oral health and build a trusting and respectful relationship. Choosing the right dentist will help you achieve optimal oral health.

AAPD Reminds Parents to Brush Children’s Teeth Two Minutes

Posted on 11.15.12 By Ranchview Dentist

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), the authority on children’s oral health, is encouraging parents and caregivers to enjoy a happy Halloween by simply brushing their children’s teeth for two minutes, twice a day.

In time for back-to-school season, the AAPD joined with the Ad Council, as part of the Partnership for Healthy Mouths, Health Lives, to launch a historic nationwide campaign designed to encourage parents and caregivers to modify their children’s oral health behaviors through low-cost, preventive strategies. Campaign media partners include Sesame Workshop, DreamWorks, Cartoon Network, My Kazoo! and many others.

According to AAPD President Dr. Joel H. Berg, “This first-of-its-kind campaign unifies dozens of dental organizations around a common message and raises the awareness of children and their parents about the importance of oral health, which is critical, and desperately needs attention on Halloween, and every single day of the year.”

In order to properly prepare for the Halloween holiday, AAPD urges parents and caregivers to visit the campaign’s website http://2min2x.org/ for key recommendations and tips on maintaining healthy teeth on this holiday and throughout the year:

  • Keep Kids’ Mouths Healthy: Parents and caregivers should help or watch over their kids’ tooth brushing abilities until they’re at least 8-years-old.
  • The Right Toothbrush: Kids should use a soft toothbrush that allows them to reach all areas of their mouth.  Remember to replace toothbrushes every three-four months and even sooner if the bristles are worn out, or if your children have been sick.
  • Attack Plaque: Plaque is a sticky film of germs that forms on teeth and gums after eating. Plaque that’s not removed by brushing twice a day can lead to cavities.
  • Visit a Dentist: It’s important to visit your dentist regularly your whole life, starting no later than age one. Seeing a dentist regularly is important for good oral health as dentists can detect small problems before they become bigger and more painful problems.
  • Floss Your Teeth: Kids should clean between their teeth once a day, every day, with floss or flossers to remove plaque and food where a toothbrush can’t reach. Children’s teeth can be flossed as soon as two of their teeth touch each other.
  • Use Fluoride: Fluoride is nature’s cavity fighter and occurs naturally in water and some foods. To help protect teeth from cavities, fluoride is added to dental products like toothpaste. Children two years of age or older should always use a fluoride toothpaste.
  • Baby Tooth Decay Is Real: As soon as teeth appear in your baby’s mouth, it’s possible for your baby to develop cavities. It is important to keep your baby’s gums and teeth clean to prevent tooth decay, even in baby teeth.
  • Prevent Kids’ Tooth Decay: You can prevent tooth decay for your kids by lowering the risk of your baby getting the bacteria that cause tooth decay. Make sure you take good care of your baby’s teeth – this reduces the number of bacteria in your baby’s mouth.
  • Nutrition: A balanced diet helps your children’s teeth and gums to be healthy. A diet high in natural or added sugars may place your child at extra risk for tooth decay
    • A sugary or starchy food with sugar is safer for teeth if it is eaten with a meal, not as a snack. Chewing during a meal helps produce saliva which helps wash away sugar and starch.
    • Sticky food’s, like potato chips, raisins and other dried fruit and candy are not easily washed away from your kid’s teeth by saliva, water or milk, so they have more cavity-causing potential.
    • Talk to your dentist about serving foods that protect your kid’s dental health.

In fact, AAPD has revised its Policy on Dietary Recommendations for Infants, Children, and Adolescents, which can be located at http://www.aapd.org/media/Policies_Guidelines/P_DietaryRec.pdf.

For more helpful tips to ensure that your family enjoys a fun and healthy Halloween, please visit http://www.aapd.org.