School is out for the summer! And while that means a lot of fun is on the horizon, from vacations to sleepovers with friends, it is also a great time to consider booking those routine dental appointments. Summer has many advantages for scheduling dental appointments, especially for families with multiple kids. But for the same reason, schedules book up fast, especially around the back-to-school time period. With twelve offices throughout the Chicago area, our team helps parents find availability. Keep reading to learn more about the benefits of summer dental appointments and contact us to schedule your cleanings and exams.
Summer Dental Appointments Avoid Academic Disruption
Scheduling appointments during the school year means taking your kids out of classes. This can be especially difficult for older students. One common mistake is scheduling appointments right at the start of the school year, which can lead to kids missing out on important dates where teachers go over the plans for the year. Of course, you can schedule appointments for after the school day, but those time slots are almost always packed with other parents and kids. Summer offers the most flexibility in scheduling, which is great for parents of multiple kids. It is much easier for siblings to each see the dentist at the same time when you schedule in the summer.
Summer Dental Appointments Make It Easier to Follow Up
In some cases, a dental check-up or cleaning will warrant a follow-up appointment. Kids might need to be referred to an orthodontist or need to come back for a dental filling. This can double the amount of missed classes during the school year. Scheduling in the early to mid-summer makes it easier to schedule any necessary follow-up appointments without disrupting your child’s schedule.
Summer Appointments Align with Winter Break
Kids should see the dentist twice each year, and space those visits out about six months. A summer appointment also means you can schedule that second appointment around the winter break. If your child sees the dentist in June-July, they can see them again in January-February.
Summertime is Less Stressful
Kids tend to be more relaxed during the summer, which means that their dental appointments can go more smoothly. There is less of a rush to get them to and from places, and the unhurried visits at the dental office ensure that kids can get helpful tips on how to improve their brushing and flossing. It is also less stressful for parents since you are not trying to check them in or out of school or racing to and from places.
Schedule Kids’ Dental Appointments in June/July in Chicago
Dental Town Chicago has 12 locations throughout the city. If you need to schedule family dental appointments, we can help you find a convenient office for you and all of your kids. For more information, please contact our team.