As a pediatric dentist, Dr. Von Gruben is dedicated to providing the highest level of dental care for your children on the Northshore in Mandeville and the surrounding areas of St. Tammany Parish. We offer a comfortable and fun environment with the best and latest dental techniques specialized for children. Early and routine dental visits as well as parent guided preventive care are the keys to successful oral health.
Dr. Von Gruben encourages parents to accompany their child during visits to learn about prevention and the full range of treatment options available. Dr. Von Gruben is an in-network provider with most dental insurances. Please browse our website for more information and use our appointment request button to book an appointment or call us anytime. We look forward to meeting you!
Dr. Von Gruben encourages parents to accompany their child during visits to learn about prevention and the full range of treatment options available. Dr. Von Gruben is an in-network provider with most dental insurances. Please browse our website for more information and use our appointment request button to book an appointment or call us anytime. We look forward to meeting you!
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Dr. Von Gruben was born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
He received a Bachelor of Science degree in biological sciences from Louisiana State University.
He then went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from LSU School of Dentistry, where he served as Vice President of his class and was awarded the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Predoctoral Student Award for outstanding promise in the field of Pediatric Dentistry.
After dental school, Dr. Von Gruben's love of treating children led him to complete an additional two-year residency program specializing in Pediatric Dentistry at LSU School of Dentistry and Children's Hospital of New Orleans.
He received a Bachelor of Science degree in biological sciences from Louisiana State University.
He then went on to receive his Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from LSU School of Dentistry, where he served as Vice President of his class and was awarded the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry Predoctoral Student Award for outstanding promise in the field of Pediatric Dentistry.
After dental school, Dr. Von Gruben's love of treating children led him to complete an additional two-year residency program specializing in Pediatric Dentistry at LSU School of Dentistry and Children's Hospital of New Orleans.
Our office, as well as the The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Dental Association (ADA), and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) all recommend establishing a "Dental Home" for your child by one year of age.
Children who have a dental home are more likely to receive appropriate preventive and routine oral health care.
You can make the first visit to the dentist enjoyable and positive.
If old enough, your child should be informed of the visit and told that the dentist and their staff will explain all procedures and answer any questions.
Children who have a dental home are more likely to receive appropriate preventive and routine oral health care.
You can make the first visit to the dentist enjoyable and positive.
If old enough, your child should be informed of the visit and told that the dentist and their staff will explain all procedures and answer any questions.
The office attempts to schedule appointments at your convenience and when time is available.
Preschool children should be seen in the morning because they are fresher and we can work more slowly with them for their comfort.
School children with a lot of work to be done should be seen in the morning for the same reason.
Dental appointments are an excused absence.
Missing school can be kept to a minimum when regular dental care is continued.
Since appointed times are reserved exclusively for each patient we ask that you please notify our office 24 hours in advance of your scheduled appointment time if you are unable to keep your appointment.
Preschool children should be seen in the morning because they are fresher and we can work more slowly with them for their comfort.
School children with a lot of work to be done should be seen in the morning for the same reason.
Dental appointments are an excused absence.
Missing school can be kept to a minimum when regular dental care is continued.
Since appointed times are reserved exclusively for each patient we ask that you please notify our office 24 hours in advance of your scheduled appointment time if you are unable to keep your appointment.
For more information concerning pediatric dentistry, please visit the website for the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.
The pediatric dentist has an extra two to three years of specialized training after dental school, and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years.
The very young, pre-teens, and teenagers all need different approaches in dealing with their behavior, guiding their dental growth and development, and helping them avoid future dental problems.
The pediatric dentist has an extra two to three years of specialized training after dental school, and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years.
The very young, pre-teens, and teenagers all need different approaches in dealing with their behavior, guiding their dental growth and development, and helping them avoid future dental problems.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that all pregnant women receive oral healthcare and counseling during pregnancy.
Research has shown evidence that periodontal disease can increase the risk of preterm birth and low birth weight.
Talk to your doctor or dentist about ways you can prevent periodontal disease during pregnancy.
Additionally, mothers with poor oral health may be at a greater risk of passing the bacteria which causes cavities to their young children.
Use a fluoridated toothpaste recommended by the ADA and rinse every night with an alocohol-free, over-the-counter mouth rinse with.05 % sodium fluoride in order to reduce plaque levels.
Research has shown evidence that periodontal disease can increase the risk of preterm birth and low birth weight.
Talk to your doctor or dentist about ways you can prevent periodontal disease during pregnancy.
Additionally, mothers with poor oral health may be at a greater risk of passing the bacteria which causes cavities to their young children.
Use a fluoridated toothpaste recommended by the ADA and rinse every night with an alocohol-free, over-the-counter mouth rinse with.05 % sodium fluoride in order to reduce plaque levels.
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