Teen visits, mouthguards and braces referrals
A teen visit is a checkup and cleaning, with the conversation aimed at the teen.
Dr. Chandran talks to the teen first, and a parent joins when the teen invites them. We also cover mouthguards, braces referrals and the brushing habits that slip at this age.
At this visit
The teen goes first
A checkup and cleaning
A talk about sports, braces, drinks and brushing
What happens
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Step 1: The teen goes first
Dr. Chandran asks your teen what they want to know, and whether they want a parent in the room.
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Step 2: A checkup and cleaning
The hygienist cleans the teeth and Dr. Chandran looks at teeth, gums and bite.
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Step 3: A talk
Mouthguards for sports, braces, sugary drinks and brushing habits, in plain words.
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Step 4: A plan
She tells the teen and you what she saw and when to come back.
Comfort, waiting and after-care
Comfort
A raised hand means stop. The teen decides whether a parent comes in.
Braces and wisdom teeth
We do not straighten teeth here. If braces or aligners would help, Dr. Chandran refers your teen to an orthodontist. If X-rays show wisdom teeth coming in at an angle, she refers to a dentist who removes them.
Risks and after-care
A mouthguard made for your teen fits better than a store one, and Dr. Chandran explains the choices. She tells you what to watch for after a cleaning.
How it is billed
Teen visits are billed to your plan if you have one, or quoted in writing first.
How fees work
Questions about teen visits
Can I come in with my teen?
Your teen decides. You can wait in the waiting room, and we invite you in whenever your teen asks.
Do you do braces?
No. We refer to an orthodontist and share what Dr. Chandran has seen.
Do you make mouthguards?
Dr. Chandran explains what is available for your teen’s sport and teeth at the visit.
Provided by a pediatric dentist
Dr. Padma Chandran, DDS, pediatric dentist, licensed in Wisconsin. Her training and board are on her profile.