Dr. Christine Armenian.
In this episode of The DrBicuspid.com Podcast, Dr. Christine Armenian, a dentist focused on children and their oral health, shares her insights on creating a welcoming environment for children in dental practices, building trust with parents, and why community outreach is critical in providing access to dental care. She emphasizes the need for education about oral health and the role of teamwork in pediatric dentistry.
Armenian also discusses her involvement with Colgate's Bright Smiles, Bright Futures initiative, a three-decade program that has expanded access to oral healthcare and education in underserved communities, reaching 2 billion children and their families worldwide since 1991.
Podcast takeaways
- Creating a warm and welcoming environment is essential for treating children.
- Building trust with parents involves transparency and education.
- Partnering with pediatricians enhances access to dental care.
- Children should see a dentist by age 1 for better outcomes.
- Team dynamics are crucial in a well-functioning pediatric dentistry.
- Community outreach programs significantly impact children's dental health.
- Education about dental care is vital to prevent cavities.
- Children's fear of the dentist can be mitigated through positive experiences.
- Colgate's initiative helps provide dental care to underserved children.
- Developing relationships with families leads to better dental health for children.
