So you've got some questions? I've got the answers! And what I don't know, you can be sure Dr. Boozer knows. He's pretty smart that way.

1. My child's teeth are coming in crooked. What can I do?
Teeth often come in crooked. It's also not unusual to have the lower permanent incisors erupt behind the primary (baby) incisors - which can result in a double row of teeth. Most of the time the situation corrects itself when the baby teeth fall out - or the child simply joins the carnival. Sometimes, though, primary teeth need to be helped out. And in some cases we can refer you to an orthodontist for an evaluation.

2. My child grinds his/her teeth at night.
It is very common for young children to grind their teeth. Often the noise is enough to wake up Daddy when he's sleeping in his easy chair. But tooth grinding is not a big concern, because it usually resolves itself when the permanent teeth begin to erupt at about 6-7 years of age.

3. What types of payment can I use?
Dr. Boozer's office takes cash, Visa, MasterCard, Amex and discover. Beepo only takes cash. And even though we aren't part of any insurance plan, we will file the claim for you. Oh, yeah - checks are okay, too.

4. Is my child old enough for braces?
A child's need for braces is not determined by age, but rather how straight the teeth are and how well the mouth is working. Well... some kids' mouths work a little too well. But we mean chewing. We'll evaluate the child and send for an orthodontic consultation when necessary. Sometimes children will need to begin orthodontic treatment earlier that others to correct more serious issues.

5. Why is Dr. Boozer so good looking?
That's just the way he is. Don't hate him just because he's beautiful.

6. Will I be able to accompany my child into the treatment area?
We have a very strict rule at the office. Parents can sit anywhere - except in Dr. Boozer's lap. If you sat there, he wouldn't be able to see what he was doing. Also, if his wife walked in, there would be some serious explaining to do. And if your wife walked in, well... that would be very awkward.

7. I have a college-aged son. When should he make his first trip to the dentist?
Um... It's never too late - or too early, even. Many people think that dentists don't see kids until they are three. We see kids beginning at 1 year of age. We offer an infant exam to evaluate development, hygiene, bottle-feeding habits etc. to make sure everything is on track for healthy dentition.