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Understanding Pediatric Dentistry
First Visit
During your first visit to our office we want to take the time to get acquainted and gather information. This includes a thorough examination and possibly taking x-rays we feel may be required to make a complete diagnosis. At this time we will also discuss with you the nature of any necessary dental care.
We have ways of explaining procedures to children, being honest and presenting it in a manner that will not frighten them. If your child asks, “will it hurt?” We feel it is wise to say that
Dr. Valerie is your friend and will be very gentle with you. Avoid phrases such as “it won’t hurt” and “that wasn’t so bad.” We want your child to have positive memories of going to our office.
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Meet Dr. Valerie Esker
Valerie Esker, DMD is a 2006 graduate of Southern Illinois University School of Dental Medicine. After practicing in St. Louis, MO in a children's dental clinic for six years as a general dentist and as Dental Director, she became inspired to specialize in pediatric dentistry. She received her Pediatric Specialty Certificate from Children's Hospital Colorado in Aurora, CO in July, 2014. She is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and member of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. She enjoys reading, swimming, traveling and spending time with her husband, Dr. Michael Koch, a chiropractor, and their family.
Meet Dr. Nadareh Naseri
Nadareh Naseri, DDS is a 2018 graduate of University of Tennessee College of Dentistry and an East Tennessee native. After dental school, Dr. Naseri completed a general practice residency focused on patients with special medical and dental needs at Swedish Medical Center in Seattle, WA and continued to specialize in pediatric dentistry at Bon Secours St Mary’s Hospital in Richmond, VA. She enjoys planning any sort of themed event, hiking with her dog (Moonshadow), fermenting kombucha, gardening, and spending time with her family.
Our Pediatric Dental Specialists
We are here for you and your child.
Our goal is to exceed your expectations.
From the time your child grows their first tooth until they are ready to move on to an adult dentist, our Dr. Valerie and her team will help care for and protect your child’s smile. Because children are so different from adults, we take a unique approach to every patient. We treat our patients as if they were our own and we want each visit to be a fun, educational visit.
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