The reimbursement rates for dentists by certain major dental insurance companies has gotten so problematic in Califronia that the California Dental Association has filed a lawsuit against Delta Dental. Learn more about it.

It’s hard to find an in-network pediatric dentist in Marin these days. Dr. Stephanie helps explain why more dentists are dropping Delta and other insurance plans.

Learn more about the differences between dental insurance and in-house dental membership plans.

Mt Tam Pediatric Dentistry and Dr. Stephanie Hardwick featured in Schoolhouse Spaces from Schoolhouse Electric.

How often should your child brush their teeth? Does it have to be a good brushing every time? Dr. Stephanie addresses teeth brushing and flossing habits in little ones.

Your child’s first visit to the dentist is a special moment. It’s similar to when they get their fist haircut, or go off to preschool/daycare for the first time. It’s something we all anticipate with mixed emotions, crossing our fingers for the best!

Additionally, at Mt Tam Pediatric Dentistry, we are happy to welcome new parents in before your little one arrives! We can discuss what you can do starting at birth to help set them up for a lifetime of positive oral health.

Now that your appointment is booked, what can you do to help your child have a successful first visit? Here is a list of tips & tricks to help you, and your little one

Learn about the safety protocols for Mt Tam Pediatric Dentistry and how the office has been designed to help protect against the transmission of COVID-19 and other viruses.

The intent of this post is to set realistic goals and expectations, because at Mt Tam Pediatric Dentistry, that’s what we are all about. We want to equip you with ideas and tools to increase the chances of a positive first experience. As well as lay out what you and your child can expect from the visit.

This post describes how patients’ health information may be used and disclosed and how to get access to this information. The privacy of patients’ health information is important to us.