Our Philosophy

Our Core Principals A. Parents are always invited to stay with their child during all procedures B. No restraining by devices like papoose C. Behavior modification through connecting and explaining with the child and creating trust and comfort

Why Our Approach is so Unique:

Under the care of Dr. Bonyanpoor and Dr. McCormack, most children are cooperative. Both doctors believe in gentle loving approach and allowing enough time for each child in the office to get comfortable.

Dental Prevention

Most dental research identifies cavities as a dental disease, or a condition caused by bacteria, which can be cured and prevented. For these children dental specialists, it is believed that dental prevention in childhood is very important for future health. Much of Dr. Bonyanpoor and Dr. McCormack's research specializes in child preventative dentistry that seeks to cure dental disease and cavities entirely. Our approach to dental prevention includes but is not limited to in-office treatment for eliminating bacteria (sealants, fillings, etc.) fluoride treatment and most importantly, educating parents and motivating kids on how to prevent future dental disease. Both doctors and staff can provide nutritional counseling free of charge Your child deserves healthy teeth for life!

Child Behavior Management

Dental care is known to be one of the most anxiety-causing forms of healthcare, and pediatric dentistry is especially delicate. At Dr. Bonyanpoor and Dr. McCormack's office, we believe that a child must have a positive experience from the very beginning in preparation for a life-lasting healthy mouth. Both doctors first and foremost get acquainted with your child in the playroom and reception area even before they slide into the dental chair. We help your child understand the importance of dental health while eliminating any anxiety.

We Do Not Believe in Physical Restraint!

We believe that this method (which utilizes a papoose board) is neither beneficial to the serenity nor the wellbeing of the child. Physical restraint can cause emotional trauma for children and parents alike and is known to generate future fears of visiting the dentist.

Appropriate Alternatives

Under the care of Dr. Bonyanpoor and Dr. McCormack, most children are cooperative. There are however cases where children are too young or unable to cooperate. In these circumstances, we provide Nitrous Oxide or we offer in-hospital general anesthesia for children at CHOC Hospital of Orange when necessary (i.e. for undergoing more serious dental care). We do not believe in forcing routine dental care. Instead, we aim to help children realize the importance of healthy teeth now—so that they can practice dental health for all their years to come.

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