We originally selected Dr. Mitchum because my 4 yr old daughter was afraid of all doctors, she needed a baby tooth pulled to allow the permanent tooth to grow properly, and she was very comfortable with Dr. Mitchum, who has a soft voice, caring manner, and small stature. The good doc kept her happy and distracted and performed the procedure with zero pain! Our family was convinced this was the dentist for all of us, and we have been patients now for 12 years. I can't imagine any other dentist being better than Dr. Mitchum. I have received great care, advice, and Dr. Mitchum is also conscious of budgetary constraints and advises me accordingly.