Pediatric Dentistry

It’s never too early to start taking care of your child’s teeth. Our pediatric dentists will work with you to create a personalized dental care plan for your child, starting as early as their first tooth. By starting early, we can help your child develop good oral hygiene habits that will last a lifetime. We also educate parents and children on the importance of proper oral hygiene and nutrition and guide how to prevent cavities and other dental problems. Our goal is to help your child develop a lifelong habit of good oral hygiene, so they can enjoy a healthy and beautiful smile for years to come. We offer a wide range of services, including routine cleanings, fluoride treatments, orthodontic treatments, and sealants to protect against cavities and to help your child achieve a healthier and more beautiful smile. On toddler dentist visits, we’ll check their teeth using a dental mirror to make sure they’re all coming through normally and look for any signs of decay or cavities. As they get more confident on return visits, we’ll also examine their jaw and the soft tissues of the mouth and throat. From the age of 6, your child’s dentist will also start to check for signs of crowding or other possible orthodontic problems that could affect them when their permanent teeth develop. We also give children and their families advice about how to look after their teeth at home and lower their dental health risks.

Preventive Dentistry For Kids

As well as checking their teeth, your kid’s dentist may recommend a preventive dental treatment to help protect them against decay or other problems. These might include:

Fluoride Treatments

If your child is at high risk of tooth decay, we may recommend a fluoride treatment. Fluoride is applied to the tooth surfaces after professional teeth cleaning by experienced pediatric dentists and assistants. This naturally occurring substance helps to strengthen teeth against the bacteria that form plaque and causes tooth decay.

Fissure Sealing

If your child has pits or grooves on the biting surfaces of their teeth, we may recommend fissure sealants. These are a protective layer ‘painted’ onto the chewing surface of teeth by your child’s dentist. Sealing teeth helps prevent bacteria and food from getting trapped in spaces that a toothbrush can’t reach.