Pediatric Dentistry

Pediatric dentistry involves protecting your child's healthy smile, from first teeth to their final adult molars. Another important part of caring for kids is emphasizing education, like teaching your kids proper brushing techniques and the importance of flossing. We use techniques that vary for different ages, like engaging, child-friendly models that help them visualize and retain valuable information.
Because you come in for regular checkups only so often, one of the most important things we can do is help you and your child build positive hygiene habits together. Staying on top of their oral health at home is a life-long practice that will help keep smiles shining into adulthood. Here are some of the services we provide that help protect your kid's teeth:
● Thorough dental exams & checkups.● Sealants.● Fluoride.● Cavity Care & Fillings.● Pulpotomies.● Orthodontic Monitoring.

First tooth, well baby, or happy visits are valuable preventive measures for children. They're generally quick appointments where you'll have the chance to get to know our dentist and ask any questions or discuss any unusual symptoms your baby might be experiencing. Happy visits will also give us a chance to begin the process of creating positive impressions of our dental team with your child. Depending on the baby's unique situation, these visits may include:
● Dental Q&A With Parents: Whether you're a new or experienced parent, you never know what questions might arise. Every child has different needs, and we'll be able to talk to you about providing early dental hygiene, teething, preventing cavities, and so on. We encourage parents to write down questions, and we can go through them together.
● Oral Exam: If we perform an oral exam at your happy visit, our dentist will make the process as gentle and comfortable as possible for your little one. This simple exam uses a small handheld mirror to observe your baby's teeth, gums, and tongue. If we notice anything unusual, we can do additional testing and create a treatment plan to help get ahead of any developing issues.
● Nutrition Counseling: As your baby grows and matures, the health of their teeth and gums are directly affected by the foods and beverages they consume. A good diet can provide valuable minerals and vitamins that help promote and protect strong teeth and healthy gums. Our dentist offers advice and education about encouraging good nutrition habits that benefit your child's oral and overall well-being.
● Oral Hygiene Tips: Cleaning teeth becomes important as soon as they erupt past the gum line. Our dentist will give you specific instructions about how to best care for early baby teeth and can talk about how brushing and flossing needs change over time.

We know kids may be anxious about coming in for dental visits. That's why our team has worked hard to create a welcoming, friendly environment that puts them at ease. From gentle, age-appropriate language to a calm and fun chairside manner, we know how each aspect of our treatment can help to create a positive experience. However, if kids are still feeling fearful or anxious, we can discuss different options for them, like nitrous oxide sedation, which can make appointments a bit easier, depending on the situation.