It is recommended that your child visit the dentist every six months for a cleaning and exam. Regular cleaning appointments keep your child’s teeth cleaner than just brushing and flossing at home, and the exam allows our dental team to catch potential problems early.

We understand that sometimes it can be difficult to schedule regular dental appointments for your child. It is never too late to get your child’s oral health back on track, so we recommend scheduling an appointment with our team as soon as possible to treat any potential complications.

It is important to pay attention to the type of bristle being used as well as the size of the head of the toothbrush. We recommend using a soft toothbrush that has a smaller head for your child. Medium or hard toothbrushes can sometimes irritate your child’s mouth and can contribute to gum recession. 

Our children’s dentists recommend using a toothpaste without fluoride when your child is young. As your child grows older and knows to spit toothpaste after use, a fluoride-containing toothpaste is recommended to prevent tooth decay.

In order to prevent tooth decay between the teeth and to keep your child’s gums healthy, we recommend flossing at least once per day. Our team can help your child learn the proper way to floss.

We welcome you to stay with your child during their examination. This will give you a chance to meet our staff and will help your child overcome any anxiety they have around visiting the dentist.

Your child’s primary teeth are very important because they facilitate chewing and function. The primary teeth will also guide the permanent teeth as they begin to erupt. it is important to keep your child’s primary teeth healthy and avoid tooth decay to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Children’s teeth begin forming before birth and continue forming throughout the teen years. Our children’s dentist can provide you with more information on the average ages for when each tooth will erupt.

Our team is available if your child is experiencing a dental emergency. Contact our office immediately to see the best course of action for common emergencies like toothaches, cuts in the mouth, knocked-out teeth, and chipped teeth.

Digital X-rays are very safe and can help us detect tooth decay that may not be easily visible. Our team will keep exposure to a minimum and only take x-rays when they are deemed necessary. We can also answer any questions you may have about the X-rays.

We recommend that your child’s toothpaste contain fluoride once they are old enough to spit after brushing. This is important for preventing tooth decay.

if your child grinds their teeth at night, it is important to speak to our children’s dentist. We will help determine the cause of the grinding and a treatment plan to prevent future grinding.

Thumb sucking should be stopped before the eruption of your child’s permanent teeth. Preventing thumb sucking is an easier habit to eliminate as the child is younger. Our children’s dentist can help you with tips at your next appointment.

Pediatric nerve treatments, also known as pulp therapy, are used when the nerve is exposed after the treatment of a cavity. This will help prevent the formation of an abscess after treatment.

Dental sealants are materials applied to the chewing surfaces of molars. Sealants can be used to decrease the chance of cavities on the back teeth.

Yes, oral health can have a strong effect on overall health. It is important for children, pre-teens, and teens to keep their mouth healthy to prevent future medical complications. Conditions like gingivitis and periodontal disease can negatively affect the child’s overall health.