Pediatric dentistry is a specialty focused on the unique dental needs of infants through teens. Our team has advanced training to provide comprehensive dental care and address the specific needs of young patients.

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, children should receive a dental check-up at least twice a year. The ideal frequency of dental visits depends on the amount of tooth decay, unusual growth patterns, or poor oral hygiene. Your child must get professional teeth cleanings and fluoride treatments to help prevent future cavities.

Preventing cavities is very important in maintaining good oral hygiene for you and your children. For infants, it's good to use a wet washcloth or a piece of gauze to wipe away the plaque from their teeth and gums. Be sure to avoid putting your child to bed with a bottle filled with anything other than water.

With older children, make sure they are brushing at least two times a day. It is also a good idea to limit the number of snacks with sugar in them. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends six-month visits to the pediatric dentist, beginning with your child's first birthday.

In order to get your kids to brush their teeth willingly, make it fun! Adding something as simple as music to your teeth-brushing routine can help get kids excited to brush their teeth. Play their favorite song and have them brush for at least two minutes of the song. While that is just one way, there are plenty of options to get kids excited about brushing their teeth.

Fluoride is a mineral that helps strengthen enamel and prevent decay. It has been documented to not only be safe but also highly effective at preventing cavities. 

The greatest risk when using fluoride is with children who tend to swallow their toothpaste. This could lead to an excessive amount of consumption of fluoride, which could lead to fluorosis (a condition that affects the appearance of tooth enamel). We’ll discuss the right amount for your loved one during your visit!

You can take these steps to decrease the risk of using fluoride:

• Use a small amount of toothpaste when brushing your children's teeth.
• Use baby tooth cleanser on the toothbrushes of very young children.
• Account for all sources of fluoride in your food and liquids.
• Before giving your child fluoride supplements, test your water for the amount of fluoride.
• Find out more about what's in your toothpaste.

Baby (Deciduous) teeth are very important. Each tooth has a function. Should a tooth become diseased (like a cavity) and left untreated, the results could be painful, causing eating to become a difficult task and in the case of school-aged children, causing poor performance in school.

Yes,  sleep dentistry is a safe and effective service for those with severe dental anxiety or special needs. Our professional team will discuss all options with you.