Pediatric Dentistry
At Children’s Dental Specialists & Adult Dentistry, We Welcome Your Kids!
As a parent, you not only nurture and love your child, you also ensure their physical health, in which oral health plays a big role. Here’s a quick guide to keeping your child’s smile its brightest and most healthy.
Daily Routine For Babies
When The First Tooth Appears
When Your Older Child Can Write Their Name
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What Causes Decay?
Sugars (anything ending in “ose”) feeds the bacteria that secrete acids that cause decay. When teeth are not cleaned well and regularly, decay sets in, causing pain, unsightly discoloration, and bad breath. Decay can interrupt your child’s ability to sleep, eat,or speak. It can also affect their concentration and learning.
Children’s Care For Primary Teeth Is Important Because…
What Happens At A Regular Recall Appointment For Your Child?
01.
Welcome
It’s always the best part of our day – welcoming patients to our practice. And when our patients are kids, we take some extra time to ensure they feel extra comfortable. We’ll speak to them directly, ask them questions, and if they have questions of their own, we’ll answer them. Kids often get stressed when they’re rushed, so we ensure we treat them with patience and genuine care.
02.
Exam
Your child’s hygienist will guide them to the chair and ensure their comfort. Next, they’ll examine your child’s mouth –teeth, gums, and all soft tissue (palate, cheeks, tongue, etc.). If there is a concern, a doctor visit will be requested.
03.
Cleaning
Any built-up plaque that has hardened into tartar or calculus will be removed gently and teeth will be flossed and polished.
04.
Education
We’ll give your child an age-appropriate refresher on homecare which may include all or some of the following: brushing techniques, how to floss, rinsing, the best food choices, safety and the importance of wearing mouthguards, and fresh breath, which is something that really motivates teens to take care of their smile.
05.
Discussion
If we find anything that needs to be addressed (e.g. fillings, space maintainers, etc.), we’ll discuss it right in the exam room, with your child and with you. Our discussions aren’t always about the care that needs to be done that’s identified that day, but what we can both do in terms of prevention.For example, we can make a custom-fitted mouthguard to protect smiles when playing sports, apply sealants to protect against cavities in molars, address future orthodontic requirements, and more.
06.
Wrap-up
There’s always praise to be given, and we’ll make sure your child feels good about self-care and “coming to the dentist,” two things that are so important to their healthy future. We’ll always thank your child for coming into our practice. We are so grateful to have the opportunity to earn their trust.
A healthy mouth starts from day one. Call Children’s Dental Specialists & Adult Dentistry, your dentist in Warren & Chester, at (908) 791-3333 to book an appointment for your child!