Starting Off Right
The habits children form around dental visits tend to stick for life. We take our time, explain things in terms they understand, and never rush a nervous child through an appointment.
Because we're a family practice, parents and children are seen in the same office — which usually means fewer trips and a much easier schedule.
Parents stay with their child. We count teeth, look for early decay, and talk about snacks, bottles, and brushing in a way that fits the child's age. If treatment is needed, we explain it to both of you before we schedule it.
What We Provide for Children
- Gentle cleanings and fluoride treatment
- Low-radiation digital X-rays, only when needed
- Sealants to protect the grooves of molars
- Monitoring of growth, spacing and developing bite
- Guidance on brushing, diet and habits like thumb-sucking
At Home with Kids
Help with brushing until your child can do a thorough job alone, which is usually later than it looks. A pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste and a two-minute timer are enough. Floss the back teeth once they touch.
Water is the drink between meals. Juice and milk in a sippy cup all day sit on the teeth and cause the cavities we see most often in young children. If a habit like thumb-sucking is still going on past the toddler years, we will talk about it without making a fuss.
When Should the First Visit Be?
General guidance is around the first birthday, or within six months of the first tooth appearing. Early visits are mostly about familiarity — letting your child get comfortable with the chair, the room and the people.
Frequently Asked Questions
My child is nervous. How do you handle that?
Do baby teeth really need fillings?
Are sealants worth it?
Bring the Whole Family
Book back-to-back appointments and get everyone seen in one trip.