Question 1

Should my child see a pediatric dentist?

Accepted Answer

Pediatric dentists are the experts when it comes to caring for children's teeth and gums. Pediatric dentists, like all dentists, earn a DMD or DDS degree from dental school, but only pediatric dentists receive an additional two to three years of education and training focusing on the unique dental needs of children and patients with special needs.

Question 2

When should children start seeing the dentist?

Accepted Answer

According to the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, all children should see a dentist around their first birthday or within six months of the eruption of their first tooth.

Question 3

How can I strengthen my child’s teeth?

Accepted Answer

Regular fluoride treatments, brushing with a fluoride toothpaste, and ensuring that your child eats a balanced diet that is low in sugary foods and beverages and high in calcium, protein, whole grains, and vegetables are all great ways to strengthen your child’s teeth.

Question 4

Is it safe to put a child to sleep for dental work?

Accepted Answer

Nitrous oxide is our preferred form of dental sedation, as it allows your child to be awake and aware as we work, which is important for helping them overcome their anxiety. That said, we do offer safe forms of sedation that allow your child to feel as if they are sleeping through their procedure, although technically speaking, they are still conscious. In some circumstances, general anesthesia may be needed; in such cases, we work with an anesthesiology team for your child’s safety.

Question 5

When should kids start getting dental x-rays?

Accepted Answer

When it comes to dental x-rays, we take a customized approach with each of our patients. Children who have a higher risk of dental decay, orthodontic concerns, or other oral health issues require radiographs sooner and more often than those without these risk factors. Regardless, we use digital radiography equipment, which emits far less radiation than traditional dental x-rays.

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Should my child see a pediatric dentist?

When should children start seeing the dentist?

How can I strengthen my child’s teeth?

Is it safe to put a child to sleep for dental work?

When should kids start getting dental x-rays?

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