Question 1

What is the difference between a dentist and a pediatric dentist?

Accepted Answer

Pediatric dentists are dentists who choose to focus their practice on providing dental care for children, similar to how pediatricians are doctors who specialize in treating kids. We have extensive experience treating children and individuals with special needs, and our office is designed with the needs of kids in mind. Pediatric dentists receive an additional two to three years of education and training after graduating from dental school, so there’s no one better to care for your little one’s smile.

Question 2

How often should children see the dentist?

Accepted Answer

Children, like adults, should see a dentist every six months for a comprehensive oral evaluation and dental cleaning. Along with good oral hygiene at home, this is the best way to ensure a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Question 3

When should children start seeing a dentist?

Accepted Answer

Around the age of 12 months, or within six months of the eruption of their first tooth, your child should begin visiting the dentist for routine preventive care. Both the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry make this recommendation, and so do our dentists!

Question 4

Should I sedate my child for dental work?

Accepted Answer

We provide safe, mild forms of pediatric dental sedation to patients who require some help relaxing during dental procedures. While we prefer to avoid sedation whenever possible, we also want to ensure that your child has a positive, trauma-free experience at our office, which sometimes means using sedation. Please let us know ahead of time if you have any concerns regarding your child's ability to tolerate a procedure so that we can discuss sedation options with you.

Question 5

What age should kids get braces?

Accepted Answer

By the age of seven, children should have their first visit with an orthodontist. Braces are unlikely to be required at this age, however Phase 1 orthodontic therapy, such as space maintainers, habit appliances, or palate expanders, may be recommended to encourage healthy jaw growth and avoid future orthodontic difficulties.

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What is the difference between a dentist and a pediatric dentist?

How often should children see the dentist?

When should children start seeing a dentist?

Should I sedate my child for dental work?

What age should kids get braces?

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