Pediatric Dentistry

Selecting a dentist for your child is an important decision – one that should be researched and analyzed carefully. Pediatric dentists undergo an additional two years of post-doctoral training.

Pediatric dentists learn about dental problems specific to children and adolescents. Their expertise in this area means that patients can be assured they are receiving the best information from a specialist. Since pediatric dentists focus on caring for children’s teeth, they keep themselves informed of the most recent advances in dental procedures for kids.

As important as the technical training they receive, pediatric dentists spend much of their time learning that children have to be treated differently from adults. They realize that kids usually don’t look forward to their trips to the dentist and they work to make kids feel comfortable.

Pediatric dentists also study child psychology so they can understand children’s needs from a different perspective. From the ambiance of the office, to the caring professional staff selected by the dentist, the entire practice is built around caring for children.

Part of the extensive training pediatric dentists undergo involves learning how to provide quality dental care to patients with special needs.

As children grow from infants to adolescents, their dental needs change with them. Our doctors recommend that children start visiting a dentist by no later than 12 months, or sooner if parents notice obvious dental problems. During a child’s first few years, parents can take simple steps to ensure proper dental hygiene.

With the onset of the teenage years, and the importance of self-image coming to the forefront of teenagers’ concerns, pediatric dentists use various procedures to correct dental problems. Misaligned or decaying teeth can be corrected early on to help prevent dental problems later, as well as improve your child’s smile.

REGULAR DENTAL VISITS + PREVENTIVE CARE = HEALTHY TEETH

Despite the advances in dental procedures, prevention still remains the first line of defense against dental problems. Dental hygienists encourage children to brush and floss regularly, as well as teach them the best techniques to keep their teeth clean.