Pediatric Dentistry

Excellent Oral Health Begins With Good Oral Care

At Smile Care Dental Group, the health and development of your child's smile are our top priorities. We help children establish a strong foundation for a lifetime of good oral health and experience the benefits of healthy, beautiful smiles.

All parents want what's best for their families. When good oral care, including routine dental checkups, starts at an early age, we can closely monitor the development and health of your child's smile as they grow. Preventive care and timely treatment for any emerging dental issues not only help ensure ongoing oral health but also support overall well-being and contribute to a positive self-image.

You can rest assured that your child's smile is in the best of hands at our office. We provide gentle and precise care in an environment that's comfortable, warm, and engaging. We offer a comprehensive range of dental services designed to address the dental needs of children of all ages—whether it's your little one's first trip to the dentist, a routine visit, treatment for a dental emergency, or more.

A Proactive Approach to Prevention

We emphasize dental prevention as the key to good oral health. We provide you and your child with the resources and tools to establish an effective brushing and flossing routine, offer nutritional guidance, and give advice on potentially harmful oral habits. Our entire team strives to make each visit with your child a positive, informative, and beneficial experience.

The Importance of Regular Checkups and Routine Care

Studies show that children and teens lose an estimated 51 million school hours each year to dental problems. To help your child maintain optimal oral health and a smile that's healthy and bright, we recommend dental checkups and cleanings twice a year.

As skilled and compassionate providers of care, we understand all aspects of dental development and are sensitive to the unique needs of children. At each periodic exam, we'll review your child's medical and dental history and perform a thorough clinical assessment of the teeth, gums, jaws, and surrounding oral tissues. We'll also check your child's bite, jaw alignment, and function.

Because it's vital to see what's going on below the surface, we'll take digital radiographs as needed to check for cavities or infection and to evaluate the position of your child's developing teeth and the health of the jaw bone. We'll also perform a professional dental cleaning to eliminate any plaque or debris that has accumulated between the teeth or in hard-to-reach places.

Tooth Decay Is the Single Most Common Chronic Childhood Disease

At every stage of your child's development, we'll advise you on the most effective methods of keeping their teeth clean and discuss the foods, beverages, and harmful oral habits that can lead to problems. While it can be difficult sometimes to get children into a regular oral hygiene routine, we'll give you tips and advice on how to make brushing and flossing a fun part of their daily activities.

Your Baby's Smile

Even before your child is born, your little one's first set of teeth is already forming. By the time your baby is a year old, some of the front teeth will have already emerged into place. For this reason, it's essential to establish an oral care routine at an early age.

As per the recommendations of the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, parents are encouraged to have their baby see the dentist around the time of their first birthday. We'll make this first visit comfortable and informative for both you and your little one.