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Pediatric dentistry is a branch of medicine that focuses on the oral health needs of infants, children, and teenagers.
Your child’s mouth changes significantly during their first 18 years of life. As their jaws grow and permanent teeth come in, preventive pediatric dentistry can eliminate potential threats such as tooth decay and gum disease.
Pediatric dentistry is important because it ensures your child’s teeth and gums stay healthy, strong, and free of disease.
In addition, pediatric dentistry provides an opportunity for your son or daughter to learn about the importance of brushing and flossing their teeth while enabling them to build a rapport with a trusted oral health professional.
All of these skills are important to ensure that their smile and bite remain beautiful and functional well into adulthood. By investing in pediatric dentistry, you’re setting your kids up for success.
Pediatric dentistry is an incredibly versatile specialty and can address a variety of oral health issues. The team at Smile Dental offers an array of services, including:
Your child’s pediatric dentist also can perform extractions and diagnose complex oral health issues such as obstructive sleep apnea or TMJ.
If your son or daughter suffers from dental anxiety or has trouble sitting still, the pediatric dentists can administer a sedative to ease their nerves and help them relax.
Sedation dentistry is safe and generally well-tolerated and provides an excellent solution for extractions and other more invasive procedures.
To schedule a pediatric dentistry appointment at Smile Dental for your son or daughter, call the office or use the online booking tool today.
