- Dental ExaminationWe will examine your child’s teeth and gums, do a professional cleaning, take any necessary radiographs and educate your child on how to remove plaque from their teeth and gums. Take advantage of the opportunity to discuss the best ways to help your child develop good dental habits. Benefit from your child learning the importance of a healthy smile early in life, so they can enjoy healthy teeth and gums as adults.
- Teeth Cleaning
- Dental SealantsWe provide one-year-old dental visits to start your baby's dental journey with joy and confidence. After that, we encourage follow-up routine care every six months. Ask us about sealants!
- Space MaintainersIf your child loses a tooth prematurely, we can fit them with a comfortable appliance that holds the space open for the permanent tooth until it appears. Known as a space maintainer, they can be fixed in place or removable, depending on your child’s needs.
- FillingsTooth-colored fillings look more natural, restore most of the original strength of the tooth, and reduce sensitivity associated with amalgam fillings. Your child can enjoy a natural-looking, bright smile!
- CrownsDental crowns are restorations that cover and protect the teeth, restoring them to their normal size and shape and strengthening them to prevent further damage. We offer two types of pediatric dental crowns: stainless steel and tooth-colored crowns. Tooth-colored crowns are commonly used for restoring visible front and back teeth. As they match the color of natural teeth, these crowns are more cosmetically pleasing. Stainless steel crowns are often used on molars. Both options are durable and flex with the tooth while your child is chewing.
- Root Canal Treatment
- DenturesA partial denture (aka kiddy partial) not only replaces a missing baby tooth, but it also prevents the surrounding teeth from shifting into the gap. This ensures the normal structure of the teeth and mouth can be maintained and it prevents any impact on speech development. Partial dentures are custom-made, so they will fit perfectly and comfortably for your child. Dentures will also blend in with your child’s natural teeth to keep their smile shining bright.
- Tooth Extractions
- OrthodonticsAt one time, children were referred to orthodontists only after all of their primary teeth had fallen out. Now, with the availability of early-intervention orthodontics, Pediatric Dental Specialists of Greater Nebraska works with children as young as seven who are good candidates for early treatment. Please contact our Hastings and Grand Island offices to schedule an appointment.
- Invisalign OrthodonticsWe offer Invisalign along with traditional braces to create the perfect solution tailored for your child’s dental needs. Because we offer both and understand the individual strengths of each, you can be confident we will advise the best treatment plan for your child.
- BracesBraces straighten your child's teeth by attaching brackets to each tooth and applying a constant, gentle force in a carefully controlled direction so that teeth shift into the proper position. They can be used to straighten crooked, overcrowded, or overlapping teeth, as well as to correct bite problems like overbites and underbites.
- Teeth WhiteningIn-office whitening can be performed with a light or laser, or by using bleaching gel. If you opt for the latter, we will first make special bleaching trays along with gel that can be applied as directed at home to your child’s teeth. Giving your teen a tooth whitening treatment will allow them to enjoy important moments like prom and senior pictures with confidence.
- Cosmetic DentistryAt one time, amalgam (silver) fillings were your only option. Now, your child can take advantage of the latest advancements in cosmetic dentistry with composite (tooth-colored) fillings. Composite fillings, which match the color and physical appearance of your child’s natural teeth, are a preferred option for restorations. As long as the fillings are relatively small, they can also be used on molars and other chewing surfaces. Your child can enjoy a natural-looking, bright smile!