- X-raysWhen taking a digital x-ray, your dentist will insert a sensor into your mouth that will capture the images of your teeth. While this device may look similar to the film used for other dental X-rays, the digital sensor is actually electronic and connected to a nearby computer. After the X-ray is completed, the image will be projected directly onto the computer screen for your dentist to view immediately.
- Teeth CleaningSedation dentistry utilizes different types of medication to help patients to relax and stay calm during a dental procedure. If your child has anxiety about going to the dentist or has had bad experiences with another provider, sedation dentistry can make them feel more comfortable. Sedation can be used for a simple tooth cleaning to more serious invasive procedures.
- Fluoride TreatmentFluoride treatments are one of the best defenses that parents can take to protect their child’s teeth against tooth decay. Fluoride is an effective cavity prevention method, as the substance can coat the teeth to prevent plaque from building up, hardening, and forming tartar.
- Dental SealantsChildren’s dentist Dr. Steve Pike explains what sealants are, how long they usually last, and their various benefits.
- DenturesMy primary goal in working with children is to do whatever is necessary to have them grow up remembering that a trip to the dentist is a safe, comfortable experience. A good childhood impression of dentistry plays such an important role in adulthood; so many patients who had bad dental experiences as children put off needed dental work, leading to bigger problems and more complex solutions. Many eventually wind up with dentures or complex bridgework, all because they put off routine care due to fear that originated from a bad childhood experience at the dentist.
- OrthodonticsTreatment time for kids’ orthodontics will vary from one to three years, and factors that will influence treatment time include the method chosen, age, and the severity of the case. By receiving early orthodontic intervention, children can enjoy quicker treatment times.
- BracesOrthodontic problems often begin during the early childhood years, and if left untreated, these problems can lead to dental issues later in life. Many parents feel that they don’t need to think about braces until their children are teenagers, but consultations with children as young as 7 years old can begin to discuss prospective treatment options.