- Dental ExaminationAll new patients and parents meet privately with Dr. Murphy prior to any dental services being provided. This meeting is crucial in determining the most appropriate dental care based on the child’s needs as well as parent’s desires and concerns. For most patients, the initial visit will consist of a comprehensive exam and dental cleaning. Other services may be recommended and Dr. Murphy will speak with you in detail about any other recommendations as well as future visits. He will be happy to answer any questions or concerns you have during this time.
- X-rays
- Teeth CleaningFor new patients with pain or discomfort, our office will schedule a limited exam to address the immediate concern and bypass a comprehensive exam and cleaning until a later time.
- Fluoride TreatmentThe American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), stands firm in that fluoride is a safe and effective adjunct in reducing the risk of caries (cavities) and reversing enamel demineralization (early cavities). A number of clinical trials have confirmed the anti-caries effect of professional topical fluoride treatments, including 5% neutral sodium fluoride varnish. Fluoride varnishes can prevent or reverse enamel demineralization. In children with moderate to high caries risk, fluoride varnishes and fluoride-releasing restorative and bonding materials have been shown to be beneficial and are best utilized as part of a comprehensive preventive program in the dental home. In our community, the public drinking water supply does not contain fluoride and for this reason, some patients at high risk of dental decay can benefit from a systemic fluoride supplement. Dr. Murphy will be happy to speak with you in person about any questions and concerns you may have regarding the use of fluoride.
- Fillings
- Dental Bonding