Pediatric Exams & Teeth Cleaning

Set Your Child Up for Success with Regular Pediatric Exams and Teeth Cleaning

Children start losing their baby teeth 5 to7. So, are pediatric exams and teeth cleaning really necessary before their adult teeth start coming in? The answer to that is a resounding “yes”. Here at Adaven Children’s Dentistry, we believe that it’s never too early to bring your children for a cleaning and exam and that there are very good reasons for doing so asearly as possible. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a child be seen 6 months after their first tooth erupts or by the age of 1.

It's About Familiarity

Did you know that more people rank fear of the dentist over the fear of public speaking? It’s true and it’s very unfortunate. There’s a simple way to get around it, however. Just introduce your child to the dentist at an early age. By building familiarity with our dental team, your child will be comfortable visiting, whether it’s for a regular cleaning, a filling, or something else.

It's About Ensuring a Healthy, Bright Smile

Pediatric dental exams and teeth cleaning aren’t just about ensuring your child is comfortable in the dentist’s chair. They’re also about giving your child the healthy, bright smile they’ll need in the future. This time is also used to help show kids where and how to brushbetter. Good oral health begins in early childhood, and we can help in several ways.

First, we can offer in-depth pediatric exams. We’ll assess your child’s baby teeth and even the budding adult teeth underneath. This can help to prevent problems from things like thumb-suckingand make sure that adult teeth come in straight and true.

Teeth cleaning prophylaxis is alsoimportant. Children still suffer from plaque buildup and regular cleanings will remove that to protect gum health. It’s all about giving your child an oral health start they deserve in life.

Ready to learn more about our pediatric exams and teeth cleaning? Get in touch today to schedule an appointment for
your child with our team!