Pediatric Dentistry in West Austin
Parents most likely are aware of the importance of early detection and treatment of any type of dental condition. In fact, the earlier a parent’s child comes in for an appointment, the more comfortable they will feel when they visit the office.
The first dental appointment should take place right around the child’s first birthday so that they become familiar with routine dental care as early as possible.
Years ago, no one believed that pediatric dentistry was even necessary—after all they’re not called “baby teeth” for nothing. However, today the staff at Carr & Smith Dental knows the importance of beginning proper oral health care as early as possible to prevent small problems from becoming larger and more costly ones.
What Parents Need to Know
At Carr & Smith Dental, parents and their children are educated about the importance of:
- Proper oral hygiene during pregnancy - for a mom and for her developing baby.
- Caring for baby teeth to foster good habits and to protect secondary teeth.
- Bringing in Baby for a first dental visit and maintaining a proper oral hygiene schedule to prevent tooth decay from occurring in the first place.
- Addressing tooth decay, even in baby teeth.
- Fillings for baby teeth and the need for crowns, if required.
- Maintaining the space for a permanent tooth when a baby tooth falls out prematurely.
- Correcting any tooth that is chipped or broken.
- Special appliances that prevent a child from grinding their teeth while they sleep.
- How to have a pain free, no-stress dental experience that will keep kids comfortable and relaxed.
Book an Appointment
Dr. Smith and his team are every bit as concerned about children’s dental health as the parents are. Teeth are meant to last a lifetime and the practice team is committed to ensuring that they do, right from the time that a child’s first teeth appear!
Contact the practice today to schedule your child’s visit!
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