Pediatric Dentistry
What Is Pediatric Dentistry?
A kid’s first dental appointment should ideally be after turning a year old or within six months of their first tooth’s arrival. Because even young children can get decay, it is vital to visit the dentist regularly. At Sedro-Woolley Family Dental Center, we provide comfortable treatments as well as instruction for parents on good oral practices for their children to prevent oral problems.
Here are some of the pediatric services that we offer:
Call us at Sedro-Woolley Family Dental Center in Sedro-Woolley, WA 98284 at (360) 855-0351, and schedule a consultation if you have any queries about our pediatric services.
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Pediatric Dentistry Treatment Options
As parents, we endeavor to make sure our child grows up with the best oral health and a robust, healthy smile. Even with good home hygiene, decay and traumatic injuries can occur and affect the integrity of a primary tooth.
Pediatric dental sealants prevent bacteria and food particles from settling on the pit and fissures of the teeth. Applying sealants, when done alongside fluoride treatments, can provide maximum protection against tooth decay. At Sedro-Woolley Family Dental Center, we provide complete protection for your child’s teeth against cavities and recommend placing dental sealants over their teeth.
Fluoride is a natural mineral that is present in water and many foods. While your child will obtain some fluoride from their diet and fluoridated toothpaste as they brush, a professional fluoride treatment can help strengthen their tooth enamel to prevent tooth decay. At Sedro-Woolley Family Dental Center, we offer fluoride treatment to make your child’s teeth more robust and cavity-free.
Pulpotomy is a restorative procedure that is often performed on the primary teeth of children. When decay or damage reaches the pulp, the tooth’s innermost layer, children experience tooth pain and sensitivity. If not treated promptly, the tooth will develop an abscess that eventually requires extraction.
A child may lose a baby tooth even before their adult teeth are supposed to grow in. While at that moment, it might not seem like a significant problem, but it can lead to more problems if not appropriately maintained. Devices called space maintainers can allow their adult teeth to erupt unhindered.
