Your child's first visit to the dentist should happen before his or her first birthday. The general rule is six months after eruption of the first tooth. Taking your child to the dentist at a young age is the best way to prevent problems such as tooth decay, and can help parents learn how to clean their child's teeth and identify his or her fluoride needs. After all, decay can occur as soon as teeth appear. Bringing your child to the dentist early often leads to a lifetime of good oral care habits and acclimates your child to the dental office, thereby reducing anxiety and fear, which will make for plenty of stress-free visits in the future.
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An Easy Preventive Treatment Against Cavities
Even meticulous brushing may miss hard-to-reach areas of the back teeth. When bacteria linger and exposure to acids occurs, plaque will form. Once plaque hardens into tartar, it is not removable with ordinary brushing. Decay will set in and the tooth will need a filling or a crown for extensive damage. One application of a dental sealant will greatly reduce the risk of cavities forming.
This is the quick and easy procedure: Teeth are first cleaned and sterilized. A thin coating of the sealant is applied to the surface of each tooth. It is clear or white in color and does not change the tooth’s appearance. A curing light bonds the coating to the enamel. And the whole procedure is complete with just these few steps. There are no shots, tooth reduction, or drilling, and it is pain free.
We recommend this treatment to help children and adolescents maintain their natural teeth throughout their lives.
Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL
13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 531-4462
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Kids Enjoy Their Visits
You can be certain that Dr. Baker uses the latest techniques in children’s dental care. His thoughtful and caring nature makes children feel at ease and lets them enjoy their visits. Our team encourages good daily dental hygiene, teaching them proper brushing and flossing. We enjoy all their visits starting at age two and every year thereafter as they grow and change.
One of the goals at our practice is for our children to grow up feeling at ease with dental visits and without any fear. Our parents have been very pleased that we are achieving this goal. We have an upbeat atmosphere at our office that makes it easy for children to visit. We can help you with an active or scared child to make our interactions happy and relaxed.
Baker Cosmetic & Family Dentistry
Craig J. Baker, DMD, PL
13501 Icot Boulevard, Suite 101
Clearwater, FL 33760
(727) 531-4462
TBSmiles.com
