Most dental professionals recommend that you start bringing your child to see a chidlren's dentist by the time they turn one year old. With regular visits, our children's dentist in Taylor, TX can set your little one’s smile on the right path by monitoring their oral development and addressing any issues as soon as they appear. Of course, we’ll go above and beyond to make sure your son or daughter feels comfortable every step of the way. To schedule your child’s next dental appointment with our expert, caring dentistry team, call us today!
Although your little one’s baby teeth will eventually be lost, they play an essential role in your child’s long-term dental health. Therefore, they’ll need to be taken care of with six-month checkups and cleanings. In addition to looking for cavities, we’ll also teach your child the basics of cleaning their teeth at home in kid-friendly, easy-to-understand terms.
Brushing can be much harder for kids than it is for adults, especially when it comes to the molars in the back of the mouth. Their location makes them difficult to reach, and their grooved surfaces can trap bits of food, where they can attract bacteria that contribute to decay. To safeguard these at-risk teeth, we can take just a few minutes to apply a thin layer of resin called a dental sealant. By literally sealing out harmful debris, your child’s molars will have a much lower risk of cavities for several years.
If your son or daughter has expressed interest in playing a sport, it’s your job to make sure they’re protected from injury. This includes their smile; knocked-out teeth are far too common in athletes of any age. Rather than purchasing a flimsy, one-size-fits-all mouthguard from the sporting goods store, it’s better to invest in a customized one from our dental office. We’ll design the mouthguard to fit comfortably over their teeth while providing as much protection as possible.