Pediatric Dentistry

Your child should be scheduled for check-ups once every six months. However, your dentist may recommend more visits depending on your child’s personal oral health.

A child’s diet is a major factor concerning tooth decay. Teeth are at risk for decay as soon as the first tooth erupts. An early examination evaluates your child’s risk of developing an oral disease using a caries risk assessment.

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry suggests that a child should visits the dentist no later than his first birthday. A child should be examined by the dentist as soon as his first tooth erupts, usually between six to twelve months.

X-rays will help determine whether your child’s teeth and jaw are healthy and aligned. It is a safe procedure. It is recommended that a child gets his x-rays taken at an early age in order for his dentist to examine and devise ways to prevent future dental problems.