With preventive dentistry, your child can avoid dental emergencies and oral health conditions. Contact us to schedule your child's next dental exam. At SixOneSix Dentistry for Children, our primary focus is to educate our patients and their families on the importance of preventive dental care. Dentistry used to be a lot more black and white; when a cavity was diagnosed, it was filled, and so on, without much regard as to why cavities kept appearing.
Nowadays, with the advancements in dental research, materials, and techniques, preventive dentistry is allowing dentists and patients to work together to prevent cavities in the first place. Valleau, VanDeven, and Dr. Feuerstein use prevention-based techniques and focus on diagnosing problems early, before they cause a major, costly problem.
This is why our office offers infant oral exams and encourages parents to schedule their child's first dental visit early, before it is too late. Many dental problems that appear later in life start early and can be prevented with routine dental care and good home habits starting at a young age.
By scheduling your child for a routine dental visit, you are accomplishing more than you realize! These regular dental check-ups also allow our doctors to check for any problems that may be present. Early detection of problems minimizes treatment and means fewer visits for your child and less money spent for you. Our doctors and hygienists work carefully and gently with your child using child-friendly terms and activities to educate them about the importance of keeping their teeth healthy.
It is not uncommon for children to have a difficult time adequately brushing their teeth; even for parents, this can be a daunting task. Regular cleanings are important for removing the plaque and tartar that naturally builds up on and around the teeth over time. Clean teeth allow for better diagnosis and early cavity detection. Valleau, Dr. VanDeven, or Dr. Feuerstein will examine your child.
