DALLAS PREVENTIVE DENTISTRY FOR CHILDREN
Thinking Ahead for Brighter Smiles
Parents always need to be one step ahead. Will my child need a snack? Change of clothes? Sunscreen? We take the same approach when it comes to their smile and oral health. With proactive preventive dentistry paired with the latest technology, we can stop early-age cavities before they begin, treat them during their initial stages, and avoid many common dental problems over time. If it’s time for your child’s next checkup and cleaning, get in touch with our North Dallas office today.
Why Choose Dallas Kids Smiles Dentistry for Kids’ Preventive Dental Care?
- Board-Certified Pediatric Dentist Who Delivers Personalized Attention
- Conveniently Close to Richardson & Addison
- Efficient Appointments to Minimize Time Away from School & Work
Dental Checkups & Cleanings
Our team uses the latest imaging technology paired with AI-assisted diagnostics to ensure precise, accurate, and incredibly thorough exams that help us fully understand the state of your child’s teeth and mouth. But we go beyond clinical excellence, ensuring your child is comfortable and informed so that visits stay upbeat and educational. This not only makes future appointments easier, but also lets us provide useful information for at-home care.
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Fluoride has been a staple in oral healthcare for decades, and with silver diamine fluoride, we can treat cavities quickly and easily. Rather than needing to remove decay (i.e., drill tooth), we can apply SDF to the affected area. The silver kills the harmful bacteria while the fluoride fortifies the remaining enamel, a one-two combination that stops infection and preserves the enamel.
Dental Sealants
A dental sealant is like giving your child’s teeth an umbrella on a rainy day. We simply apply a thin, clear layer of resin to their molars, which are the most likely to develop cavities. This prevents food particles and bacteria from accumulating in the countless tiny crevices, removing the source of cavities.
Thumb-Sucking & Non-Nutritive Habits
If your child is around the age of three or four and still sucks their thumb, or if their tongue moves forward when they swallow (known as a “tongue thrust”), these habits can negatively affect how their teeth come in as well as their jaw development. Using a combination of positive reinforcement and small oral appliances, we can correct these habits while making the process relatively smooth, protecting their long-term oral health.
Athletic Mouthguards & Nightguards
Our custom-made oral appliances can help your child stay safe when they play sports as well as shield their smiles while they sleep. A mouthguard from our team not only protects better than one from the store, but it also offers a more precise fit and allows your child to breathe/speak normally. This means they’ll actually use it as opposed to “forgetting” it in their locker. And with a nightguard, your child simply wears it to bed, where it protects against bruxism (teeth grinding during sleep) that can lead to jaw pain, cracked enamel, and more.