Preventative Dental Care
A Lifetime of Healthy Smiles
At KidSmiles, we understand how important it is to protect your child’s smile from the start. Our preventive care approach focuses on keeping teeth healthy, avoiding problems, and ensuring that your child’s smile lasts a lifetime.
The Problem: Dental Issues Can Be Prevented Early
Proper care can prevent many dental problems, such as cavities and gum disease. Without preventive measures, your child may face painful and costly dental treatments in the future.
Our Solution: Comprehensive Preventive Care
We provide a range of preventive services to keep your child’s teeth healthy:
- Regular Check-Ups: Regular visits for professional cleanings and exams to catch potential issues early.
- Fluoride Treatments: Strengthening your child’s teeth to prevent cavities and promote long-term dental health.
- Dental Sealants: Protect the chewing surfaces of back teeth from cavities by applying a thin, protective coating.
- Mouth Guards: Help protect your child’s teeth during sports with custom-fit mouth guards.
The Benefits: Stronger Teeth, Healthier Smiles
By staying on top of preventive care, your child will benefit from:
- Fewer cavities and dental issues
- A healthier smile that lasts
- Developing strong oral hygiene habits early
Book Your Child’s Preventive Care Appointment
Don’t wait for problems to arise. Schedule your child’s preventive care appointment today at one of our two locations and help them maintain a lifetime of healthy smiles.
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Our Preventive Care Services
At KidSmiles, we believe that preventing dental issues is the best way to keep your child’s smile healthy and bright for years to come. Our approach to preventive care is simple: we help your child avoid the pain and cost of future dental problems with early intervention.
Here’s how we do it:
- Regular Check-ups & Cleanings: We recommend biannual visits to keep your child’s smile healthy. These visits allow us to catch potential problems early and ensure their teeth are properly cleaned.
- Fluoride Treatments: Fluoride helps to strengthen enamel and prevent cavities, making it a vital part of your child’s dental health. We provide professional fluoride treatments to give your child’s teeth extra protection.
- Dental Sealants: We apply thin, protective coatings to the back teeth to shield them from cavities, giving your child’s teeth extra defense against decay.
- Custom Mouth Guards: If your child plays sports, a custom mouth guard is essential for protecting their teeth. We provide mouth guards that fit perfectly and offer the best protection during athletic activities.
By focusing on these essential preventive measures, we help your child avoid the pain, hassle, and expense of dental issues later in life.
Beware of Sports Drinks: Protect Your Child’s Smile
Sports drinks may seem like the perfect way to stay hydrated during exercise, but their high sugar content and acids can harm your child’s teeth. These drinks can dissolve even fluoride-rich enamel, leading to cavities and long-term dental issues.
The Solution:
Encourage your child to hydrate with water before, during, and after sports to protect their smile. Always consult your pediatric dentist before introducing sports drinks into your child’s routine.
If Sports Drinks Are Consumed:
- Reduce frequency and contact time with the drink.
- Swallow quickly and avoid swishing it around the mouth.
- Alternate sips of water to neutralize the drink’s effects.
- Rinse mouthguards only with water to maintain their effectiveness.
- Look for dentally-friendly sports drinks with lower sugar and acidity.
