Children’s Dentist in Columbus
Are you looking for a children’s dentist near me? When your child needs a dentist, a pediatric dentist can provide the unique care children need. A kid's dentist is the same as a family dentist except that have undergone a two- to a three-year training program after dental school where they learn more about treating children’s dental problems, how to communicate with young patients and their parents, and how to make kids feel at ease. They also study child tooth and jaw development and focus on proactive education and treatments that can help prevent common childhood dental issues.
Our children's dentist in Columbus is passionate about children's dental health. Please contact us if you need an appointment for your young one.
How Early Should My Child See a Children's Dentist?
Every child should see a dentist by age one. It sounds early to some parents, but even if a child has one tooth, that tooth can get a cavity. It's essential parents learn how to prevent cavities in the teeth that appear, such as never putting their child to bed with a bottle of milk or juice.
What Will Happen During My Child's First Visit with a Kid’s Dentist?
You can hold your one-year-old in your lap while our dentist checks if your child is developing normally. You can ask about pacifier use, thumb sucking, and more. Your dentist will also show you how to keep your child's mouth clean. The visit is the ideal way to introduce your child to our dental office and staff. When your child is older, your children's dentist may offer the following treatments:
- Teeth Cleaning: Professional teeth cleanings are an important part of kids dental care. They remove plaque and give your child a bright smile. Our staff excels at making the process fun for kids.
- Fluoride Treatments: Fluoride treatments are a fast, painless way to build strong teeth and prevent cavities.
- Dental Sealants: It's hard to keep the chewing surfaces of molars free of plaque, so many children develop plaque there. Sealants are thin coatings that seal the tops of the teeth so they are smooth and easy to clean.
- Dental Bonding: Dentistry for kids is also about your child having a nice smile. Bonding can repair chips to children's from teeth to restore their smile. Bonding can also repair small cracks so they don't get any larger.
- Fillings: Our children's dentist can remove decay that is causing your child pain and fill the cavity with a white or metal filling. We're gentle and we'll make sure we don't hurt your child.
- Baby Root Canal: If your child has a tooth that is severely infected, it will cause them a great deal of pain. A root canal may be the only way to save the tooth and stop their pain. It's an alternative to prematurely pulling a baby tooth and possibly making it difficult for the adult tooth to have room to emerge.
- Pediatric Crowns: Pediatric dentists will put a crown over a severely damaged baby tooth after it has been repaired. This is an essential final step as the tooth needs the strength and support. There are several options available, including stainless steel crowns and tooth-colored crowns.
- Sports Mouthguards: Preventative treatments, like fluoride varnishes and sealants protect against cavities, but mouthguards protect against injuries. Wearing a sports guard can protect your child's entire mouth against injuries during contact sports or extreme activities, such as skateboarding.
What Are Common Questions Parents Have About Their Kid's Teeth?
- When do babies start teething? Babies can start teething anywhere from four to 12 months. The average age is six months. The bottom front teeth usually come in first. Ask your pediatric dentist for tips for dealing with your child's teething pain.
- When do baby teeth fall out? They start falling out at age six, with the last being gone by age twelve. The first to fall out are the front teeth and the last to fall out are the molars.
- What causes tooth pain in children? There are many reasons a child can have a toothache. Examine your child's tooth to look for any cracks or chips as they may have fallen and not realized they hurt their tooth. Your child may also be getting a cavity, which is the major reason for tooth pain in kids. Our dentistry for children can help if the pain persists. Call for an appointment and our dentist can diagnose the problem.
