Pediatric Dentistry: An Overview
We are happy to provide our general dental services to patients of all ages, including infants and young children. A lifetime of good oral hygiene begins at your child’s first dental appointment, and our Laurel Smiles Dental Care team is here to make sure that the first appointment goes well. We want to make a good first impression on your child so that they do not have to fear visiting the dentist in the future. Our goal is to provide compassionate, understanding dental care that builds trust with your child, and helps them better understand how important it is to take care of their teeth, gums, and jaw.
Pediatric Dentistry in Laurel, MD
We look forward to meeting with both you and your child to go over our pediatric dentistry services. Feel free to schedule an appointment for your child or give us a call if you have any questions on how to prepare for your child’s first appointment.
Preventing Dental Fear
By taking your kids to the dentist early in life, you can help to prevent dental fear or anxiety later in life. Your child can sit in with you while you’re getting your teeth cleaned and realize that they have nothing to be afraid of. You can also stay in the appointment with your child to reassure them if it’s needed. We work hard to give children a positive experience in the dentist office. We want them to have happy memories for the future, not ones that cause anxiety.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are an extra layer of protection for your child’s teeth against tooth decay. We paint material onto your child’s teeth, focusing on the ones that are most susceptible to tooth decay. When the material dries, there’s an extra layer between the tooth enamel and the bacteria that live in our mouths. Tooth decay is most likely to occur in children compared to other age groups because their diets are usually higher in sugar and their oral healthcare skills aren’t as good.
Schedule A Dental Exam Today
Laurel Smiles welcomes new patients of all ages to our dental practice serving Laurel and many surrounding communities including Burtonsville, Elkridge, and Savage, Maryland. If you would like to join our growing dental family please contact our office to make an appointment by calling 301-490-7007 or request one online. We accept and file most dental insurance, and offer convenient payment options and dental financing.