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What do Great Smiles pediatric dentists do?

Comprehensive care is at the core of Great Smiles. That’s why we offer a wide variety of pediatric dentist treatment services– from preventative care to restorative treatments. We want your family to feel confident you are receiving excellent care all the way around.

Pediatric Dentist treatment Services

Preventative Treatments

Sealants
Sealants are a simple way to protect teeth and keep away decay and generally last about 3 to 5 years. For the best results, stay away from chewing ice or hard candy!

Fluoride
Fluoride is a substance that helps teeth remineralize and resist decay. In Pediatric dentistry, we can recommend fluoride supplements (usually in tablets or drops), if necessary.

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Restorative Treatments

Fillings
When tooth decay does happen, we clean out the bad stuff and restore the tooth with a filling to keep it looking good and feeling strong.

Pulpotomy
Sometimes, our young patients will need a pulpotomy (also called a root canal) for major decay or an injury. We can create plan that is comfortable and effective.

Crowns
When fillings just won’t cut it, we can fix major decay or damage with a tooth crown. This protects the tooth and prevents further decay from causing more trouble for your child’s smile.

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Additional Pediatric Dentist Treatments

Extractions
While extractions are a last resort, they can be necessary for orthodontic and dental care reasons, like helping tooth alignment.

Space Maintainers
If we have to take out a primary tooth, we’ll use a space maintainer to make sure everything stays in the right place!

Enamel Microabrasions
This procedure is where a compound is applied to the teeth to get rid of stubborn stains and discoloration.

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Dental Anxiety in Kids & Their Caregivers

According to research, visiting the dentist can cause anxiety in both parents and children1. A pediatric dentist has specific training and experience in creating a quiet, inviting environment, which is a key strategy for lowering anxiety. A children’s dentist understands that the right kind of communication and setting can greatly help reduce anxiety2.

While parents and children can be anxious, Great Smiles strongly recommends families pursue regular checkups and recommended treatments. Waiting will likely lead to more dental issues.

1 Ollé, L., Araujo, C., Casagrande, L., Bento, L., Santos, B., & Dalpian, D. (2016). Anxiety in Children submitted to Dental Appointment. Pesquisa Brasileira Em Odontopediatria E Clínica Integrada, 16(1), 167–175. Anxiety in Children submitted to Dental Appointment | Pesqui. bras. odontopediatria clín. integr;16(1): 167-175, jan.-dez. 2016. tab | LILACS | BBO (bvsalud.org)
2 Armfield, J., & Heaton, L. (2013). Management of fear and anxiety in the dental clinic: a review. Australian Dental Journal. Management of fear and anxiety in the dental clinic: a review. | Semantic Scholar

FAQ : Our expert answers

Why choose a pediatric dentist?

General dentists are great, but for kids, a special kind of dentist is even better! At Great Smiles, our pediatric dentists have extra training to handle things that are different about children’s teeth. A dentist for kids knows how to care for growing mouths and how to fight problems like cavities that kids can get.

What is the youngest age to go to the dentist?

According to guidelines released by tthe American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, the best time for your child’s first dentist visit is around their first birthday, or within 6 months of their first tooth erupting. That is why we recommend doing a quick check-up (usually 30-45 minutes) for your baby’s first visit. This will help our pediatric dentist to look at your child’s teeth, gums, and jaw to make sure everything is growing well.

What is the difference between a dentist and a pediatric dentist?

Pediatric dentists are like regular dentists, but for kids! They have extra training to care for children’s teeth as they grow and develop. This includes things like:

Taking care of baby teeth
Knowing the right order teeth should come in
Understanding how to make kids feel comfortable at the dentist
Treating children with special needs

Affording the Best Care

Our Great Smiles team works to find the best way to fit great dental care into your budget, with awesome payment options, maximized insurance benefits, and affordable solutions. Our FAQ pages have some answers to common questions about Invisalign or braces costs as well as dentist costs. Or, feel free to contact us for help. Plus, research shows that early dental visits can lower long-term costs, so we encourage families to come visit us at one of our five Great Smiles Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics locations.

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Patient Reviews

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“The best place to bring your kids!!! Everyone is sooo patient and kind. They really do care about your child’s overall experience at the dentist. My kids have grown up in this practice and have absolutely no fear of the dentist. Their manner is amazing. All the hygienists are super sweet, gentle and kind.”

- Amy

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“Everyone at Great Smiles is great. The doctors are awesome and provide great detail when speaking with you. They were able to relieve my daughter’s anxiety as she had a chip in her tooth. She had the biggest smile when she walked out to see me. Thank you for the care you take with your patients.”

- Carol

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“My daughter needed braces and they were so accommodating. Super thankful for an orthodontist that is local and their staff is always so nice. They make it a priority to take their time to listen to any concerns. Just a wonderful experience all around. Definitely recommend to anyone who is looking to take their child for braces!”

- Diane

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“Great Smiles is an amazing pediatric dentist practice. My three kids have grown up under the care of their doctors. It is so helpful to have multiple kids’ appointments at one visit. We’ve enjoyed the consistency of having the same staff involved in their care over the years (cleanings, etc.). They are so caring. I highly recommend this practice.”

- Lisa

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“The staff were cheerful and professional during every interaction. My daughter not only felt comfortable going, but EXCITED to go. We have made the decision to start coming here permanently. They genuinely care about the kiddos they see and you can tell.”

- Crystal

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“I started to have several issues with my teeth in my 50s and did not want traditional braces but with Invisalign I could get the results looking for without the hassle of braces. My experience at Great Smiles has been seamless, extremely helpful staff and Orthodontist exceeded my expectations and I am not even at the end of my journey. I would highly recommend this practice!”

- Donna

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“Every aspect of my journey with them was exceptional! Truly. I was impressed with the practice at my first visit – their professionalism, knowledge, kindness…. But I leave their care even more amazed that they consistently delivered the highest level of service I have ever experienced in any medical practice. As a doctor, myself, that means a lot. Every visit I left their office feeling nurtured and grateful.”

- Dr. Laura

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“I’m an adult patient and have never had braces before! Great Smiles is excellent! High-end technology, great kind staff and super super efficient. If you have put off getting braces…don’t. This place is very good at what they do!”

- Tom

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“My kids love going to Great Smiles! The whole staff is so friendly, loving, and patient with children. They fit us in when my daughter had an emergency cavity that our family dentist couldn’t address, and we had such a great experience that we moved our kids over to their practice for all of their dental care. Highly recommend!”

- Sally

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“My three kids and I have had a great experience at Great Smiles Orthodontics. As a mother, I appreciate Dr. Stephanie’s attention to detail. The staff is always welcoming, friendly, and very helpful. I certainly recommend them!”

- Jessica

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“If you’re looking for a pediatric dentist, Great Smiles is the answer!! All three of my children are patients here. Super thankful for this amazing staff!!”

What do Great Smiles pediatric dentists do?

Pediatric Dentist treatment Services

Preventative Treatments