Why Your Child Should See a Pediatric Dentist

As a parent, you know how important it is to keep your child’s teeth and gums healthy, and you also know that means making sure they see the dentist on a regular basis. But what you might not know is that your choice of dentist matters, too — in fact, making sure they see a pediatric dentist can have a big impact on your child’s oral health throughout their life.

At SupertoothTM, our team is dedicated to providing the best oral health care to patients of all ages, including kids and teens. Here, learn why it’s so important to choose pediatric dental care for your child’s oral health treatment.

Care tailored to your child’s needs

Kids have different oral health needs than adults, and that’s a major reason why you need to make sure they see a pediatric dentist. As your child’s teeth and jawbones grow, problems can emerge that can be difficult to detect without the assistance of a pediatric dentist.

Pediatric dentists are skilled in identifying these issues as early as possible. They can also help treat these problems in their earliest stages, before they become serious problems that lead to bite difficulties, jaw pain, headaches, or other symptoms. 

Specialized preventive care

Prevention is the key to better oral health, regardless of age. For kids, our team emphasizes the importance of proper brushing and flossing, but we also offer in-house services, like sealants and fluoride treatments that help your child avoid painful cavities. 

Comforting environment

Dental anxiety knows no age limits, and that means kids are just as likely to be nervous about seeing the dentist as their parents. Our team knows dental anxiety is a real issue for many kids (and adults, too), and we take extra steps to provide a comfortable environment that helps kids feel at home and at ease. 

Emergency care

No matter how well you protect your child’s teeth and gums, accidents can still happen. Our team offers comprehensive emergency care for kids with teeth that have been knocked out, cracked or chipped teeth, infections, tooth pain, and other emergency oral health needs. We can relieve symptoms, prevent complications, and restore your child’s healthy smile.

Child-friendly guidance and education

Our dentists and hygienists educate kids and their parents about the right way to brush and floss, as well as what products to use to keep teeth and gums healthy. 

We also offer guidance about healthy food choices that support teeth and gums as they develop, and we can make sure your child gets the protection they need for sports and other activities with custom mouthguards designed for their needs.

Establishing good habits

Making regular pediatric dental visits a part of your child’s routine helps them understand the importance of oral health and also helps reduce nervousness or anxiety they may feel about visiting the dentist. 

Starting good habits now means your child is far more likely to continue to care for their teeth and gums as they grow. Our team reinforces these habits with positive feedback designed to help your child feel more confident and empowered about their oral health.

Building trust

One major benefit of bringing your child to Supertooth: We offer pediatric care and adult care, too. That means your child can continue to see us as long as they like, even beyond high school and college, forming a bond of trust that helps them feel confident in their care at every stage of life.

Prepare your child lifelong oral health

With locations in Bethesda, Germantown, and Gaithersburg, Maryland, Supertooth makes it easy to make sure your child receives the best oral health care for their growing needs. To schedule a visit for your child, request an appointment online or over the phone with our team today.