Pediatric Dental Care in Mobile
The sooner your children receive preventative dental care, the less likely they are to suffer from tooth decay. As a parent, you want your child to have a positive experience at the dentist's office. Positive early interactions with dental professionals can enhance your child's feelings about dental care in the future.
From a simple check-up to restorative treatments, Rabbit Creek Dental can help you, your family, and even your children receive high-quality, attentive oral health care that’s stress-free and comfortable.
Conveniently located in Mobile, we’re able to see the whole family under one roof.
Your Child’s First Dental Checkup
We strongly recommend that you bring your baby in for a checkup as soon as their first tooth appears and every six months thereafter. Preventative treatment is vital for a healthy smile because so many preventable dental problems begin in childhood.
Some children don’t mind having their teeth be “counted” or cleaned at a young age, but others might need a little more time. No matter how your child reacts, we’ll work at their pace during these pressure-free appointments to give age-appropriate treatments while also making a great first impression.
Oral Hygiene Tips for Children
If your youngster enjoys brushing, encourage them to do so. However, it’s best to follow up behind them at least twice a day until they are old enough to tie their own shoes. Brush your child's teeth for two minutes in a circular motion, paying special attention to the gumlines and chewing surfaces. Flossing between teeth that touch side-by-side is also helpful to avoid cavities in those areas.
As your child gets older and their dexterity improves, they can start to brush and floss independently. We’ll teach them everything they need to know to have healthy teeth for a lifetime.
Pediatric Dental Fillings
Small cavities should be addressed as soon as possible before they get deeper into the tooth. As long as they cooperate, we can complete your child's dental fillings in our Mobile office. Otherwise, we can connect you to a pediatric dentist in the area.
Dental Sealants and Fluoride Treatments
A fluoride application after every checkup is strongly recommended to help combat early stages of tooth decay. Enamel is strengthened by fluoride, making it more resistant to bacteria and acid deterioration.
Protective dental sealants on permanent (adult) molars can also reduce your child's risk of cavities on those teeth. It only takes a few minutes to apply sealants, and no numbing is required.
Sports Mouthguards for Children
With one of our custom-fitted mouthguards, you can reduce the danger of damaged or knocked-out teeth for your little athlete. Concussions are also less likely with custom protection.
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) Treatment
SDF, a minimally invasive alternative to “drilling and filling”, is great for avoiding or delaying treatment-especially for young children, kids with disabilities, and dental phobics. It may be used for those at high risk of decay, hypomineralization, or to treat tooth sensitivity. SDF is also a good option for those who lack access to dental care, individuals without dental insurance or the funds to afford traditional dental restorations, and the elderly.
Schedule Your Child’s Appointment
Dr. Gegzna is very attentive to your child's needs and will do everything we can to make them feel at ease during their visit. You can rest assured that the appointment will go as smoothly as possible, and we'll explain everything as we go.
Has it been six months or longer since your child’s last exam and clean? Does your child need to see a dentist for the first time? Contact us today! Request your checkup with our Mobile family dentist at Rabbit Creek Dental today!
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At Rabbit Creek Dental we pride ourselves on providing our Mobile neighbors with comfortable, quality oral health services that will leave you smiling for years to come. Contact our Mobile dentist today to get started.