Dental cleanings are part of routine and preventive maintenance. They are among the major considerations a person can make to sustain and improve their oral health. In addition, your child’s pediatric dentist can detect your child’s dental problems early on, saving your money on more expensive dental procedures later.

Tooth decay can get stuck in cracks, and toothbrush bristles cannot clean these grooves because they are too tiny. Dental sealants are a type of protective cover that can be coated on the occlusal (chewing) surfaces of the molars and premolars (permanent back teeth) to prevent them from further decay caused by bacteria and other acids.

SDF or silver diamine fluoride is a liquid that helps prevent tooth cavities (also known as caries) from forming, expanding, or spreading to adjacent teeth. Your child’s pediatric dentist utilizes a liquid form of SDF that contains at least 38% SDF solution. In addition, it’s done topically, which means it’s applied directly to your teeth’s surface.

A space maintainer is a dental device used mostly by pediatric dentists. If a child’s teeth fall out early, space maintainers are added to keep permanent teeth from erupting into the gap. The device also helps avoid premature tooth loss in infants. They also aid in preventing malocclusions (teeth misalignment), overcrowding, and other orthodontic issues.

Special care dentistry is the provision of dental care customized to the specific needs of patients with disabling medical illnesses beyond ordinary conditions or mental or psychological limits that necessitate consideration beyond standard procedures. The dental practitioner has been trained in an approach to oral health management tailored to each patient’s specific needs.