There are many reasons why experts recommend that children have their first dental visit by age 1 or within 6 months of the first tooth coming in.
- It helps your child feel comfortable with the dentist and creates a solid foundation for their dental care.
- It establishes a dental home, so you know exactly where to go in case of emergency. (We are on-call for emergencies!)
- The pediatric dentist can provide expert counseling on oral hygiene, teething, diet, nutrition, injury prevention, and more!
- It is important to have a full exam of the teeth, jaws, bite, gums, and oral tissues to check growth and development.
- It helps prevent the most common chronic disease affecting children: tooth decay! More than 21% of American children between the ages of 2 and 5 already have cavities by the time they see a dentist. Research suggests that, for each year past a child’s first birthday without a dental appointment, the child’s chances of getting tooth decay nearly doubles.
Starting dental visits early prevents tooth decay, avoids pain, reduces dental-related costs, and prepares kids for a lifetime of healthy smiles!
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