Pediatric Dentistry in Aventura, Florida

Children's pediatric dentistry is a subset of dentistry that is dedicated to caring for the unique dental needs that children have. Pediatric dentists attend an additional two to three years of schooling after dental school. This schooling allows them to specialize in caring for children from birth to adolescence. Pediatric dental specialist training involves working at hospitals, which provides experience working with complicated dental care. It also gives them training in emergency dental care, such as severe dental issues that require treatment via a pediatric oral surgeon. Children are typically referred to a pediatric dentist by their family dentist or pediatrician. Your child's pediatric dentist will work closely with his or her other medical care providers to develop a customized plan for your child's dental care needs.

Should My Child See a Pediatric Dentist?

When it comes to your child's oral health, a pediatric dentist is best equipped to deal with the ever-changing needs of developing mouths. Since pediatric dental specialists have received special training, they are better able to diagnose and treat any issues involving children's dental needs. Taking your child to see a toddler dentist will provide an opportunity for your child to receive dental cleanings that will prevent issues such as decay and disease from occurring. Kid’s dentists can also give you advice on how to help your child establish brushing and flossing habits at home.

When Should I Take My Child to the Dentist?

Your child should have his or her first dentist visit sometime between the ages of one and two years old. This allows one of our children’s dentists to examine the teeth and gums for any signs of decay and disease. It also allows our dentist to perform a professional dental cleaning on your child's teeth and gums. Your child may feel nervous about his or her visit. This is a normal feeling for a child to have. To help your child feel better, you can offer a tooth-friendly reward after the visit has occurred. This will help your child feel like their visit was a positive experience.

What Will Happen During My Child's First Pediatric Dentistry Visit?

Your child's first visit will consist of his or her dentist designing a unique treatment plan. Dental X-rays will be taken. A thorough examination of the teeth and gums will also occur. In addition to this, your child's dentist will perform a dental cleaning for kids. The dentist will also be able to address any concerns that you have about your child's dental health.

Children's Pediatric Dentistry for Special Needs Children

Visits to the dentist can be extra frightening for special needs children. Your child's pediatric dentist has undergone training in how to work with children with special needs. This includes behavior management strategies and sedation techniques. Our staff will use their skills and training to help your child feel comfortable throughout his or her visit. To find out more about our customized services for children with special needs, get in touch with our compassionate staff.

Our Doctors

Each pediatric dentist at Main Street Dentistry is fully qualified to work with children and their unique dental care needs. In addition to this, they have trained and have experience working with special needs children. No matter what your child's dental care needs are, we are able to work together with his or her pediatrician or family dentist to ensure that they are receiving the medical and dental care he or she needs.

Our Services

Our office offers the following pediatric dental services:

• Pediatric check-ups
• Pediatric dental cleanings
• Pediatric dental X-rays
• Emergency pediatric services
• Services for special needs children

New Patient Information

You can contact us to book an appointment via phone or through our online scheduling service. To save time at your first appointment, print and fill out the new patient information form below and bring it with you to your child's appointment. If you need to cancel your appointment for any reason, please contact us 24 hours before the appointment.

Our office can also assist you with any questions that you may have about the cost of pediatric dental visit. You may also wish to contact your dental insurance provider. Our office can also help you sign up for a payment or financing plan to help you with the overall cost of your child's bill.