Corporate dentistry generally is a model that turns something highly personal such as dental care into big business. Some dentists have begun to realize that this approach isn’t beneficial to their existing clientele base. At Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry, we offer private dentistry that is friendly, patient-oriented and successful. We choose the treatments that we want to offer and don’t feel pressure to “sell” a certain amount for our “boss.” We only offer treatments to patients that are needed. With corporate dentistry, you are expected to get the maximum amount of income for the practice, which may lead to administering treatments that won’t be needed.
A regular oral hygiene routine is an important thing to establish for your child. Most children will resist the behavior unless an example is set. We have come up with a handful of helpful tips to encourage your children to brush their teeth.
While the exact timing will vary with each child, babies typically begin to teeth around six months old. Usually the front bottom two teeth emerge first with the front top two after that. Teething can be a painful and difficult process for babies and parents alike.
When it comes to your child’s dental health, healthy gums and teeth are optimal. This is why it is important to talk to your child’s dentist about good dental habits even before their first tooth erupts through their gums. Once your child has a tooth, they will recommend that they receive fluoride varnish treatments to help prevent tooth decay. This can be received either at a pediatrician’s office or a dental office. Pediatricians as well as dentists are trained to apply this fluoride varnish because many young children do not see a dentist until they are older. If they do visit a dental office, a dentist can apply this treatment too.
Silver Diamine Fluoride or SDF is an effective treatment for tooth decay, cavities or hypersensitivity. This FDA-approved antibiotic liquid is applied in order to rest active dental caries and to prevent further progression of the disease itself. The ideal way to treat teeth with decay is by removing the decay and placing restorations, this is an alternative treatment that allows us at Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry to stop decay with noninvasive methods, especially in young children that still have baby teeth.
Dental caries is considered the commonly ignored chronic disease among children, especially preschool children. Early childhood caries is defined by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry as the presence of one or more decayed, missing or filled tooth surfaces in primary teeth of children that are 71 months (less than 6 years old) or younger. Dietary habits as well as oral hygiene habits and frequent intake of different medications are risk factors to them.
Tooth decay can have effects on a child’s life more than just physical. Ultimately, untreated decay can cause pain and infection that may lead to problems speaking, sleeping, eating, socializing or focusing at school. These dental issues can lead to lessened performance and attendance in the classroom too.
When it comes to tools that help make dental processes easier, safer and more effective, laser dentistry comes to mind. In the traditional sense, lasers have been used for soft tissue use and had a limited ability to cut through hard tissue. However, this has changed with the invention of newer, more advanced lasers. By using the best dental tools, we can offer your child the best dental experience, a faster healing process and overall better oral health.
Special Needs Dentistry
We are experts in providing dental care services for our patients with special healthcare needs. We are one of the few dental practices in South Central and Phoenix Arizona areas providing routine dental care for handicapped patients and those special needs.
At Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry we pride ourselves in our ability to make this a relaxing and enjoyable event, each time your child returns will be a pleasant learning opportunity in great oral health. It's our goal to provide excellent dental care in a fun and friendly environment so your child will want to return for future visits and continue great home health care for their own baby primary teeth in between visits.
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We have made it easy to contact us for an appointment or if you have questions. We are here to make this the best experience possible for you and your child.
We Offer Free Consultations & Free Second Opinions
Not sure about that first opinion you received? No problem, we're here to help. Reach out to PVPD today to schedule a complimentary consultation appointment. We will evaluate your child's dental care needs and discuss with you the best treatment plan.
Your Child's First Dental Visit
Baby teeth start to break through the gums around 6 months. It's important to start good oral care even before the first tooth comes in. From healthy gums come healthy teeth. Your child's first visit to the pediatric dentist should be a great experience.
At Palm Valley Pediatric Dentistry we pride ourselves in our ability to make this a relaxing and enjoyable event, each time your child returns will be a pleasant learning opportunity in great oral health. It's our goal to provide excellent dental care in a fun and friendly environment so your child will want to return for future visits and continue great home health care for their own baby primary teeth in between visits.
Schedule An Appointment Today!
We have made it easy to contact us for an appointment or if you have questions. We are here to make this the best experience possible for you and your child.
We Offer Free Consultations & Free Second Opinions
Not sure about that first opinion you received? No problem, we're here to help. Reach out to PVPD today to schedule a complimentary consultation appointment. We will evaluate your child's dental care needs and discuss with you the best treatment plan.