Family Dentistry / Pediatric Dentistry

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Children’s Dentistry Questions

 

Does Sierra Dental Care provide dental care for children in Modesto?

 

Yes. Sierra Dental Care is proud to provide dental care for children of all ages. Pediatric dentistry is an important way to care for your child’s health, even before their teeth are fully developed.

How old should a child be before going to the dentist?

 

One common misconception about dentistry for children is the belief that parents should wait until a child’s baby teeth have all come in to see a pediatric dentist. In fact, pediatric dental visits should start when your child’s first tooth appears, and dental hygiene should start even sooner.

 

Why do kids need to go to the dentist?

The same problems that affect adults’ teeth also affect kids’ teeth. Children often are too distracted or hurried to brush with proper care, and very few kids can be convinced to floss. This fact, combined with the sugary foods and drinks kids love, means children are especially at risk for tooth decay and cavities.

 

Children as young as six may also need orthodontics. If you child’s adult teeth are coming in crooked or crowded, you may be able to save yourself lots of time and money by correcting the problem early.

 

I don’t like my child to miss school or extracurricular activities. Does Sierra Dental Care have extended hours for family dentistry?

 

Yes. We understand that you want your child to get the full benefit of his or her education, including extracurricular activities. Therefore, our Modesto family dentists offer extended hours for early morning appointments, evening appointments, and we’re even open on Saturdays. No matter how busy your child’s schedule is, you should be able to find a time to take care of your child’s dental health.

 

Besides professional teeth cleaning, what can a pediatric dentist do for my child?

 

Do not underestimate the importance of professional teeth cleanings for good dental hygiene. Even if your child is a good brusher, a tooth cleaning at your family dentist’s office also removes plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach surfaces between and behind your child’s teeth. Our pediatric dentists also provide sealants that help prevent cavities, saving you money on fillings down the road.

Maintaining a relationship with a pediatric dentist is important for children because it encourages good oral hygiene habits that can last a lifetime. In addition, if your child ever chips a tooth or needs emergency dental work, she will already know and be comfortable with her pediatric dentist at Sierra Dental Care.

To learn more about our pediatric dentistry services for children, please contact the children’s dentists at Sierra Dental Care, providing dental care for any family in Modesto, Manteca, Ceres, Turlock, Salida, or Ripon, California.