Pediatric dentists are dentists who have spent and additional 2 to 3 years of specialty training, in addition to their standard dental education, and are Board Certified to provide dental care and treatment for children ages 0 to adolescence. Just like you take your child to see a pediatrician because they are trained to work specifically with the health care needs of children. With children’s dentistry there is an additional two to three years of training at university pediatric facilities in addition to their standard dental training.
SO FUN, YOUR KIDS WILL ENJOY COMING!
It might seem hard to believe at first, but kids actually enjoy coming to our practice for their visits! Our fun and friendly pediatric team make a trip to the dentist enjoyable. From our relaxed and engaging environment to our knowledgeable and patient doctors. We love kids, and it shows!
When your child becomes part of the Smile Squad Shepherd family, we provide them with the utmost care and understanding, while also taking the time to teach each pediatric patient how to properly care for their teeth so they have the foundation for a great, long lasting oral health care routine.
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816
We think it is important for all of our patients, no matter their age, to receive the best dental care possible. For children, it is important to teach them how to properly care for this teeth at home, so they will not require extensive dental treatments as they age. When your child’s first tooth/teeth come in, dental care at home should begin. Cleaning these new teeth, as well as the gums, gently with a piece of gauze or a soft cloth will help to keep them clean. When several teeth have erupted, you can begin brushing them with a soft toothbrush.
Around the age of 1, your child should see a pediatric dentist for the first time, before this time, your pediatrician will be checking for any concerns or irregularities. To ensure that your child does not develop early tooth decay, make sure you do not send them to bed drinking a bottle, or right after breastfeeding, without brushing afterwards. Also, if you child has a thumb sucking habit, help them to kick the habit as early as possible.
You may be nervous about your child’s first dental appointment, we understand! Many parents have a fear themselves of the dentist and are worried their child will experience pain or discomfort during their exam or treatment. We urge you to try and remain calm, as your child can easily pick up on your tension. We work hard to ensure our office is warm, inviting, fun and our exams and treatments are as comfortable as possible.
Are you and your family ready to join the Smile Squad Shepherd family? We can’t wait to meet you! Give us a call today to set up your child’s appointment.
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816
Baby teeth are just as important as permanent teeth and play a significant role in your child’s overall development.
Baby teeth might only be around for a short time, but they serve an important role in your child’s development. If your child has a cavity, it’s best to get it filled according to their dentist’s recommendations. Not caring for your child’s baby teeth now can affect their adult teeth and create more issues as they grow.
Help your child brush their teeth for two minutes, twice a day. Set a timer and brush along with them. Show them the right way to clean their teeth. Floss with them and have them floss along with you.
Regular professional cleanings and exams can catch the smallest areas of decay so they can be fixed while they are tiny, less traumatic, and less costly to treat. A healthy diet with limited access to juice and other sugary food and drink can also help your child’s enamel grow strong. Establishing healthy choices now lays the building blocks for healthy habits that they will carry with them into adulthood.
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816.
In the surge of the last long stretches of summer, it very well may be enticing to disregard your youngster’s late spring dental test, however skipping it could mean detention for your kid’s mouth.
School year kickoff physical? Booked. New outfits and shoes? Purchased. Yet, remember about your kids’ teeth! It very well might be enticing while you’re crushing in each and every moment of summer amusing to skip their late spring dental arrangement, however it’s just as significant as a yearly physical. Additionally, most schools require a dental specialist’s mark confirming your youngster has a perfect bill of dental wellbeing.
Booking a dental visit before the beginning of the school year saves time surging around previously or later school, and your youngster won’t miss any educational time. It’s assessed that youngsters miss in excess of 50 million hours of school every year because of dental visits. Holes are the most well-known constant youth illness, and early location is critical to basic treatment. By booking a dental test before school begins, you can beat the hurry!
Visit Smile Squad at 3800 N Shepherd Dr #3A, Houston TX, 77018 or call us (281) 688-9816.
