Pediatric Dental Checkups & Cleanings?
Keep Your Child’s Smile Safe and Healthy
The American Dental Association recommends that everyone receive their first dental checkup by their first birthday or after their first tooth erupts, whichever comes first. These appointments allow Dr. Bowden to carefully evaluate your child’s oral health, thoroughly clean the hard-to-reach spaces of their mouth, address problems in their early stages, and recommend better oral hygiene habits for them to learn at home. Here’s a quick look at how dental checkups and cleanings work at our pediatric dental office in El Paso.
Why Choose Jim Bowden, DDS, for Pediatric Dental Checkups & Cleanings?
- Skilled and Experienced Oral Health Practitioner
- Certified Orthodontist
- Proud Member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry
Why Are Regular Dental Checkups & Cleanings for Children Important?
Oral health problems often start out so small that they are difficult for most people to notice, and children often do not know what to do if they develop a destructive infection. Thankfully, regular dental checkups and cleanings at Dr. Bowden’s office can help your child avoid the pain and permanent damage caused by advanced oral infections and save your family vast sums of money by preventing the need for costly restorative treatments. Since poor oral health is associated with serious overall health problems like diabetes and heart disease, getting your child used to seeing their dentist regularly can help them stay in great shape for life.
What to Expect During Your Child’s Dental Checkup
During your child’s checkup, Dr. Bowden will:
- Carefully examine your kid’s teeth, gums, bite alignment, and existing dental work.
- Screen their soft tissues for signs of infection as well as serious issues like oral cancer.
- Take X-rays depending on how long it has been since your child last received them.
- Design a customized treatment plan if any issues are detected.
- Answer any questions you have about your child’s treatment or hygiene habits.
- Review and update your child’s medical history and list of medications as necessary.
What to Expect During Your Child’s Dental Cleaning
Even if your child develops immaculate oral hygiene habits at an unusually early age, they will still need regular professional dental cleanings since there are parts of the mouth that are impossible to clean with at-home care methods. During your child’s dental cleaning, Dr. Bowden or one of his skilled staff will carefully remove plaque and tartar from their teeth and gums using specialized instruments and polish their smile to eliminate minor stains. Your child’s teeth will also be flossed, and they may receive fluoride treatment to reinforce their enamel and suppress harmful bacteria.