Pediatric dentists commit their careers to the oral health of children from when they are an infant through to their young adult years. Pediatric dentists have undergone specialized training and qualifications to care for oral health which includes teeth, gums, and mouth of children during the various stages of their childhood. Many children will begin to get their baby teeth as early as the first 6 months of life. At Friends Family Dental and Orthodontics in Brooklyn, NY we provide the ability to take care of your children during all of their stages of childhood in regard to their dental needs. If you are looking for a pediatric dentist for your children, trust the experts at Friends Family Dental and Orthodontics.

Pediatric dentists perform all cosmetic and general dentistry services for children. Pediatric dentists specialize in the oral health of their patients which are infants, toddlers, children, and teens. Our pediatric dentists have been extensively trained to handle the treatment of children when they are under anesthesia and sedation, treatment of medically compromised children, as well as management of your child’s growth and developmental concerns that may affect their jaw, mouth, face, and head. Pediatric dentists handle all of the essentials of oral health like preventative and restorative dental treatments which may require tailored treatment options for each patient.

Pediatric dentists specialize in the care of oral health for infants, toddlers, children, and teens, they have been specifically trained to:

– Treat children under general anesthesia and sedation
– Treat medically compromised individuals
– Manage children’s growth and development concerns

Young teens and adolescents have unique dental health challenges that they face due to the rapid growth and development of their bodies as they transition from childhood to adulthood. Pediatric dentists are better equipped to provide oral health care to children as they have been extensively trained.

Pediatric dentists also provide the following:

– Quality of care
– Child-friendly care

While many might think the two go hand in hand, they are uniquely different, pediatric dentists provide the highest trained and skilled dental skills in preventative measures and advocate for active preventative practices. Finally, one of the biggest concerns we often hear from parents is the unpleasant experiences they have been through with their children when visiting other dentists. Our pediatric dentists are trained in child psychology and behavior, meaning our pediatric dentists understand how the make their child patients feel comfortable in their dental chair, as well as how to handle children with special needs.

Oral hygiene health starts as early as infancy, parents can do only so much for their children with washing the gums, taking care of the teeth with brushing and flossing, but pediatric dentistry is important as they provide checkups and cleanings for your children to ensure they are on the right path and help to prevent any future issues.

Pediatric dentists have the latest and greatest in technology and techniques for dental procedures to provide a pleasant experience for your little one when it comes to their dental appointment.

Friends Family Dental and Orthodontics follow the recommendation that is provided through the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists which recommends parents to book bi-annual dental appointments for their children, often beginning as early as six months of age, which is usually when the first tooth emerges.

The reason for these two very important yearly visits is to allow our pediatric dentists to monitor any new oral developments within the child’s mouth, we can evaluate any changes to the condition of the child’s teeth and gums, and continue to provide information and advice to the parents based off of what we have seen and what oral care strategies are needed.

If your child is susceptible to tooth decay, or if they are showcasing early signs of orthodontic issues, our dentists may recommend scheduling additional visits for your child.

For more information, contact us. We serve patients from Brooklyn NY, Manhattan NY, Bronx NY, Hoboken NJ, West New York NJ and surrounding areas.