Teething is the process by which the baby teeth or “milk teeth” begin to emerge from the gums. There’s some variance herein when this occurs, with some children getting their first teeth as early as three months while others may not have it happen until they are a year old.

Pediatric Dentistry in Bangor ME

Q: When Should A Child See A Dentist?

This will vary with the individual child, but once you see the first tooth emerge, you should think about bringing the child in for his or her first examination. A child should not be brought to a dentist any later than his or her first birthday.

Not only are we passionate about good oral health and hygiene for all of our patients at Creative Dental, but we also work to help little ones and even teenagers take a vested interest in the future of their smiles. Whether it’s discussing why teeth and gums need proper care or offering valuable tips to make daily routines manageable between school, sports, and homework, we invite you to call our dental office so that we can give your child a chance at a healthier smile with pediatric dentistry in Bangor ME.

From Childhood to Adulthood, We’ve Got Young Smiles Covered in Bangor ME

Looking for a children's dentist in Bangor ME? Our Creative Dental team offers a variety of dental services that can help your little one's smile thrive.

Dental Sealants

Teeth located toward the back of the mouth (molars and premolars) are hard to reach for many children. Unfortunately, that means these teeth can remain exposed to harmful bacteria if not properly cleaned. With dental sealants, though, our team can protect the pits and grooves of these chewing surfaces. Applied during a regular dental checkup, the dental sealants process is painless and quick, allowing your child to walk away with a safeguarded smile that can last 10 years or more.

Silver Diamine Fluoride in Bangor ME

Keeping children’s smiles free of cavities is our goal but even when the best oral hygiene routine is practiced at home, these annoying holes can still form. The good news is that with silver diamine fluoride (SDF), we can stop the spread of decay. Once applied to the cavity-stricken tooth, the silver and fluoride work together to not only eliminate the bacteria but also strengthen the enamel so it is less likely to penetrate in the future.

Athletic Mouthguards / Sportsguards

Avid sports players of all ages need to wear appropriate gear during a game. But shoulders, heads, and knees are not the only areas that deserve protection. Teeth and gums can sustain damage if left exposed to extreme pressure, which is why we can provide you or your child with a custom mouthguard. Designed to absorb a hard hit or sudden fall, it helps to keep your teen in the game and out of the dentist’s chair.

Pediatric Dentistry FAQ's

Dental health is something that can be addressed very early on in a child’s life. The sooner you attend to it, the better the chances are that your son or daughter will have a comfortable, healthy mouth. Here are a few of the common questions that some parents have about pediatric dentistry and how it can work for them.

What Is a "Dental Home"?

The Dental Home concept is the idea that parents establish a relationship between a child and a dentist very early on in life. This creates a sense of regularity, a necessary fixture in the child’s life, just other professionals a child sees on a regular basis. It’s important to establish early and get a child used to the idea that a visit to the dentist can simply be for a check-up, rather than meaning something is wrong with their teeth.

When Should A Child See A Dentist?

What Is Teething?

Are There Any Side-Effects Of Teething?

Teething is a relatively significant activity for a baby’s biology, so increased temperature, sleeplessness, irritability, and increased drooling may all be noticed. A child may even lose his or her appetite due to the discomfort that comes from teeth emerging.

While it is normal for a child to experience some minor health problems teething, fever, rash or diarrhea do not fall within the normal, healthy zone for symptoms. If your child is showing any of these while teething, bring him or her to the doctor for an examination.

The early phases of your child’s dental development are important. Even though baby teeth aren’t permanent, they “set the stage” for the path those permanent teeth will follow. It is important to keep them healthy by ensuring your child sees a dentist early on and becomes familiar with both professional dental care, and oral hygiene at home. For more information about our pediatric dentistry services in Bangor ME contact our team at Creative Dental today.

Creative Dental
1407 Broadway
Bangor ME 04401
(207) 942-3000

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