First Dental Visit for Kids

Believe it or not, your child’s journey to superb dental health should begin before they have an entire set of baby teeth! We recommend your child’s first dental visit to coincide with the emergence of their first baby tooth. Read on to learn about this exciting dental milestone.

When Do Kids Need to See a Dentist for the First Time?

Wondering when you should schedule that first dental visit for your child? According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, plan on bringing your kid to the dentist by their first birthday, or within six months of their first tooth’s appearance. That first tooth usually begins to peek out from the gums around six months of age.

The Importance of Childhood Dental Care

While it may seem like a dental visit can wait until your little one’s smile develops further, it’s important that dental care starts early. Childhood dental visits serve many purposes. They allow your child’s dentist to answer any questions you may have, track your child’s oral development, and identify, monitor, and treat any issues early before they cause unnecessary problems for your child.

At Pleasanton Children’s Dentistry and Braces in Pleasanton, TX, we love teaching parents how to care for their little one’s teeth and gums. Over the years, our team has also seen how regular, positive dental experiences in childhood help patients develop confidence both in their at-home oral hygiene and during their visits to the dentist. But for those patients who do experience dental anxiety or fear, we offer dental sedation options that are safe and gentle.

Gentle Dental Care for Kids in Pleasanton, TX

At Pleasanton Children’s Dentistry and Braces, we offer comprehensive dental care for children of all ages, and tailor our care to each patient’s unique needs. We strive to make each visit positive, comfortable, and fun. Plus, our child-friendly office has lots of exciting amenities, including a play area, books, toys, tablets, video games, refreshments, and TVs in our treatment rooms. So, are you ready to set up your child’s first dental visit?

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