Berthoud Dental Care is proud to welcome patients of all ages, including children. Even though your child will get a new set of permanent teeth, it is important to take care of their baby teeth. We recommend that your child visit us around their third birthday for an initial exam. This is an ideal time to have the dentist examine their mouth and to begin getting them accustomed to seeing the dentist. Starting them on a positive path for dental health will set them up for a lifetime of good dental habits and oral health. At Berthoud Dental Care, we gladly see children for their routine cleanings and exams but may refer out other treatment depending on your child’s needs.
Dr. Keith Wolfenden offers affordable dentistry for children in Berthoud, CO. We will gently examine your child’s teeth and gums. X-rays may be taken (to reveal decay and check on the progress of your child’s permanent teeth under the gums). We may clean your child’s teeth and apply topical fluoride to help protect the teeth against decay. We will make sure your child is receiving adequate fluoride at home. Most important of all, we will review with you how to clean and care for your child’s teeth.
WHAT SHOULD I TELL MY CHILD ABOUT THE FIRST DENTAL VISIT?
We are asked this question many times. We suggest you prepare your child the same way you would before their first haircut or trip to the shoe store. Your child’s reaction to his first visit to the dentist may surprise you.
We will gently examine your child’s teeth and gums. X-rays may be taken (to reveal decay and check on the progress of your child’s permanent teeth under the gums). We may clean your child’s teeth and apply topical fluoride to help protect the teeth against decay. We will make sure your child is receiving adequate fluoride at home. Most important of all, we will review with you how to clean and care for your child’s teeth.
HERE ARE SOME “FIRST VISIT” TIPS:
- Read books with them about going to the dentist.
- Review with them what the dentist will be doing at the time of the first visit.
- Speak positively about your own dental experiences.
DURING YOUR FIRST VISIT THE DENTIST WILL:
- Examine your mouth, teeth, and gums.
- Evaluate adverse habits like thumb sucking.
- Check to see if you need fluoride.
- Teach you about cleaning your teeth and gums.
- Suggest a schedule for regular dental visits.
WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AND YOUR CHILD SOON!
Make your dental appointments a family affair. Schedule your kids along with your own appointments to save yourself a drive! We welcome the opportunity to take care of your whole family. We are invested in healthy mouths for all members of your family, regardless of age.
