Services
Discovery Children’s Dentistry focuses on pediatric dental care, an important specialty in many regards. They
examine every nook and cavity in each child’s mouth to make sure everything is perfect. A regular dentist is trained to diagnose, treat, and prevent diseases of the gums, teeth, and jaw. A pediatric dentist spends an additional two to three years focusing primarily on children’s teeth.
- Restoration
Commonly known as a filling. When a tooth loses structure, restoration is needed.
- Sealants
This is when a coating is placed on back molar teeth as a preventative measure against decay.
- Correcting developing malocclusions
Watching for gaps or misalignment with teeth.
- Assessing growth and development
Preparation for permanent teeth and orthodontics if needed.
- Oral hygiene
Teaching good hygiene habits such as flossing and brushing.
- Baby bottle caries
Care for babies with decaying caused by use of baby bottles.
Eruption Of Your Child’s Teeth
Children’s teeth begin forming before birth. As early as 4 months, the first primary (or baby) teeth to erupt through the gums are the lower central incisors, followed closely by the upper central incisors. Although all 20 primary teeth usually appear by age 3, the pace and order of their eruption varies.
Permanent teeth begin appearing around age 6, starting with the first molars and lower central incisors. This process continues until approximately age 21.
Adults have 28 permanent teeth, or up to 32 including the third molars (or wisdom teeth).
