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Children's Dentistry in Chelsea, NY

When Should Your Child Start Seeing the Dentist?

Our Midtown dental office regularly cares for the needs of children as young as three years old. However, if you notice that your child has a problem with his or her teeth or gums prior to this age, please schedule an appointment. You may also want to bring your child to your dental checkup when he or she is about two so that your child can become familiar with the sights, sounds, and friendly helpers in our dental office. We call this a Happy Visit. Your child's independent checkup at age three will involve a tooth-by-tooth inspection and periodontal exam. The dentist will check for proper development, as well as tooth decay and other areas of concern.

The importance of Children's Dental Checkups

As your child grows, they will need regular checkups and hygiene visits to ensure optimal oral health. Our NYC Dental team will also teach oral homecare techniques so that your child can learn how to effectively brush and floss, with your help at first, then on his or her own. The dentist may recommend dental sealants (protects teeth from cavities) or fluoride (makes teeth stronger) supplements. Sealants are thin, clear coatings that protect hard-to-clean back teeth from the sugars that cause tooth decay. Fluoride attracts other minerals to strengthen tooth enamel and ward off cavities. Because most bottled water does not contain fluoride, your child may be deficient in this essential mineral. Sealants and fluoride supplements are quick and easy protective measures that can save your little one from cavities.

Let us help your children learn the importance of optimal oral health from a young age. Call our Midtown Manhattan Dental Office to schedule a Happy Visit or checkup today! In some cases, we refer children to pedodontists, who are specialists in dentistry for children. We will help you make the best choices for your child's unique and precious personality.

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Contact Preferred Dental Care today at (212)594-7171 to experience the difference a well-trained, caring dentist can make in your life. You'll never regret choosing us! We're located in Chelsea, NYC but we're also easily accessible from other parts of Midtown, Gramercy Park, West Village, Greenwich Village, Turtle Bay, Hell's Kitchen and Soho; offering state-of-the-art amenities and top-quality dental treatments.