Infant Dental Care
Infant Dental Care in Fort Collins, CO
Dr. Greg noticed when his kids were young that a child goes to the physician an average of seven times before the age of two. These “well baby checks” are to asses a child’s development and are readily accepted by parents. Likewise, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists recommends a visit to the dentist with the eruption of a first tooth are by age one.
Dr. Greg and Dr. Rachel went a step further and made this well baby check FREE! Before the age of three, we recommend you bring your baby or toddler to a DENTAL WELL BABY CHECK!
What Is Infant Dental Care?
A visit to a trained, professional in the art of pediatric dentistry establishes a “Dental Home.” This is a place parents can go for sound advice, anticipatory guidance and emergency services before most people think about dentistry for a child.
Do you have questions about feeding or oral anatomy for your baby? Dr. Rachel and Greg are experts in growth and development for young children. They can answer questions about frenums (less than 5% need cut), teething, diet, oral habits, oral infections of childhood and help you establish the right routines to insure a lifetime of dental health.
A child sits in a parent’s lap for the brief interview, then then lay back for a knee-to-knee exam so everyone and see inside the mouth and important milestones are discussed. It’s intimate, quick, and play time afterward! Then the parent leaves with the Dr. cell phone number and plenty of support for raising happy healthy kids!
When Should My Baby See a Dentist?
Your child should see a dentist when their first teeth emerge, or when they turn one year old – whatever comes first. It’s important to see the dentist when your child turns one, even if their teeth have not emerged yet, because it’s important for your child’s dentist to ensure there’s nothing wrong that’s preventing your child’s teeth from growing in.
Benefits of Infant Dental Care
There are many benefits of taking your child to the dentist, even when they have few or no teeth.
Your child will develop a relationship with the dentist from an early age.
Your child will become comfortable having their teeth and gums inspected, which will make future visits easier.
The dentist will get to know your child, and will be able to determine whether your child needs any special procedures or dental care to ensure that their teeth grow straight and strong.
You and any other caregivers for your child will be given an opportunity to ask questions about how to take care of your child’s teeth.
Make An Appointment With a Pediatric Dentist in Fort Collins, CO
Children need to see the dentist from an early age. To maintain your child’s oral hygiene, it’s important for you to meet with the dentist and get instruction on how to clean your child’s teeth and other important issues.
At Big Grins, we help children maintain healthy teeth, and we help parents learn how to take care of their child’s teeth! To find out more about how we can help you, call today to make an appointment.
