Your pediatric dentists in Mountain View like to begin seeing children around age one or when their first teeth erupt. While this seems early, there are actually a lot of things we accomplish with early visits to the dentist, including:
- Building a friendly rapport with your child
- Ensuring they feel comfortable and safe in the dental chair
- Beginning to monitor oral development
- Discussing home care with parents
- Discussing health and nutrition with parents
Your child should continue to visit their pediatric dentist for preventive care every six months after their first visit, just like you do.
As Your Child Grows
We will incorporate teeth cleanings into their preventive appointments as they get older and more acclimated to the dental chair around age three.
Parents need to help with brushing and flossing until around age seven or eight. As molars begin to erupt, our dentists may recommend protective treatments like dental sealants, which are thin plastic coatings we apply to the chewing surfaces of your child's molars to help guard against tooth decay and cavities. They may also suggest fluoride treatments to help build developing teeth and protect against cavities.
Contact Forever Smiles Pediatric Dentistry & Orthodontics
You can schedule an appointment with your San Jose pediatric dentist by calling (650) 282-5758.