PEDIATRIC DENTAL SERVICES  

• Pediatric dental care – Each individual has a different tendency towards tooth decay, depending on tooth construction, diet, and habits. Once we have identified your child’s dental profile, we will discuss appropriate oral care. We will detail typical milestones in tooth development, proper oral habits, and ways to control thumb/pacifier sucking to prevent your child’s bite from suffering (see information below). We generally hope to see your child every six months to routinely identify any tooth decay or poor dental habits. Between visits, encourage a balanced diet at home, with brushing after snacking.

• Myofunctional Retainers – Myofunctional appliances or guide retainers effectively train your child's tongue to position correctly and exert light forces to align teeth (without braces). These retainers lead to straight teeth, better facial development in growing children, and proper breathing, which can lead to better health.

• How to Properly Brush and Floss Children’s Teeth – No matter your child’s attitude towards oral health, we are available with suggestions and tips for pediatric dentistry in Orlando. As with many hygienic practices, it can help to encourage your kids to see brushing and flossing as an adult habit: something that makes them more grown-up. Try brushing with your children, to ensure that they are cleaning their teeth properly and for the correct amount of time (at least 2 minutes, which feels longer than most kids think they should brush for!) Consider helping your children floss by the age of four, teaching them the importance of removing food and plaque from hard-to-reach areas between the teeth. Bad breath is likely a sign of poor oral hygiene and can mean your child is skimping on oral care.