The wonderful thing about children
is that they’re carefree and easily made happy. Unfortunately, one of the
things they can’t be lighthearted about is taking care of their teeth. At our
office, we realize the importance of your child’s teeth, and we are ready and
able to start your child off in the right direction. Dr.
Montgomery understand that a dentist’s office may not necessarily your child’s
favorite place in the world, which is why our knowledgeable team is ready to
welcome them with open arms and friendly smiles.
Children’s dentistry is very
important because it plays a crucial role in preventing dental problems before
they arise, as well as sets up your child for success in the future. Common
practices in children’s dentistry
are dental sealants. Because a child’s tooth is more susceptible to cavities
and decay, sealants grant protection by having a plastic covering painted in
the grooves of the tooth to save from harm in the future. Sealants are
primarily applied to the teeth toward the back of the mouth because the grooves
are deeper than the other teeth, therefore more susceptible to deterioration.
Coinciding with sealants, fluoride
treatments are also involved in children’s
dentistry frequently. Fluoride plays a crucial role in preventing decay as
well as acting as an agent for attracting other minerals, like Calcium and
Phosphate, to build strong teeth. Granted, fluoride does not prevent cavities
from emerging, but it may delay their arrival, giving your child a better
chance to have beautiful, healthy teeth and a glorious smile.
At All
Smiles Family Dental Care, Dr.
Katie Montgomery and her staff provide quality dental care to improve
your entire family’s oral health. Our Marysville, OH dental
office serves patients from Richwood, Plain City, Urbana and
other surrounding Ohio towns. Give us a call today to
schedule your next appointment.
