Children’s Dental Care: Creating Forever Smiles with Pediatric Dentistry
Travis A Bell DDS PLLC provides high-quality pediatric dentistry to residents in and near Greensboro, North Carolina. While all patients need comfortable, relaxing dental care, it’s especially important for children. Stress-free pediatric dental visits eliminate anxieties and instill great oral health habits that last a lifetime.
When should my child first see a dentist?
Children don’t need much dental care, right? After all, permanent teeth are yet to come in any way. Wrong! It’s true that baby teeth eventually fall out for adult teeth, but that doesn’t mean they don’t need care.
Your baby’s dental care begins right from birth. Wipe their gums with a wet, clean cloth to remove sugars from formula or breast milk. When the first tooth comes in, use a toothbrush, but don’t use toothpaste yet until they learn how to spit.
By age 1, it’s time to introduce your child to a dentist. This familiarizes your little one with the dental environment and lets us examine their oral health and development.
What pediatric dental services are available in your office?
We nurture your little one’s oral health with the following services.
- Dental exams: Early dental check-ups help identify areas that need attention. We inspect your child’s mouth for proper eruption, tooth decay, and gum infections.
- Dental cleanings: Your child is learning to clean their teeth, so it’s understandable if they miss a few spots. Our gentle cleanings remove built-in plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach surfaces in the mouth.
- Dental sealants: Sometimes, your child needs more than at-home oral hygiene and dental cleanings to prevent decay. Dental sealants are thin, protective coatings brushed to the chewing surfaces of decay-prone teeth. They create a protective shield against harmful bacteria and smooth out pitted areas for simple cleaning.
- Mouthguards: Kids are naturally active, and accidents can happen—especially during their favorite sports. Help prevent sports-related dental injuries by equipping your child with a custom-fitted sports guard. It’s a simple step that offers powerful protection for their growing smile.
- Patient education: We teach children the importance of brushing and flossing using age-appropriate language and fun techniques. We also provide caregivers with important insights into harmful oral habits to monitor and address early.
As parents themselves, Dr. Travis Bell and Dr. Janna C. Matko understand firsthand the significance of early, compassionate dental care for children. They know that a child’s first experiences at the dentist can shape their attitude toward oral health for life. They approach pediatric dentistry with the same care, patience, and gentle touch they would want for their own children. When dentists are also parents, every detail matters a little more.
Why does children’s dentistry matter?
Here’s why you should prioritize dental care for your little one.
- Early detection ensures we treat minor issues before they become painful and costly
- Preventing issues can help avoid unnecessary pain, saving both tears and treatment time.
- Builds confidence in your little one
- Familiarity with dental environment manages dental anxiety
- Your child learns habits that stick for life
Ready to meet your Greensboro pediatric dentist?
Travis A Bell DDS PLLC makes pediatric dental visits fun and relaxing, knowing that positive early experiences can shape your child’s lifelong attitude toward dental care. Parents often tell us their children eagerly look forward to their appointments. Looking for a child-friendly dental office in the Greensboro area? Call (336) 274-8386 and reserve a visit with our office. We are confident your son or daughter will love it here!
