We provide dental care for kids of all ages in our community, so they can enjoy optimal oral health and learn to better care for their smiles. But we also provide the same level of care for kids who have special needs! Everyone deserves a healthy and strong smile, and your Frisco, TX, children’s dental practice wants to help.
The Unique Dental Care Needs
We know that children with special needs need patient and compassionate care, with treatment tailored to them specifically. We strive to offer this level of care for each and every patient we see with special needs. Often, these children have specific dental needs. For example, kids with ADHD may be more likely to grind their teeth and bite their nails, which can wear down and damage teeth. They also may chew on items like pencils and pens. For many children, medications meant to help with their behavior could cause dry mouth, which itself increases the risk of cavities and gingivitis.
Helping Your Child Feel At Ease
Whether they need a simple checkup or a dental restoration, we want to ensure your little ones feel at ease and enjoy a positive experience in our office. Before you arrive, make sure we know about what medications your kids are taking and talk to us about the best ways to interact with your child. We will do our best to personalize the visit for their comfort. You can also show them child-friendly videos about the dentist so they know what to expect.
When to See Our Team
Kids need to see the dentist every six months, so a visit for a checkup and cleaning is recommended at least twice a year. If your child grinds his or her teeth or has a toothache, then let us know. Our team can conduct a gentle checkup and cleaning to diagnose their smile, and we can even offer fluoride treatments and dental sealants to help lower the risk of tooth decay. Fluoride is applied during the exam and strengthens the outer enamel to fight cavities. With dental sealants, we apply a thin acrylic coating to the rear teeth kids have trouble reaching when they brush and floss. These can stay in place for up to ten years and limit the risk of cavities.
If you have any questions about our approach to dental care for kids of all ages, then contact our team today. We want to help them start a new year with a healthy and bright smile, and that starts with a checkup!
TALK TO YOUR FRISCO, TX, DENTIST ABOUT YOUR CHILD’S ORAL HEALTH
If your child has special needs, we still want to ensure they enjoy better oral health. To learn more about protecting little smiles in our community, call Healthy Smiles Children’s Dentistry at (214) 436-4774.