Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

Finding a pediatric dentist that is the right fit for your family can be challenging. There are multiple characteristics that make a pediatric dentist a fantastic choice for your child, and some of it comes down to family preference. Here is a list of things that Dr. Cameron Fuller and his team recommend you may want to consider when looking for your next dentist. 1.      Which is better suited for our family a pediatric dentist or a general dentist? Pediatric dentists go to school for a longer period of time to focus specifically on children and how to handle them in order to become experts in their field. This means that they are well trained in dealing with challenges that are unique to children. 2.        Does the dentist and their team listen to you? It is critical to have an office that hears your concerns and addresses them. If you do not feel comfortable when discussing treatment and options neither will your child. Childr...

It is critical your child visit the dentist on a regular basis. This practice helps to clean their teeth, remove any plaque that has built up and it allows the dentist the ability to ensure there are no cavities or other problems that are impacting their smile overall. These routine cleanings are essential to helping them have a healthy smile for a lifetime. A dental cleaning can find cavities that you cannot see. While you may think that all cavities can be seen visually, this is not the case. There are cavities that may be between the teeth that are hidden by the angle of the tooth. A dental cleaning can ensure their gums are healthy and that they are not being impacted by gingivitis. While periodontal disease is rare among children, young children who do not floss may have swollen or bleeding gums. This needs to be treated in order to ensure the health of their smile gets back on track. Cracked or broken primary, or baby, teeth can be taken care of during the visit. W...