Pediatric Dentistry of Redlands

Routine cleanings are the key to a decay-free smile for your child. It is critical that they are able to visit the dentist two times a year in order to ensure that there are no dental problems cropping up. Dental cleanings can check for any problems that may be below the surface of the gums as well as problems between the teeth. that you cannot see. Seeing the dentist regularly provides the support your child needs as it is important for them to see the dentist as a friend, not only someone who will help when they have a painful dental problem.    Before the day of the visit, have your child stop by the office and meet the dentist. They may be able to take a tour and see the chair, the x-ray machine and meet the staff. If they are not able to stop by early, look up photos on-line and show them to your child.    Talk about what ...

The holiday break has come to a close and with all of the extra treats that your child may have enjoyed, now is the time to schedule that routine cleaning if they have not had one in the last six months.   Food sticks to the surfaces of your child ’ s teeth and creates bacteria that cause tooth decay and cavities. During a routine cleaning, pediatric dentist Dr. Cameron Fuller is going to check the surfaces of the teeth in order to make sure that your son or daughter does not have any cavities. A routine cleaning completed by Dr. Fuller and his team will not only look for decay but will assess your child ’ s bite, x-rays will be completed in order to determine if there is decay below the gum line and the overall health of their mouth will be reviewed in order to ensure there is nothing abnormal going on that requires further attention. It may be recommended by Dr. Fuller at this visit to have sealants placed on your child's teeth. Sealants help protect ...