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We invite you to stay with your child during their initial examination. Our goal at Zeff Pediatric Dentistry is to establish a close rapport with your child, gain their trust, build their confidence in us and help them overcome apprehension. When treatment is needed, Dr. Zeff and parents will discuss all options before a plan is implemented.
Back to list We recommend a check-up every six months in order to prevent cavities and other dental issues. However, we will always let you know how often your child should visit based on their specific needs and your child’s risk level. Children with high risk levels may be indicated to see the pediatric dentist at more frequent intervals.
Back to list Eating the right foods is essential to great dental health. Your child needs a balanced diet, including one serving each of fruits and vegetables, breads and cereals, dairy and protein (meat, fish or eggs) each meal. Limit their intake of sugars and starches to help prevent decay. We discuss your child’s diet needs during your dental visit.
Back to list Around 6 months old, the two lower front teeth (central incisors) will erupt, followed shortly thereafter by the two upper central incisors. The remainder of the baby teeth appear during the next 18 to 24 months in random order. All of your child’s primary “baby”teeth should be in between the ages of 2 and 3 years old… all 20!
Back to list Unlike a family dentist, Pediatric dentists only treat children. A pediatric dentist has two to three years of specialty training following dental school, and we are primary and specialty oral care providers for infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health needs.
Back to list We evaluate the fluoride level of your child’s primary source of drinking water. If your child is not getting enough fluoride, which may happen if the fluoride level is deficient or if your child drinks bottled water without fluoride, we may prescribe fluoride supplements.
Back to list Bruxism is very common. You’ll know if your child is grinding their teeth because you’ll hear a grinding sound while the child is sleeping. Teeth may also appear shorter over time. Most children outgrow tooth grinding around 6 to 9 years old as the permanent dentition develop, and this habit usually stops by age 12 when baby teeth are gone.
Back to list We accept all insurances. Please call our office to learn if the office is a preferred provider for your insurance.
Back to list Soft plastic mouth guards are used to protect a child’s teeth, lips, cheeks and gums from sports‐related injuries. A custom‐fitted mouth guard will protect your child from injuries to the teeth and face, as well as provide protection from severe injuries to the head.
Back to list Avoid nursing children to sleep at bedtime, or putting anything in their bottle other than water at night. If it’s necessary to nurse at night, wash or wipe the teeth, gums and mouth prior to putting the child to bed.
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