Did you know that tooth decay is the number one preventable childhood disease? Prevention begins with good dental habits, the right diet and regular visits to the dentist at a very early age. Here at Zeff Pediatric Dentistry, we cater to children of every age and love to educate parents about good oral hygiene and nutrition. We want you to be able to make informed choices about your child’s dental health.
Infant Oral Exam (0 to 1 year of age)
Whether you’re an expecting parent or have a child younger than 12 months old, our goal is to help you and your child establish good dental habits and reduce the risk of cavities early on. We ask parents to schedule an appointment no later than a child’s first birthday for a dental evaluation. If you have a dental concern prior to their first birthday, please give our office a call and Dr. Zeff will gladly take a look.
Toddler Wellness Visit (1-4 years of age)
Your visit will start with a Caries Risk Assessment to see whether your child’s teeth are showing early signs of cavities. Our team will also provide you with oral hygiene instructions and guidance regarding diet, nutrition and other oral habits. The right nutrition and a simple fluoride treatment may be a sufficient alternative to a filling or restoration. If this is the first time you’re visiting us, we’ll introduce you to the “knee-to-knee” exam method, which simply means your toddler will lay on your lap while we clean their teeth.
Junior Smiles (4-10 years of age)
These are the habit making or breaking years! The teeth are developing and growing, so your child’s teeth need to be evaluated closely. We’ll walk you through a Caries Risk Assessment to determine if your child has cavities. In addition, we will provide you with oral hygiene instructions to address habits and prevent decay on the growing permanent teeth. Around the age of 7, Dr. Zeff will ask to take a developmental radiograph of your child’s jaw. Upon evaluation, Dr. Zeff will determine if a growth and development check with the orthodontist will be necessary.
Young Smiles (11 years and older)
Teenagers and young adults are busy these days with after school activities and visiting the dentist may not be their number one priority. However, it’s just as important to brush, floss and maintain regular dental appointments at this age. Teens actually have a higher rate of cavities due to frequent snacking, busy schedules and poor nutrition. Most already have all of their permanent teeth, so it is an important time to stay consistent with dental visits and follow-up care.
Infant Oral Exam (0 to 1 year of age)
Whether you’re an expecting parent or have a child younger than 12 months old, our goal is to help you and your child establish good dental habits and reduce the risk of cavities early on. We ask parents to schedule an appointment no later than a child’s first birthday for a dental evaluation. If you have a dental concern prior to their first birthday, please give our office a call and Dr. Zeff will gladly take a look.
Toddler Wellness Visit (1-4 years of age)
Your visit will start with a Caries Risk Assessment to see whether your child’s teeth are showing early signs of cavities. Our team will also provide you with oral hygiene instructions and guidance regarding diet, nutrition and other oral habits. The right nutrition and a simple fluoride treatment may be a sufficient alternative to a filling or restoration. If this is the first time you’re visiting us, we’ll introduce you to the “knee-to-knee” exam method, which simply means your toddler will lay on your lap while we clean their teeth.
Junior Smiles (4-10 years of age)
These are the habit making or breaking years! The teeth are developing and growing, so your child’s teeth need to be evaluated closely. We’ll walk you through a Caries Risk Assessment to determine if your child has cavities. In addition, we will provide you with oral hygiene instructions to address habits and prevent decay on the growing permanent teeth. Around the age of 7, Dr. Zeff will ask to take a developmental radiograph of your child’s jaw. Upon evaluation, Dr. Zeff will determine if a growth and development check with the orthodontist will be necessary.
Young Smiles (11 years and older)
Teenagers and young adults are busy these days with after school activities and visiting the dentist may not be their number one priority. However, it’s just as important to brush, floss and maintain regular dental appointments at this age. Teens actually have a higher rate of cavities due to frequent snacking, busy schedules and poor nutrition. Most already have all of their permanent teeth, so it is an important time to stay consistent with dental visits and follow-up care.