Following the recommendations of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, Dr. Williamson suggests infants should come in for their first oral exam between the ages of six months to 1 year old.

Routine cleanings and exams are necessary to make sure your child’s teeth stay healthy throughout childhood.

Digital x-rays allow our doctors to get a view of your child’s teeth and jaws that they can’t see with their eyes while keeping radiation exposure to a minimum.

Restorative dentistry includes fillings, crowns, and other procedures that help restore a tooth to its original function.

Regular fluoride treatments help reduce your child’s risk of developing cavities and can remineralize areas where decay is starting.

A frenum or frenulum is a small piece of tissue that attaches either the upper lip to the gum tissue or the tongue to the floor of the mouth.

Sealants help protect your child’s teeth from decay by filling in the grooved biting surfaces of your child’s teeth, making them easier to clean.

The use of Silver Diamine Fluoride in dentistry is well documented for its ability to stop decay noninvasively.

It’s estimated that over 20 million children take part in one after-school sport or another. With that amount of children engaging in sports and other activities like skiing, gymnastics, and martial arts, there is a higher chance of injury.

Studies have shown that almost 33% of children aged 2 to 5 have had a cavity. Even though baby teeth are only around for a few short years, it’s still important to keep them healthy because they hold the space for your child’s adult teeth.