Pediatric Treatment in Newbury, Berkshire
Smile n Shine Dental Practice offers pediatric dentistry services in Newbury. Our pediatric dental care services are designed to provide gentle, child-friendly treatments that promote long-term oral health and hygiene. With a nurturing approach, we ensure your child’s dental visits are positive, comfortable, and effective, setting the foundation for a lifetime of excellent oral care. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
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Why Early Dental Care is Important
Healthy dental habits start early. Children should visit a dentist by their first birthday or within six months of their first tooth. Early check-ups help identify potential issues and teach children proper oral hygiene practices. By addressing dental concerns early and cultivating positive dental experiences, we can ensure healthy smiles that last a lifetime.
Our Pediatric Dental Services
At Smile n’ Shine Dental Practice, we take pride in offering comprehensive pediatric dentistry services tailored to meet the unique needs of children.
Routine Dental Check-Ups
Routine dental exams are the foundation of proactive pediatric dental care. During your child’s check-up, our friendly and experienced team will assess their oral health, monitor their dental development, and detect any signs of potential issues. Regular visits every six months ensure that small concerns don’t turn into bigger problems.
Professional Dental Cleanings
Our child-friendly cleanings are designed to protect your little one’s teeth from plaque and tartar buildup. These gentle cleanings keep their teeth sparkling and help reduce the risk of cavities and gum disease. We also work with children to educate them about proper at-home brushing and flossing techniques.
Cavity Prevention
Cavities can affect even the youngest smiles, which is why we emphasise prevention at every step. We offer treatments like fluoride applications to strengthen enamel and protect against decay. Additionally, dental sealants can act as a protective barrier on molars, reducing cavity risk in hard-to-reach areas. If your child has a cavity, we’ll use the most effective and least invasive way to remove it.
Early Orthodontic Assessments
Your child’s smile development is a critical part of their oral health. Our team evaluates the alignment of their teeth and jaw to catch early orthodontic issues. Identifying these concerns early can simplify treatment down the road and prevent more complex challenges.
Customised Treatment Plans
Every child is unique, and so are their dental needs. We provide personalised dental treatment plans for each patient, ensuring they receive individualised care suited to their age, dental condition, and oral development. We’ll assess your child’s unique needs to determine the most effective dental treatments.
A Nurturing, Child-Friendly Environment
Dental visits can sometimes feel intimidating for younger patients. We’re committed to creating a positive environment where they grow up knowing and understanding the importance of dental care. That’s why we go the extra mile to create a welcoming and relaxed environment. Building trust with children is essential, and we’re committed to helping them feel safe and at ease.
Encouraging Healthy Habits at Home
Good oral health habits begin at home, and we’re here to guide parents in fostering these routines. Our dental team offers practical tips for brushing and flossing, along with guidance on healthy snacks that support strong teeth. Partnering with parents is a key part of our mission to ensure children enjoy a lifetime of healthy smiles.
When should be a child's first dental visit?
A child’s first visit should be as soon as the first tooth erupts. It is best to get your child along with you for your own dental appointment. This makes the child comfortable in a dental clinic setting. This helps them to get comfortable with the environment for their future dental appointments.
Why is it important to have regular dental visits for children?
There are many paediatric dental problems which if intervened at the right time prove to be beneficial to prevent bigger issues in the future. Dental problems like malocclusion can be prevented by removing over retained milk teeth at the right age. Simple malocclusions can be corrected with a simple removable orthodontic plate.
This is possible only if your child has a routine dental check up done every 6 months.
What dental treatments can be done for children?
Dental treatments for children carried out are mainly
- Dental fillings - if dental caries (decay) is detected at the right time, it can be cleaned and filled with dental filling material.
- Root canal treatment - dental decay which has reached pulp tissue needs root canal treatment.
- Extraction - sometimes, it is not possible to save a tooth - it needs to be removed.
- Space maintainer - milk teeth act as natural space maintainers for permanent teeth. In case of early removal of milk teeth, the space created needs to be maintained with a space maintainer.
- Dental varnish - Dental decay can be prevented by applying fluoride varnish.
- Dental sealants - Dental (fissure) sealants are similar to tooth colored composite material which are filled in deep grooves and pits on back teeth, reducing the possibility of dental decay.
- Removable orthodontic treatment - simple orthodontic problems can be corrected with a simple removable orthodontic plate. This is possible only during the growing age. Growing age is used to our advantage to get the desired results.
- Interceptive dental treatment - at times, a milk tooth may stay longer in the mouth than required. This creates problems like crowded teeth in the future. This can be prevented by interceptive dental treatment like removal of the over retained milk tooth. It is possible only with regular six monthly dental visits.
Why Choose Smile n Shine Dental Practice?
Smile n Shine Dental Practice is committed to the comfort of our patients. Our skilled team specialises in children’s dental care, delivering expert treatment with a focus on compassion and understanding. We utilise gentle techniques and child-friendly approaches to ensure a positive experience from start to finish. By focusing on prevention and early detection, we help children avoid common dental issues and maintain optimal oral health. Our dental team empowers patients of all ages with the knowledge they need to take charge of oral health.
Schedule Your Child’s Appointment Today
Early dental care is the key to a happy and healthy smile. Whether it’s your child’s first visit or their next routine check-up, we’re here to provide expert, compassionate care tailored to their needs. We work with patients of all ages to ensure they’re confident in their smile. Contact Smile n’ Shine Dental Practice today to schedule an appointment and see why families trust us for gentle and effective pediatric dentistry.