Preventative care
Big Services for Little Smiles
You cannot go wrong with a preventative care exam for your little one. Between a professional cleaning, early detection of oral health issues, and an oral cancer screening, preventative care is the absolute best way to protect your child’s health. The easiest and best way to treat oral health issues is to prevent them from happening in the first place. We encourage you to start scheduling your child’s preventative dental exams at—or before—the age of one!
Infant and Toddler Dental Exams
Infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged kids have different needs, and we have different expectations and protocols for them. We would never expect your two-year-old to sit in the dental chair like a seven-year-old. Instead, we have a special space dedicated to treating infants, toddlers, and preschool-aged kids. You can learn more about this on our page how to prepare your little one for their first visit!
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Silver diamine fluoride is an antimicrobial treatment to help stop cavity development after a cavity has formed. It kills the bacteria that break down tooth surfaces and helps reduce tooth sensitivity. This does not fix the hole in the tooth but allows us to delay treatment until a child is older and more cooperative for dental treatment.
Deep Cleaning
(Scaling and Root Planning)
Outstanding oral hygiene can be difficult, especially if factors are naturally working against you. Sometimes scaling and root planing—a good, deep cleaning—is required to ensure the long-term health of your child’s teeth and gums. Dr. Sarah offers deep cleaning to get into all the nooks and crannies, and reverse gum disease.
Sealants
Sealants are a great option for protecting the teeth from decay before it gets to the point of needing a filling. A sealant is a protective coating on your little one’s tooth that fills deep grooves where cavities tend to start.
Giving your kids the care they need from providers who care
Dr. Sarah Carpenter is a mother herself, and she understands the level of trust you put in the healthcare providers you choose for your family. It’s not a choice to be taken lightly, and she is honored to be trusted with your children.