Routine Exams & Cleanings
Regular dental check-ups are one of the most important parts of your child’s oral health journey. At Kids Care Dental and Orthodontics, we recommend routine exams and professional cleanings every six months to help keep teeth and gums strong, healthy, and cavity-free. These visits do more than just clean your child’s teeth — they build lifelong healthy habits and create positive experiences at the dentist.
During a routine exam, our pediatric dental team gently examines your child’s teeth, gums, and bite to catch any signs of cavities, early orthodontic concerns, or other potential issues. We also clean away plaque and tartar buildup, offer age-appropriate oral hygiene tips, and may recommend fluoride treatments or sealants for extra protection.
But what really sets us apart? We make every visit feel easy and welcoming. From our friendly team to our fun, kid-focused environment, we’re here to help children feel safe and confident in the dental chair. We take time to explain what we’re doing in child-friendly terms and always go at your child’s pace.
These regular visits help prevent bigger problems down the road and give your child the best possible start for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
Cavities
Cavities are incredibly common in children, but they’re also highly treatable and often preventable with the right care. At Kids Care Dental and Orthodontics, we take a gentle, judgment-free approach to treating cavities and helping your child feel confident every step of the way.
A cavity forms when plaque bacteria in the mouth produce acids that eat away at tooth enamel. Factors like sugary snacks, infrequent brushing, and even genetics can increase your child’s risk. That’s why regular checkups are so important. The earlier we catch a cavity, the easier it is to treat — with less discomfort and more preservation of the natural tooth.
When we find a cavity, we’ll review the diagnosis with you and explain your child’s treatment plan clearly. Whether your child needs a small filling or a little extra TLC, our team is trained to handle each case with patience and care. We talk kids through the process in a calm, reassuring way, using techniques designed to reduce anxiety and help them feel in control.
In addition to treatment, we focus on prevention. We’ll provide personalized guidance on brushing, flossing, nutrition, and habits like thumb-sucking or snacking that can affect your child’s smile in the long term. Our goal is to treat today’s issue and help prevent tomorrow’s.
Fillings
When your child has a cavity, a filling is often the best way to restore their tooth, stop decay, and prevent further problems. At Kids Care Dental and Orthodontics, we use tooth-colored composite fillings that are both durable and beautifully natural-looking so your child can smile with confidence.
Our filling process is simple, safe, and always child-focused. After numbing the area to ensure comfort, we carefully remove the decayed portion of the tooth and replace it with a composite resin. This material is layered and shaped to match your child’s natural tooth structure, then hardened with a special light. The result? A smooth, strong, virtually invisible restoration that blends seamlessly into your child’s smile.
We understand that dental work can be intimidating for little ones, which is why we go the extra mile to create a calming, supportive experience. Our team uses positive language, explains each step in kid-friendly terms, and always works at a pace that feels comfortable for your child.
Fillings are typically completed in just one visit, and your child can return to their normal routine right after. With expert care and a gentle touch, we help restore not just teeth but confidence.
Crowns
Sometimes, a cavity or injury is too large for a simple filling, but that doesn’t mean your child has to lose their tooth. At Kids Care Dental and Orthodontics, we offer pediatric dental crowns to protect and restore damaged teeth, helping your child maintain a healthy, functional smile.
Crowns are tooth-shaped caps that cover and strengthen a tooth that’s been weakened by decay, trauma, or after a baby root canal. We offer both stainless steel crowns (often used for back teeth where durability is key) and tooth-colored crowns for more visible areas, offering both strength and a natural look.
Our team is highly trained in placing crowns for children in a way that’s gentle, efficient, and stress-free. We explain the process in simple terms, keep kids calm and comfortable throughout, and complete most crown procedures in just one visit.
Crowns help protect the tooth until it naturally falls out and is replaced by a permanent one, preventing future infections or alignment issues. With the right care, a crown can last for years and help preserve your child’s dental development.
We’re here to support your child’s oral health with solutions that are both functional and family-friendly.
Gentle Extractions
While we always aim to save natural teeth when possible, there are times when a dental extraction is the healthiest option for your child. Whether due to severe decay, infection, crowding, or a stubborn baby tooth that just won’t budge, our team is here to provide gentle, stress-free extractions in a calm, supportive setting.
At Kids Care Dental and Orthodontics, we understand that both kids and parents can feel anxious about the idea of a tooth extraction. That’s why we approach every case with patience, clear communication, and a kid-friendly mindset. We explain each step in a reassuring way, offer distraction techniques, and ensure your child is completely numb and comfortable before we begin.
Extractions may be necessary to:
- Remove infected or decayed teeth
- Create space for incoming permanent teeth
- Prevent orthodontic complications
- Address injury-related damage
Our pediatric specialists are trained to perform extractions efficiently and with minimal discomfort. Aftercare instructions are always provided, and we’re just a call away if you have any questions during the healing process.
You can trust us to prioritize your child’s comfort and safety every step of the way.
Hospital & Sedation Dentistry
Some children need a little extra support when it comes to dental care, and that’s completely okay. At Kids Care Dental and Orthodontics, we offer hospital and sedation dentistry options for children who have severe dental anxiety, special healthcare needs, or require extensive treatment.
Our goal is to make sure every child receives the care they need in a way that feels safe and positive. Depending on your child’s specific needs, we may recommend options like:
- Nitrous oxide (laughing gas) for light relaxation
- Oral sedation for a deeper sense of calm
- General anesthesia in a hospital setting for complex cases or multiple procedures
We work closely with you to determine the safest, most effective sedation plan for your child. Our pediatric dentists are specially trained in sedation techniques and work in collaboration with trusted medical professionals when hospital care is required.
These services allow us to complete necessary treatments efficiently and without stress, helping children who might otherwise avoid care get back on the path to a healthy smile.
Your child’s comfort, safety, and emotional well-being are always at the heart of what we do. We’re here to provide compassionate care — no matter the circumstance.