How can we help you?
We welcome your questions and encourage you to ask away!
We understand that choosing a dentist for your family is a big decision and you want to make the best choice. Here are some of the most common questions we receive in our office.
If you have a question and don't see it on the list, just give us a call! We are always happy to help and want to help you feel confident in choosing Prairie Dental Care for your family's dental needs.
Pediatric Dentistry
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD), your child should be seen by a dentist around his or her first birthday—or six months after you notice the first tooth erupting through the gum. Teeth generally begin coming in when your child is around six months of age.
What Will Happen During A Child's First Visit?
Your child will be made to feel relaxed and comfortable while we examine his or her mouth for the first time. At this initial visit, we’ll be looking at your child’s teeth, gums, and bite. We may opt to do a cleaning and topical fluoride application. Following this, we’ll offer you practical advice on how to maintain your child’s oral health.
We’ll show you how to brush your child’s teeth and tell you the best toothbrush to use. We’ll offer dietary tips to keep cavities at bay, and we’ll recommend the best products to help your child through teething.
Caring Children's Dentistry in 60506
At Prairie Dental Care, we have a lot of experience with children’s dentistry and spend a lot of time with parents during their child’s first visit to the dentist. We want to answer all your questions and address your concerns. Our goal is to make you and your child feel relaxed in our Aurora, Illinois office. Give us a call today!
Children can begin their dental journey at Prairie Dental Care as soon as their first teeth arrive or by their first birthday. While this may seem early, it lets our dentists monitor their oral health and build a friendly relationship, setting them up for successful visits in the future.
First dental visits at age one typically focus on acclimating to the dental chair and counting and examining new teeth. This is also a great time for parents to have their questions about their child's oral health answered. Parents play an integral role in their child's early oral health by helping with early oral care.
Your Children's Dentist in Aurora, IL
At Prairie Dental Care, our dentists are a husband-and-wife team with their own child, so they understand the nuances of children's and family dentistry. That's why they offer convenient morning, early evening, and Saturday appointments to accommodate the schedules of busy Aurora families.
Our team supports families through each stage of life, whether it's a child's first visit or creating implant dentures for a senior smile.
Contact Prairie Dental Care
If it's time for your child's first dental visit, talk with our team to schedule an appointment or request a visit online.