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Children’s Dentistry

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Children's Dentistry For years, the American Academy of Pediatrics advised parents to begin children’s dentist visits before the third birthday. The AAP now advises American Fork and Lehi parents to take their toddler to their family dentist before their first birthday, or about six months after their first tooth appears.

Why? Prevention, prevention, prevention! Sadly, Utah County dentists find advanced tooth decay in very young children.

High-risk children should be seen as early as possible. Following are some of the risk factors:

  • Sleeping with a bottle
  • Drinking juice continually during the day
  • Abnormal tooth development
  • Thumb sucking
  • Tooth grinding
  • A mother with significant tooth decay
  • Other health problems

To talk to us about your child’s oral health, call 801-374-0070. At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry, we pamper our youngest patients and their Provo parents. We would love to serve you with the most advanced dental care in Provo.

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry
3575 N 100 E
Provo , Utah 84604
https://www.cosmeticdentistryutahcounty.com/
801-374-0070

We are known for our family dentistry, but many of our patient may not know that we offer dental implants as well.

Sedation Dentistry In Provo For Kids And Parents

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Sedation Dentistry In Provo For Kids And Parents

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry we know that many Provo children fear going to the dentist. We are Dr. Hammond and we at Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry want to make your child’s first visit to our Provo practice a positive experience. Regular dental check-ups from toddler age are an essential part of oral hygiene.

Utah parents can follow these guidelines to help prepare their child for a dental visit.

1. Talk about the exam with your child. Answer any questions with uncomplicated answers.
2. Don’t share your bad dental experiences with your child.
3. Don’t imply that the exam will be painful.
4. Help your child understand that this is an important part of staying healthy.
5. Don’t offer a reward for visiting the dentist.

It is important for parents to make sure they aren’t anxious about Provo dental visits because children can sense their stress.

At Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry we have been treating children and adults since 1967. Our professional, friendly staff can calm the nerves of a fearful child and help them have a gentle dental experience.

If you or your Provo child has had a bad dental experience or is unable to stay calm while visiting the dentist, ask us about sedation dentistry. We want all of our patients to feel as comfortable and relaxed as possible while receiving excellent dental care.

For simple dental procedures topical anesthetics are applied to the gums and other tissues reducing oral sensation. If you require more sedation, nitrous oxide and general anesthesia are safe solutions.

Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry also offers complete smile makeovers which may include dental implants, teeth whitening, dental veneers, or any other cosmetic dental procedures required. All of these can be done with some type of sedation if required.

Don’t let your fears or your child’s fears keep your child from having a beautiful, healthy smile. Contact Hammond Aesthetic & General Dentistry today!