Yes, it is okay if your child has a snack or light meal a couple of hours prior to the nitrous appointment. Please avoid eating fatty or dairy-heavy foods, as it can cause stomach upset or vomiting after the procedure.
AAPD recommends seeing your child for their first dentist visit when they have their first tooth or around their 1st birthday.
Every six months is recommended to maintain oral health. Visit frequency may vary based on the child’s needs.
Your child’s mouth might feel numb and sore for a few hours. Keep a close eye on them so they don’t accidentally bite their lips, cheeks, or tongue. Stick to soft foods and skip hot drinks until everything feels normal again.
After nitrous, your child will bounce back quickly. Most kids are back to their usual selves in minutes and can eat, drink, and play.
A little tooth sensitivity is normal for a day or two. Brushing gently is fine, and if the tooth feels sensitive for more than a few days, give us a call.
Think of crowns as tiny helmets for teeth! The treated tooth may feel tender and tight at first (kind of like a tight pair of sneakers); some minor bleeding around the gum line for a few days is normal. Avoid sticky or hard foods to prevent loosening the crown. Gentle brushing helps keep the crown shining, and call us if it feels loose or uncomfortable. Brush gently, and call the office if the crown feels loose, bleeding increases, or your child experiences ongoing discomfort.
If your child is uncomfortable, over-the-counter pain medication can be used as directed to help keep them feeling their best.
The treated tooth might be a little sore. Encourage your child to chew on the other side for a few days. Call us if swelling, fever, or pain pops up.
If your child is uncomfortable, over-the-counter pain medication can be used as directed to help keep them feeling their best.
Some bleeding or oozing is normal on the first day. Have your child bite gently on gauze, avoid straws or spitting, and stick to soft foods for the first 2 days. A cold compress placed on the cheek for 10-15 minutes at a time can help with any swelling—like giving the cheek a mini ice hug!
If your child is uncomfortable, over-the-counter pain medication can be used as directed to help keep them feeling their best.
Sealants are like invisible shields for teeth—your child can eat and drink normally. Teeth might feel a little different at first, like gum is stuck on the chewing surface of their teeth, but that’s totally normal.
This magic liquid helps freeze cavities in their tracks. Treated spots may look darker (it’s working!), and your child can eat and drink right away unless told otherwise.
These are placeholders that keep teeth in line while adult teeth get ready to come in. Your child might feel some pressure at first. Avoid sticky or hard foods, and brush carefully around the appliance. If your child is uncomfortable, over-the-counter pain medication can be used as directed to help keep them feeling their best.
We strive to keep our office peanut and tree-nut free for the safety of all our little ones.
TVs on the ceiling and noise-canceling headphones make treatment fly by.
Low-radiation digital X-rays, dye-free varnishes, and airway-focused CBCT imaging.
We believe dental care should feel easy and welcoming. We created a space where families can relax, kids can feel at home, and every smile is treated with thoughtful care.
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