It is generally recommended that a child be seen by a dentist by the age of 1 or within 6 months after his or her first tooth comes in. Taking your child to the dentist at a young age is the best way to prevent problems such as tooth decay, and can help parents learn how to clean their child’s teeth and identify his or her fluoride needs. After all, decay can occur as soon as teeth appear. Bringing your child to the dentist early often leads to a lifetime of good oral care habits and acclimates your child to the dental office, thereby reducing anxiety and fear, which will make for plenty of stress-free visits in the future. And in between those examinations, it’s important that you work to keep your teeth and gums clean and healthy. At our pediatric dental practice, we provide state of the art dentistry for children, infants, and patients with special needs. Obtaining a specialist in pediatric dentistry is important, so that kids learn at a young age that going to the dentist can be a fun and rewarding experience! We always allow parents to be present for dental procedures, and for your child we provide a fun atmosphere with toys, movies and video games. We want our office to feel like home for your family, so visiting us will always be a breeze! Dr. Ebonee Starr is highly trained in children’s dentistry and will ensure not only the best in oral care, but continuous advice in preventative medicine, so your child will have an early start to a lifelong happy and healthy smile.