This visit will take about one hour. As with an adult, we first evaluate the young patient’s health and dental history, then we begin a comprehensive dental exam including charting and photos, a dental cleaning and evaluation of gum health, bitewing xrays, application of fluoride tretment, and possibly a panoramic xray to evaluate the natural eruption process of secondary teeth after the baby teeth are lost. If there are concerns weather the adult teeth will grow in straight, we will refer you to an excellent orthodontist. To prevent cavities in the pits and grooves of your child’s permanent teeth we may recommend dental sealants.
