Pediatric Dentistry | Children's Dentistry of Coventry

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Dental care for children ages 0-18, with an emphasis on the prevention of dental disease. Our goal is to monitor your child's growth and development during the growing years to ensure optimal oral health. We follow the guidelines set forth by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and recommend that your child's first dental visit occur at the eruption of his or her first tooth or before his or her first birthday, whichever comes first. GENERAL TOPICS: What is a Pediatric Dentist? Why are the Primary Teeth so Important? Eruption of Your Child's Teeth DENTAL EMERGENCIES Dental Radiographs (X-rays) What's the Best Toothpaste for my Child? Does Your Child Grind His Teeth at Night? (Bruxism) Thumb Sucking What is Pulp Therapy? What is the Best Time for Orthodontic Treatment? Adult Teeth Coming in Behind Baby Teeth EARLY INFANT ORAL CARE: Perinatal & Infant Oral Health When Will My Baby Start Getting Teeth? Baby Bottle Tooth Decay (Early Childhood Caries) Sippy Cups PREVENTION: Care of Your Child's Teeth Good Diet = Healthy Teeth How Do I Prevent Cavities? Seal Out Decay Fluoride Mouth Guards Xylitol - Reducing Cavities Beware of Sports Drinks ADOLESCENT DENTISTRY: Tongue Piercing - Is it Really Cool? Tobacco - Bad News in Any Form

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