Along with visiting the pediatrician for your child’s overall health, a pediatric dentist is an imperative source for your child’s dental care. Serving families in Central Oahu, Honolulu, and Maui, Pedodontic Associates is specialized in the preventative care of infant teeth to help the proper growth of healthy permanent teeth.

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists (AAPD) and the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), a child’s first dental visit should be within the first six months of the child’s first tooth. Beginning with the appearance of your child’s first tooth, visiting the pediatric dentist every six months will aid in healthy gums and teeth. 

By establishing strong dental habits in childhood, it will benefit your child’s overall health throughout adulthood. Even before tooth growth, gently rubbing a soft, wet cloth and a pea-sized dab of toothpaste will help maintain your child’s dental health before and between dental visits.

Adult teeth are determined by the proper care of baby teeth. Infant tooth decay, or Early Childhood Caries (ECC), may disrupt healthy growth of adult teeth that will affect eating and speaking. Quitting bottle usage by age one and avoiding sharing saliva with your child are also ways to help prevent infant tooth decay.

The connection between dental health and general health are inextricably linked. With daily brushing and flossing, the presence of oral bacteria will be kept under control to prevent diseases such as tooth decay and gingivitis.

Pedodontic Associates's team of experienced professionals strives for the care of every child and adolescent’s dental care in their practice. Visit their website to find the location nearest you or call (808) 487-7933 to book your appointment.