It's nearly summertime, and if your child has yet to see a pediatric dentist in 2015, it's probably time to make an appointment. A check-up is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry every six months, but every child is different—they may need to come in more often. Dental care from Honolulu, Central Oahu, and Maui, Hawaii's Pedodontic Associates can provide your child with the gentle dental care they need to have a healthy mouth and build a foundation for healthy dental practices.

Every child should come in for a visit once their first tooth has erupted, typically within six months but certainly by the age of one. A dentist specializing in pediatrics is vital. Kids' dentists have two years of additional training on top of dental school. During these two years, they learn how to treat infants, toddlers, and adolescents. 

Pedodontic Associates specializes in making your kids comfortable during their visits. Their very first visit will have them sitting in your lap. You'll be "knee to knee" with the dentist, creating a kind of bench for the child to sit on while he or she opens his mouth and tilts his/her head back, looking at you for comfort and reassurance. After the exam, you and your toddler will learn about proper dental care and how to prevent cavities. The more you and your child visit, the more comfortable he or she will be with making regular trips to the dentist. It's good to start them early! Later trips will involve traditional dental cleaning, but all procedures will be performed with patience and optimal attention to your child's needs.

Every parent wants only the best for their kids. Choose the best pediatric dentists in Honolulu, Central Oahu, and Maui by calling Pedodontic Associates today at (808) 487-7933.