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Pediatric Dentistry
Our gentle and compassionate introduction, utilizing the tell-show-do approach is designed to set the stage for a positive dental experience for life.
Pediatric Dentistry
KidZdent: Pediatric Dentists in Old Bridge you can TRUST
At KidZdent, we provide experienced pediatric dental care in Old Bridge, NJ for infants, children and young adults. Parents and children come to our pediatric dentists to understand firsthand that their visit to our office is customized to their needs and comfort level. Our gentle, patient and skilled dental professionals are here to ensure all kids and teens have happy and healthy smiles.
For over 25 years, families like yours have chosen us to be the dental home for their children from the starting point to the finish line! Contact our office today to introduce your child to our team!
Changing Lives by Changing Smiles
What is Pediatric Dentistry?
Pediatric dentistry is the specialized branch of dentistry treating children from birth through adolescence partnering with other medical professionals and age-based specialists to meet the essential healthcare needs of patients during developmental stages. Pediatric dentists in Old Bridge NJ receive advanced degrees in their specialty requiring additional years of training. They nurture a lifetime of positive dental habits and guide the progression of every child’s smile from infancy through early adulthood. Oral healthcare plays a vital role, affecting the growth and function of several areas of the body into adulthood. Many parents are unaware of how important it is to seek proper dental care for their child and establish a dental home as early as one-year-old.
Why Visit a Pediatric Dentist?
Our KidZdent pediatric dentists are dedicated to creating lifelong smiles as a result of the thorough oral assessment and proper patient education. Infants, children, teens, and patients with special needs all benefit from early preventive care, oral hygiene and health guidance, and a customized approach for every child offered by our experienced and caring professional team. Think of KidZdent as the coach behind the champion’s smile.
Oral healthcare and pediatric dentistry are about so much more than just the physical wellness of the mouth, teeth, and gums. The mouth is the primary entryway into one’s body and poor oral health is associated with several medical conditions that have negative consequences impacting the entire body. Bacteria from the mouth can easily get into the bloodstream and cause infection and inflammation wherever it spreads.
Potential Ailments
- Improper structural development of the jaw-line
- Breathing/Respiratory Issues
- Sleep Disorders/Snoring
- Diabetes
- Lip Tie and Tongue Tie
- Digestive Trouble
- Cardiovascular disease
- Tooth decay or loss of teeth
- Gum disease & more.
Tooth pain, gums that are inflamed or bleed, and bad breath can be indicators of poor oral health.
According to the Surgeon General, tooth decay is the single most common chronic childhood disease in America. Informed parents know that pediatric tooth decay is 100% preventable. By teaching their children healthy habits from the start and bringing them to see a KidZdent pediatric dentist for routine dental care, parents can help children avoid serious dental problems or other medical complications in the future. This also nurtures positive dental experiences, reduces anxiety and encourages healthy lifelong dental practices.
Your Child’s First Visit to KidZdent: Our Old Bridge Pediatric Dental Office
Not trying to brag… (well, maybe just a little), but the KidZdent pediatric dental practice has been compared to a ‘Disneyland of Dentistry’ by some of our most consistent and faithful patients. In fact, we have known some of our patients so long we even hire them after they’ve been inspired to complete their professional dental journey. But that doesn’t just happen overnight. That kind of dedication begins with the very first visit to the pediatric dental chair!
Our gentle and compassionate introduction, utilizing the tell-show-do approach is designed to set the stage for a positive dental experience for life. Our team understands how important the first impression is, and we are devoted to making your child’s first visit enjoyable and educational. Our patients grow with us and go on to college with not just healthy and happy smiles, but with the confidence and skills to keep their smiles strong for life.
Why Does A Baby Need A Dental Home By Age One?
- The Pediatric Dentist will screen the infant for early signs of tooth decay, and will evaluate for lip and tongue tie issues that can result in difficulties with feeding, digestion, snoring, sleep apnea, speech, etc.
- The infant’s airway will be evaluated for proper function and development
- Guidance will be given with regard to teething issues, finger/pacifier habits, etc.
- The Pediatric Dentist will initiate preventive strategies for parents during the infant stages, including tips on a healthy diet, proper nutrition, brushing and flossing, which will reduce a child’s risk of preventable dental disease
- Dental costs for children who have their first pediatric dental visit by age one are 40% lower in the first five years of life, as compared to those who do not visit the dentist by their first birthday
- The age one dental exam helps to establish a fun, comfortable relationship with the pediatric dental team and improves the chances of the child feeling relaxed at future dental visits
Your Child's Visit Includes...
- Dental Cleaning
- Dental Examination
- Dental Appointment Photo
- Professional Fluoride Treatment
- Complimentary Dental Care Bag
In addition to caring for your child’s teeth and ensuring they leave our office feeling great, our Old Bridge pediatric dentists take time to educate parents and kids on proper brushing and flossing technique. We also provide advice on diet and nutrition choices that support overall dental health and decrease risk for decay and gum disease.
Prevention and Dental Restorations for Children
Our team offers fluoride and dental sealants as additional preventive efforts. Children whose teeth display decay are treated with the same level of care and attention. Our pediatric dental restorations include tooth-colored, amalgam-free fillings and durable dental crowns to prevent damage to teeth. While many parents think baby teeth don’t need restorative care, the health of baby teeth affects the health of permanent teeth. This makes pediatric dental care very more important for your child’s long-term well-being.
Our Practice Culture
Motivational Charts
By marking or placing stickers on the specific days, these charts will assist you in motivating your children to brush their teeth or remember not to place their fingers in their mouth. The charts will help your young ones enjoy taking care of their teeth.
For a printer-friendly version of each chart, click the title or picture below.
Get in Touch
Have questions or need any help from our team? Reach out to us below and one of our team members will get in touch with you as soon as we see your request.