Children’s Dentist in Bella Vista
Your go-to Bella Vista dentist for kids
At Lexington Dental we understand that many children don’t like going to the dentist at the best of times. That’s why we go out of our way to try to make it a fun and exciting experience for them, every visit. It’s important to provide children with the tools to develop great oral health habits from a young age. That way they can carry them into adulthood and have the best chance of enjoying a life of healthy teeth and gums.
At Lexington Dental, we’re experienced in paediatric dental care. While good oral hygiene is universal, there are dental issues that are specific to children. Our dentists can confidently support you through all your little one’s dental milestones. It’s important that patients know what to expect, even the littlest ones. So, we explain each step to children, in a way they can understand, before starting any treatment.
We aim to develop a great relationship with your entire family to provide the best oral care possible, for the long run.
Our child-friendly dental services
We offer a range of children’s dental services at our Bella Vista dental practice. Each service has been especially designed to suit children’s delicate teeth and gums:
Dental check-up and clean
During a children's check-up and clean we do a thorough examination of your child’s teeth. We take note of the number of teeth they have and the position of their teeth. We also check for any signs of cavities or gum issues. In most cases, once the exam is over we use a flavoured toothpaste to give their teeth a good clean.
Fluoride treatment
Fluoride is a special mineral used to strengthen teeth. We use a range of yummy flavours in our fluoride to make it a fun experience for your kids. This is particularly important for your child's new and vulnerable teeth, and ensures we help strengthen and protect them from decay as soon as possible, in addition to drinking tap water and using an age appropriate toothpaste.
Dental extraction
Occasionally your child may require a dental extraction, this could be due to severe tooth decay, overcrowding or alignment issues. Having a tooth extracted can seem frightening to children (and adults, alike), so we make an extra effort to ensure your child feels calm and relaxed throughout the procedure.
Mouthguards
If your child requires a custom-made mouthguard for sport, we’ve got you covered. We use the highest quality material to create mouthguards that offer increased protection against sporting injuries to the mouth.
Bella Vista children’s dentist
When should my child have their first dental appointment?
At Lexington Dental, we recommend bringing your child in for their first dental visit once they get their first tooth. This is a great opportunity for our dentists to answer any questions you may have about children’s oral health and various milestones.
Regular dental appointments from a young age are important for your child’s oral development. They also allow for a good relationship to be developed between your child and their dentist which can encourage a life of great oral health.
