Children’s Dentistry Lincoln Park
Nurturing Smiles as They Grow
A child’s smile requires the same daily attention and professional care as an adult’s. This is why Oz Park Family Dental provides children’s dentistry in Lincoln Park. Apart from checking for cavities and polishing their teeth before they leave, our dentists provide useful tips to improve oral hygiene habits, no matter how old they might be. It is our goal to nurture their smile and keep it cavity-free as they enter each new stage of life. Does your child need a regular checkup and cleaning? If so, book online to schedule an appointment today.
Why Choose Oz Park Family Dental for Children’s Dentistry?
- Family-Friendly Dental Practice in Lincoln Park
- Dental Sedation Available for Children
- Comprehensive Treatment Options for Growing Smiles
Children’s Checkups & Cleanings
Biannual checkups and cleanings are important to your child’s oral growth and development. Our dentists use these visits to not only check for cavities but also monitor their tooth eruption and bite formation. This allows us to catch problems early on and administer timely treatment to avoid more serious issues in the future. In addition to examining and cleaning your child’s teeth and gums, you can expect us to offer helpful tips to be used at home to keep their smile healthy between appointments.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are clear coatings that are used to protect hard-to-reach molars and premolars from cavity-causing bacteria. These chewing surfaces contain tiny crevices that are not only difficult for children to clean but also easy for harmful particles to penetrate. While your child continues to improve their brushing skills over time, our dentists will apply the sealants during a dental checkup, as the process requires little time and is completely painless. In just one visit, we can protect your child’s back teeth for up to 10 years!
Fluoride Treatment
Fluoride is a natural mineral that is used by dentists to protect your child’s teeth so they will remain cavity-free. Designed to strengthen their tooth enamel and prevent future decay, additional fluoride treatment is recommended for young smiles because they are often more likely to develop cavities due to their diet and novice brushing and flossing skills. Applied after each dental cleaning, the fluoride will penetrate the enamel to keep teeth better protected while at home.
Athletic Mouthguards
Just like helmets, knee pads, and shin guards protect various parts of the body during gameplay, a custom athletic mouthguard can be invaluable when preventing sports-related dental emergencies. If your child is active on the court, field, or track, we can have a customized oral appliance created to fit their mouth comfortably. When worn during a game, the mouthguard will serve as a cushioned barrier that protects against excessive pressure and lowers the chances of damaged teeth or gums. Unlike boil-and-bite varieties that do not last, your child’s sportsguard will be a worthwhile investment.
Frenectomies/Lip & Tongue Tie Treatment
If you want your child to enjoy greater oral mobility that positively affects their eating and speaking capabilities, ask our dentists about lip and tongue tie treatment. Although the banded tissues that exist behind the upper lip and/or underneath the tongue are most identifiable during infancy, problems can manifest at any age. Whether you have a baby, school-aged child, or teenager with a lip or tongue tie, we can treat the problem with a virtually painless procedure known as a frenectomy.
Pulp Therapy
Your child’s persistent tooth pain can be remedied with the help of pulp therapy – a treatment option designed to remove infection while allowing the natural tooth to remain firmly in place. Our dentists will use advanced digital imaging to determine if an infection or damage exists within the centralized portion of a tooth. If so, pulp therapy can be administered to alleviate the pain and eliminate the infection, all without removing it prematurely.
Sedation Dentistry for Children
Oz Park Family Dental wants your child to have a positive experience at our Chicago dental office – one that is free of anxiety, fear, and nervousness. We can accomplish this with the help of dental sedation, which is safe and easy to use, and will keep your child comfortable from the start of treatment to the end. Instead of viewing dental visits in a negative way, your child will soon discover a more pleasant and enjoyable way to receive necessary dental care without being overcome with fear.