Our office recommends that a child’s initial visit to the dentist be when the child is 3 1/2 or 4 years old. This first visit establishes good oral hygiene and eases any anxiety the child may have about visiting the dentist. While we recommend scheduling the first dental visit around age 3 1/2 to 4, we welcome children of any age who have a dental emergency

At Wantagh Dental Arts, we take time with children to introduce them to the dentist and teach them about oral care. We know that providing a positive dental experience for children will encourage them to look forward to their next appointment. As a special treat, our younger patients receive a toy, compliments of the Wantagh Dental Arts staff, at the conclusion of their visit. We want to make sure all of our patients leave smiling!

Wantagh Dental Arts is designed with younger patients in mind. We have a child-friendly staff that enjoy working with children and look for ways to calm and comfort them during their visit to our office. In addition, we have a registered dental hygienist on staff who specializes in pediatric dentistry.

In addition to teaching our younger patients the importance of proper dental care, we can enhance your child’s smile, straighten crooked teeth, correct bite problems, guide erupting teeth into position, and possibly prevent the need for tooth extractions. As with our adult patients, patience and comprehensive care are the backbone of our philosophy and treatment for children.

Establishing proper oral hygiene and habits at an early age is our goal with our young patients. Most children visit our office for preventative procedures including oral exams, prophies, fluoride treatments and x-rays, when necessary. Since early detection of potential dental problems can save patients hundreds of dollars in orthodontic treatment, we encourage evaluations for our patients by our orthodontist specialist.

From cavity repair to miniature root canals, parents can rest easy knowing that Wantagh Dental Arts is fully equipped to handle all dental procedures common with children. In addition, our office offers state of the art dental technology including tooth-colored cavity repair that leaves the patient with a filling that is not visible.

As a parent, you may have questions concerning first-time check-ups, x-rays, dental emergencies, fluoride, and dental office visit anxiety. The following frequently asked questions and answers provided by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry may be helpful. If you have additional questions concerning dental care for children, please contact Wantagh Dental Arts, P.C. at 1-877-295-3051.

Frequently Asked Questions