Overview
Maintaining dental health in children is crucial. It is important to teach children about the importance of maintaining oral health and implementing a good habit of oral hygiene. Healthy habits for better oral health includes brushing teeth twice a day, eating a healthy diet, and regular dental checkups.
General Dentistry for Children
Make sure to schedule regular dental visits (every six months) for your child. Children are highly vulnerable to dental issues like tooth plaque, cavities, and others. Regular dental checkup for children is the best way to detect any issue at the earliest and prevent major dental problems.
Dental Services for Children
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Oral examination
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Dental cleaning
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Dental sealant
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Tooth decay prevention
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Nutrition counseling
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Preventive care
Newborn Oral Care
It is vital to care for your child’s oral hygiene from birth. Well-Maintained oral health helps to reduce the chances of tooth decay in infants and children. With the help of a moistened washcloth wrapped around your index finger gently wipe the baby’s gum. Try this practice, especially after your newborn’s last feed.
Dental Treatment for Kids
Many parents makes the common mistake of assuming that their child’s teeth are in immaculate condition because they are young. In reality, preventive dentistry treatments for children are as important as for adults. At TruCare Dentistry, we provide the following dental treatment for kids.
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Mouthguards
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Gum disease treatment
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Trauma or injury involving teeth
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Cracked or chipped teeth
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Filling of cavities and Tooth extraction
Children’s Emergency Dentist
As dental emergencies can occur at any time, you should keep your dentist’s contact number handy. If you live near Roswell, Marietta, or surrounding communities and have a dental emergency for your children call us at (678) 321-7575.
“Regular dental visits help prevent disease and catch problems early when treatment is simpler and less costly.”
“Our Roswell office is designed to provide comprehensive care under one roof — minimizing referrals and keeping treatment convenient for families in Roswell and Marietta.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When should a child have their first dental visit? +
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first dental visit by age one or when the first teeth erupt.
How often should children visit the dentist? +
Most children should visit the dentist every six months for checkups and preventive care.
What children's dental services does TruCare offer? +
TruCare provides oral exams, cleanings, sealants, decay prevention, nutrition counseling, and preventive care for children, along with treatment for common issues such as fillings, trauma, and extractions when needed.
What should parents do for newborn oral care? +
Before teeth erupt, gently wipe your baby's gums with a clean, damp washcloth after feedings.
How can I help prevent baby bottle tooth decay? +
Use a bottle for formula, regular milk, or breast milk only — not juice or sugary drinks. Brush teeth after nighttime feedings once teeth appear, and avoid putting sugar or honey on a pacifier.
What should I do for a children's dental emergency? +
Call TruCare Dentistry at (678) 321-7575 during business hours for urgent dental needs such as a knocked-out tooth, injury, fracture, or severe tooth pain.
Schedule Your Visit in Roswell, GA
Same-day emergency appointments available. Serving Roswell, Marietta, and East Cobb.