PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY

Meet and Greet

To help your child feel comfortable, we will introduce ourself as well as explain each step of the checkup with your child.  We will show him/her the tools she'll be using, and for young children, assure him/her that he/she can sit on Mommy's or Daddy's lap as well as stop any procedure if he/she is nervous.  At any point, we are happy to address your questions and concerns.

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Counting Teeth

Since some dental equipment can make scary noises, especially the spitting cup and the suction straw, we will show your child how it works and how to use it properly.  We will then put on gloves and a mask to count your child's teeth and can demonstrate either on a model or on you first, before putting his fingers in your child's mouth.

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Squeaky Clean

Using a rotary toothbrush, we will let your child see and hear the brush before it's even placed in his/her mouth to help put him/her at ease.  With the parent's permission, we may apply a coat of topical fluoride as the final step.  Remember, a child should not eat or drink for 30 minutes after treatment.

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Time for a Prize

Here at The Star Dental Group, we want your child to think the dentist's office is a fun place.  After each visit, we welcome your child to pick a prize from our treasure chest.

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Dr. Scott at The Star Dental Group in Warren, NJ will be happy to discuss your child's oral health development at any point during your visit, which can include:

• Caring for an infant's or toddler's mouth

• Proper use of fluoride

• Oral habits, including finger or thumb sucking

• Ways to prevent accidents that could damage the face and teeth

• Teething and milestones of development

• How diet affects oral health