Thorough & Caring Pediatric Dentists in Austin
The Austin Pediatric Dentists You Can Trust
Here at myDental, we offer children 6 months of age and up the highest quality pediatric dental care. With a caring attitude, a soft touch, and an emphasis on providing your child with a dental experience that is as smooth and pleasant as possible, our pediatric dentists and staff of compassionate pediatric dentistry hygienists make every effort to ensure that your child never develops a fear of the dentist’s office.
Pediatric Dentistry Services We Offer Austin, TX Families Like Yours
We are thorough — not just when it comes to our process, but also when it comes to our available services. Our pediatric dentistry services include:
- Annual exams
- Preventive cleanings
- Panoramic and bite wing X-rays
- Treatment for cavities, bite problems, and thumb sucking
- Dental sealants
- Fluoride treatments
- Screening for early orthodontic problems (jaw and bite problems)
- Brushing education
Why is Choosing the Best Pediatric Dentist in Austin, TX Important?
Early dental exams and cleanings are important in helping your child avoid a life of dental problems. We will teach or remind your child how to correctly brush and floss and why it is important.
Not every dentist that calls themself a “pediatric dentist” actually follows pediatric dentistry best practices. When looking for the best Austin pediatric dentist for your child, you should ask yourself questions such as:
- Does the dentist have experience with children’s dentistry?
- Is the dental office child-friendly?
- Is the dentist’s staff friendly and patient with children?
- Does the dentist use child-appropriate language and communication?
- How does the dentist handle dental emergencies?
- What is the approach to dental anxiety and behavior management?
- Do you and your child feel comfortable and confident with the dentist?
At myDental, we strive to provide the best pediatric dentistry services in Austin. We know that earning your business isn’t something to be taken lightly – especially when the health and wellbeing of your child or children is at stake.
Tips for Preventing Cavities from Our Pediatric Dentists
To prevent cavities, limit your child’s intake of sugary foods and drinks and make sure he is brushing twice a day. If your child is still drinking from a bottle, don’t let her go to bed with a bottle of milk, formula, or juice. When sugar remains on teeth overnight, the teeth can decay quickly.
Brushing and flossing are also important in preventing gingivitis (the early stage of gum disease), which is a nearly universal problem among children and adolescents.
We Make Pediatric Dentistry Positive & Fun: See For Yourself!
The professionals at myDental welcome you and your children to our practice. We are dedicated to making dentistry a fun, educational, positive experience for your child, and we encourage you to participate in your child’s treatment.
For comprehensive and compassionate pediatric dental care, visit myDental. Call the location that is most convenient for you (Elgin , Tech Ridge or Norwood Park) or request an appointment online. We can’t wait to get to know you better!