Children's Dental Care
We provide quality, comprehensive children's dentistry for your children. Our objective is create a safe and fun dental atmosphere both you and your children can enjoy.
We provide an environment without fear and apprehension so that we may develop a positive, long-lasting relationship with you and your children.
Our children's dentistry emphasizes cavity prevention and good oral hygiene. Tooth decay is a common problem among children aged 4 to 12. Our team can help you and your children eliminate the pain and discomfort of tooth decay and to develop habits conducive to great oral health.
Our comprehensive children's dentistry includes fillings, stainless steel crowns, pulp therapy and space maintenance. Contact us today to schedule an appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Your child's baby teeth hold a space for their permanent teeth which will grow in later. If the baby teeth are lost or damaged early this could result in the loss of space which could cause tooth crowding and/or displacement of the permanent ones.
Begin cleaning your baby’s mouth during the first few days after birth by wiping the gums with a clean, moist gauze pad or washcloth. As soon as teeth appear, decay can occur. You can prevent decay by reducing the bacteria in your babies mouth and by avoiding sugary liquids in the bottle.
To help reduce the bacteria in your babies mouth, try not to share your saliva with your baby through licking the feeding spoons or pacifiers. After each feeding. wipe your child's gums with a clean damp washcloth. Place only formula, milk or breast milk in bottles. Avoid filling the bottle with sugar water, juice or soft drinks. Infants should finish their bedtime and nap time bottles before going to bed. Don't dip your babies pacifier in sugar or honey.
Meet Our Doctor:
Dr. Marie Johnson DDS
Dr. Marie Johnson grew up in southern Maine, where her father and grandfather were dentists. She went to St. Mary’s College of Maryland and graduated cum laude with a BA in biology after spending time both in the Gambia, West Africa and Australia during her studies. She attended the University of Maryland School of Dentistry graduating magna cum laude. Dr. Marie moved to Seattle to complete a General Practice Residency at the University of Washington. She worked in private practice in the Baltimore area as well as in the Sultanate ...