Your Questions

• What is a pediatric dentist?
• When should my child see a dentist for the first time?
• What will happen at my child’s first dental visit?
• Why should decayed baby teeth be fixed?
• Why does my child need X-rays?
• How should I care for my child’s teeth?
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• What is Baby Bottle Decay?
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What is a pediatric dentist?

A pediatric dentist is a dentist that focuses on the oral health and dental needs of young people. The pediatric dentist completes a two to three year rigorous training program after dental school to become a pediatric dentist. This specialized training provides the pediatric dentist with the skills needed to meet the unique needs of infants, children, and adolescents.