Why Dental Care Is Critical for Children
Many offices refer children to specialist practices when they need fillings, extractions or other treatment. At Meraki, we strive to provide as much dental care for children in-house as possible.
Dentistry for children is important for many reasons:
Cavity Prevention
Children should start visiting the dentist within 6 months of when they get their first tooth. Early care can help prevent cavities, allowing children to avoid pain or other issues.
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Dental Care Education
We chat with parents and children at their appointments about oral hygiene and how to brush and floss properly at home.
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Bite Development
Dentists monitor your child’s teeth as they are erupting, check their bite, and recommend orthodontic care if needed.
Types of Dentistry for Children
Dentistry for children includes many of the same services offered to adults. Here are some of the types of dental services for children.
​Preventative Dental Care
Preventive care includes cleaning, fluoride treatment, and nutrition and habit counseling on thumb sucking, pacifier use, etc.
Orthodontics
Dentists will assess the child’s bite and refer them for orthodontic care if they need help developing proper bite or teeth alignment.
Care for Dental Injuries
Children need treatment for their injuries and tooth repair if they experience accidents, chipped, displaced, or knocked-out teeth.
Why Meraki is Your Trusted Partner for Children's Dental Care
Meraki strives to deliver an ultra family-friendly environment to make you and your children feel comfortable and at ease. When you work with our team of professionals, you can expect:
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Fun and playful experience for your children;
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Detailed explanation regarding the procedure and involvement, prognosis, and before and after care;
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Overhead HD TV with Netflix (choose anything your kids like!) and other functionalities to distract your kids and make time go by fast;
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Extended hours on selected Saturdays;
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Free on-site parking;
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Transparency fee structure and help finding out what your dental insurance will cover beforehand;
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Direct billing to your insurance carriers.
We can also provide same-day emergency dental services for accidents or when you’re in a pinch. Contact us today or simply come in and say hi!