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Help keep your child's dental health and oral care the very best it can be by scheduling frequent dental check ups. Dental x-rays are an extremely important part of your dental exam. Dental x-rays offer a better picture of your dental health and can detect any hidden problems or abnormalities. The AAO recommends children have their first orthodontic exam before the age of seven.

By receiving an early orthodontic examination, the dentist can begin necessary dental procedures at an early stage Continue reading. Sealants is the acrylic coating that protects the chewing surfaces from tooth decay in children. Sealants keep food and germs out of the nooks and crannies of the child's teeth lowering the risk of decay. The acrylic bonding or tooth colored fillings are for children and adults.

The bonding is used for fillings in the posterior teeth. The great thing about using acrylic bonding is it strengthens the teeth and it gives a natural look and feeling. At Los Angeles Pediatric Dental Center we care for children of all ages.
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Many people find themselves feeling a little uneasy when visiting the dentist office.
At Los Angeles Pediatric Dental Center, Dr. James E. Dickey fully understands and offers the very best in dental techniques to help his patients feel at ease when visiting our office.
Los Angeles Pediatric Dental Center strives to not only make their customers feel comfortable but also educate their patients on how important preventative dental care is for long lasting, healthy teeth and gums.
Over time, we have developed a dental office made up of happy and loyal patients and welcome new patients for years to come.
Dental x-rays are an extremely important part of your dental exam.
Dental x-rays offer a better picture of your dental health and can detect any hidden problems or abnormalities.
When the x-rays go through the mouth, the denser parts like your teeth will show up giving the dentist a clear picture of any cavities or tooth decay.
Depending on the patients dental health will determine how often they need dental x-rays.
It' ultimately up to the dentist to determine how often you need x-rays.
His determination is based on his original examination of your dental health and medical health.
Following a procedure in which the lip or cheek are numb, be careful not to eat foods that involve chewing until the numbness goes away.
Smoothies, milk shakes and yogurt are just a small example of "safe" foods that can be had while numb.
You can resume a normal diet once the numbness is gone which should be within 2 to 3 hours after the appointment.
Do not allow your child to rub, scratch or pinch their face while numb as they will surely injure their skin.
They may say "it itches" or "hurts", they are simply referring to the numb sensation and need to be assured that the area is "asleep" and will "wake-up" in a little while.
Nitrous Oxide is one of the most common forms of sedation in dentistry.
Also, know as laughing gas, the patient will inhale the gas and within minutes will fall into a euphoric state and fell relaxed.
This is especially helpful for adults who feel anxious and nervous when visiting the dentist.
Dentist also find that sedation is very helpful when dealing with children who have trouble visiting the dentist as well.
Nitrous Oxide sedation is extremely safe and effective.
The affects of the gas will wear off quickly once the dental procedure is done.
The AAO recommends children have their first orthodontic exam before the age of seven.
By receiving an early orthodontic examination, the dentist can begin necessary dental procedures at an early stage.
By starting necessary dental therapy, often times the child can lower the risk of more complex dental problems in the future.
Usually by adolescence your child's permanent teeth have erupted.
Because their bones and jaws are pretty much developed by this time makes it the perfect time to make any dental corrections needed.
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