DENTAL SERVICES

• Introduction
• Preventative
• Restorative
• Cosmetic
• Orthodontic
• Pulp Therapy
• Behavior Management
• Sedation

Prevention

Did somebody say something about an ounce of prevention……?

Prevention is at the heart of the battle against tooth decay. It is critical to know that dental caries is a preventable disease! At GALLERY OF LITTLE SMILES, Dr. Lam emphasizes the importance of establishing good eating, brushing and lifestyle habits to maintain good oral health and prevent dental decay and gum disease.

Obviously, prevention starts in the home. At your child’s first recommended dental visit, Dr. Lam will discuss with you the specific dental needs of your child and any risk factors which may affect your child’s oral health. Dr. Lam will guide you through what to expect in the months and years to come, what pitfalls lie ahead, and how to prevent dental caries in your child for as long as possible.

Diet is one critical aspect of caries prevention. Although young children often need to eat often to maintain energy, health, and alertness, the type of foods eaten differ significantly in their cavity-causing potential. Furthermore, the frequency of feeding is directly related to the likelihood of tooth decay. Therefore, Dr. Lam will help you walk the fine line between adequately nourishing your child, and putting your child at unnecessary risk for tooth decay.

Hygiene is another critical and very controllable aspect of caries prevention. Proper brushing is needed as soon as the first baby teeth erupt! Not only that, but proper brushing technique is critical to effective cleaning and caries prevention. Dr. Lam will discuss in depth each parent’s role in keeping children’s teeth clean. Depending on your child’s caries risk, brushing twice a day may not be enough. Moreover, brushing alone may not be enough!