Smiles-R-Us for Kids Pediatric Dentistry

We know that the health and success of your child are your top priorities. That’s why we offer child-centered dental care for your little ones at Smiles-R-Us for Kids Pediatric Dentistry in Carrollton, GA.

Dr. Jamey Chang kick-started her career in pediatric dentistry over a decade ago, making her one of the leading child-friendly dentists in the area today. If you’re ready to see why kids and parents alike love our caring team, then schedule an appointment today at (770) 214-5555.

How does pediatric dentistry differ from general dentistry?

Typically, general dentistry is geared more toward older teens and adults, as the procedures and treatments commonly address issues found in more mature smiles. However, pediatric dentistry meets and addresses the needs of growing smiles, such as:

• Infant oral health screenings and exams
• Kid-friendly dental cleanings
• Cavity treatments on baby teeth
• Pediatric periodontal (gum) disease treatments
• Bite and alignment issues
• Enamel-building fluoride treatments
• Protective dental sealants
• Restorative treatments for injured baby teeth

What if my child has both baby and adult teeth?

Our Carrollton pediatric dentist is uniquely trained to address patients with mixed dentition (meaning patients with both baby and adult teeth). As such, Dr. Chang can easily keep up with the ever-evolving needs of your child’s developing smile.

We recommend visiting a pediatric dentist twice a year until your child has all of their permanent teeth or until they feel comfortable transitioning to a general dentist. However, older teens and adult patients with special needs are always welcome in our friendly and inviting pediatric dental clinic!

Exploring Pediatric Dentistry Services

There are several ways that our children’s dentist in Carrollton can help your child get a healthy, functional smile, including:

• Fluoride treatments: Fluoride is a naturally-occurring mineral that helps fortify dental enamel. These treatments strengthen weak teeth, which reduces the risk of accidental damage and cavities.
• Dental sealants: Chang can apply dental sealants onto the chewing surfaces of teeth (like the molars) to prevent dental damage, enamel erosion, and cavities.
• Low-radiation digital x-rays: At Smiles-R-Us for Kids Pediatric Dentistry, we only use digital x-ray technology. These images require 90% less radiation, making it a safe and effective way to get crystal-clear images of your child’s underlying oral structures.
• Space maintainers: Growing smiles tend to shift, making it difficult for erupting adult teeth to secure their position in the mouth. Space maintainers help keep surrounding teeth in place, which makes it easier and less painful for new teeth to grow.
• Dental restorations: It’s important to treat damage and cavities on baby teeth, even if children eventually lose them. Dr. Chang uses gentle techniques and high-quality dental restorations to repair damage and keep your little one’s mouth healthy as it develops.