The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends baby's first dental checkup when you see their first tooth, no later than their first birthday. Time for your child's dental checkup? Request an appointment online and our front desk will contact you to find a time that works for you and your child.
SHIELD Pediatric Dentistry is a dental office in Westport, MA specializing in the prevention and treatment of dental problems in kids up to the age of 18.As a parent, you put your children before yourself. The SHIELD Mission is to provide your family with the premier pediatric dental care they deserve in our state-of-the-art dental practice.
SHIELD Pediatric Dentistry is a dental office in Westport, MA specializing in the prevention and treatment of dental problems in kids up to the age of 18.As a parent, you put your children before yourself. The SHIELD Mission is to provide your family with the premier pediatric dental care they deserve in our state-of-the-art dental practice.
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The SHIELD Mission
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Our mission at SHIELD Pediatric Dentistry is to provide the foundation for a lifetime of great teeth and healthy smiles. We do this by building a great patient care experience with our patients. Our patients often say that they enjoy coming to the dentist. A general dentist may refer you to us for specialized pediatric dental care.
Prevention & Nutrition
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Did you know diet plays a huge favor in the development of your child's teeth? At SHIELD Pediatric Dentistry, we believe prevention and nutrition are the foundation of healthy teeth and gums for life. We provide diet and nutrition counseling and encourage healthy changes to promote overall well-being.
Cleanings & Checkups
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In addition to home care, the American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that you visit your dentist at least one year for a comprehensive oral examination and dental cleaning. The American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommend that your child should visit the dentist within six months after your child's first tooth appears, but not to wait longer than the child's first birthday.
Oral Habits
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We provide counseling and intervention for many oral habits, including thumb sucking. In many cases, we are able to encourage your child to stop negative habits without the use of an appliance. Occasionally, we will need to install a appliance to discourage these negative habits so that it doesn't impact your child's facial development.
Fluoride Treatments
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After your comprehensive oral cleaning, your dentist in Westport, MA may apply a topical fluoride varnish to your teeth. Fluoride works by hardening the outer layer of the tooth (the enamel) to make it more resistant to acid erosion of oral bacteria. Topical fluoride may reverse early tooth decay. We may also prescribe a prescription toothpaste with a higher concentration of fluoride.
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