Pediatric Dentistry Kahala provides preventive and diagnostic dentistry for children of all ages in Honolulu, HI. To make an appointment for your child, please call our office at
.Preventive dental care is a cornerstone of children’s oral health. When young patients receive routine care like cleanings, exams, digital radiographs also known as x-rays, and fluoride treatments, they lower their chances of developing severe oral health problems in childhood and later life.
Diagnostic care allows pediatric dentists to discover hidden problems like tooth decay in a safe, non-invasive procedure. Digital radiographs allow dentists to look inside the tooth and below the gum line, checking for decay and developmental issues.
Children aged one and up generally need a dental cleaning every six months. The hygienist gently removes plaque and calculus and polishes away stains, revealing your child’s most brilliant smile. When left in place, plaque and calculus can contribute to tooth decay and gum disease.
Your child’s dentist and hygienist will ensure you understand home care techniques for brushing, flossing, and selecting the right products. Proper home care can help prevent many severe oral health issues from occurring.
Our pediatric dentists, Dr. Hirai and Dr. Rawson, carefully track each child’s oral development and check for signs of trouble before they develop into problems. They are always open to parent questions and concerns.
Dental X-rays are a valuable diagnostic tool used to identify decay, extra teeth, bone defects, tumors, cysts and check the progress of previous procedures. Advances in technology now allow for digital X-rays, which reduce radiation exposure more than 50 percent, and produce instant, high-quality images that can be viewed immediately by the dentist and the patient.
Today’s digital radiographs or X-rays are safer, faster, and more comfortable than the film version you may remember from childhood. They use up to 90 percent less radiation than traditional film X-rays, making them a valuable diagnostic tool.
At the end of your child’s appointment, with parental consent, your child will have the opportunity to receive a fluoride treatment to harden their enamel and help prevent tooth decay.
Older children with molars can receive sealants, filling in the deep crevices where plaque and food can cause hidden decay.
We would love to show you how preventive and diagnostic dental care can help improve your child’s smile and oral health. If your child needs an exam, dental cleaning, or other preventive service, please call our Honolulu, HI, office at
to schedule an appointment today.
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