Children’s Dentistry in Centerville

A Healthy Smile for a Bright Future

Our experienced pediatric dentists can help your child achieve and maintain excellent oral health with a variety of treatments. When your family visits Children’s Dentistry, we take the time to ensure that you feel at ease in our office. We go above and beyond to ease any anxieties or fears your child may have so that they can enjoy a positive experience during their visit. Call us today at 801-295-8322 to make your child’s appointment with Dr. Mark Nelson or Dr. Treagan White and to learn more about pediatric dentistry in Centerville, Utah.

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Visiting Our Top-Rated Pediatric Dentist

At our Centerville Pediatric Dentistry, we truly enjoy caring for all our patients, including young children and teens. We are pleased to provide pediatric dentistry to help you keep your child’s smile in good health.

We encourage you to bring your child to our office every six months for a regular dental exam and cleaning. During this visit, our friendly pediatric dentists and team will gently clean your child’s teeth and check for signs of dental problems, such as tooth decay. Each of our team members is caring and gentle, and we are experienced in making children feel comfortable.

We understand that it is essential to build a positive, trusting relationship between your child and all of their doctors at a young age. We are dedicated to ensuring that your child feels comfortable and safe at our office. When bringing your child to our top-rated pediatric dentist in Centerville, UT, you can rest assured their comfort is a top priority. If you have any questions about your child’s dental health or oral development, we welcome you to ask us during the visit or by calling our office.

In addition to bringing your child to our office for regular checkups, it is vital to help your child establish good oral hygiene habits at home. Teach your child to brush and floss their teeth every day and help them maintain a balanced, healthy diet. We invite you to call or visit our office today to learn more about pediatric dentistry and how we can care for your family.

Questions about pediatric dentistry? Visit our FAQ page here. Want to learn more about the differences between a pediatric dentist and a family dentist? Click here.

Our Pediatric Dental Services

Preventative Dentistry

Preventative dental care is crucial for maintaining the health and well-being of your child’s teeth and gums. Our preventative services include regular check-ups and cleanings, fluoride treatments, sealants, and dietary and oral hygiene instruction. By establishing a strong foundation of preventive care, we can help your child avoid dental problems and achieve a lifetime of good oral health.

Restorative Dentistry

If your child requires restorative dental treatment, we offer a range of procedures to repair and restore the function and appearance of their teeth. These procedures may include fillings, crowns, and extractions. We use only the highest-quality materials and techniques to ensure the best possible outcome for your child’s dental health.

Orthodontics

We offer orthodontic treatment for children and adolescents to help straighten teeth and correct misaligned bites. Our orthodontic services include traditional metal braces, clear ceramic braces, and Invisalign® clear aligners. Our team will work with you to determine the best treatment option for your child’s needs and preferences.

Learn more about Orthodontics here.

Special Needs Dentistry

We understand that some children may have special needs that require extra care and attention during dental treatment. Our team is specially trained to work with children who have physical, mental, or emotional disabilities, and we offer a range of services to meet their unique dental needs.

Learn more about Special Needs Dentistry here.

Sedation Dentistry

For children who are anxious or fearful of dental treatment, we offer sedation dentistry options to help them feel more comfortable and relaxed during their visit. Our sedation options include nitrous oxide (laughing gas), oral conscious sedation, and intravenous (IV) sedation. Our team will work with you to determine the best sedation option for your child’s needs and comfort level.

Learn more about Sedation Dentistry here.

Emergency Dental Care

If your child experiences a dental emergency, we are here to help. Our team is available to provide prompt and effective treatment to alleviate your child’s pain and address the dental issue. Give us a call immediately and we will prioritize getting your child in to see our specialized pediatric dentist.

Learn more about Emergency Dental Care here.

Digital Dental X-Rays

Digital X-rays are one of the advanced diagnostic tools we use to provide you with the best possible care. Digital radiography has changed how we take dental X-rays by making the process faster, more comfortable, and more convenient than ever before. Digital X-rays use a digital sensor to take images of your teeth, unlike traditional X-rays that use film. Digital X-rays use significantly less radiation than conventional film X-rays and require no chemicals to develop the images. Our pediatric dentists can then instantly view the high-quality images on monitors right in the treatment room to provide you with efficient, accurate diagnoses and care. Our team is able to use digital radiography to identify and diagnose several types of dental problems, such as:

  • Decay in between teeth
  • Developmental abnormalities
  • Improper tooth root positioning
  • Cysts and abscesses
  • Fractures in existing fillings
  • Tumors
  • Infection in the tooth nerves
  • Bone loss

Pulp Therapy

When the inner nerves of your child’s tooth are injured, decayed, or infected, our pediatric dentists may recommend pulp therapy to remove the damaged tissue and restore your child’s oral health. Also known as a pulpotomy, this treatment helps prevent extraction and maintain the tooth’s vitality so that your child can enjoy a healthy smile.

A pulpotomy is an endodontic treatment that is most often used on primary (baby) teeth. When decay or injury reaches the dental pulp, which is the tooth’s innermost layer, patients often experience tooth pain and sensitivity. If not treated, the tooth will likely abscess and eventually require extraction. In order to prevent this, our pediatric dentists may recommend a pulpotomy.

During a pulpotomy, we remove the decay and the pulp chamber. The area is sterilized, but unlike a regular root canal treatment, the tooth nerves are not removed or treated. In some cases, not all of the dental pulp is removed, thus maintaining the vitality of the remaining healthy pulp. For these situations, we often use a therapeutic dressing to maintain the healthy pulp. After the decayed pulp is removed and the tooth is cleaned, a dental crown is often required. We most often recommend stainless steel crowns for children.

While pulpotomy is rarely recommended for permanent (adult) teeth, this treatment may be suggested if decay has reached the pulp, but much of the pulp is still healthy. If the roots of the tooth have not finished forming, a partial pulpotomy can give the tooth a chance to finish forming.

Learn more about Pulp Therapy here.

Fluoride Treatment

Preventative dentistry is one of the most important things we do. Ensuring that we can prevent your child from dental problems means less time, money, and discomfort for your child. It means a happy, healthy future for their little smiles. Fluoride treatment is a great option available to help prevent your child’s teeth from cavities and decay. 

For this treatment, your pediatric dentist in Centerville, UT, will apply topical fluoride to your child’s teeth. Topical fluoride treatments for children come in different forms, such as foam, gel, varnish, or a fluoride tray that your child bites into. It is painless, quick, and efficient.

Learn more about Fluoride Treatment here.

Children's dentistry in centerville, UT

Call Today to Get Started

We are dedicated to providing the highest-quality children’s dentistry in Centerville in a warm and welcoming environment. We strive to make every visit to our office a positive experience for your child and to help them achieve and maintain good oral health. Give us a call if you have any questions, and we will be happy to assist you. Thank you for choosing our pediatric dental practice in Centerville, Utah.

You can learn more about your child’s oral health by visiting our page, Pediatric Dentistry FAQ.

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Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions about your child’s first visit or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Nelson or Dr. White.