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Teeth Cleanings & Exams

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    Teeth Cleanings & Exams

    In order to best maintain your child’s overall dental health, we recommend your child receive a dental cleaning and exam here at Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry every 6 months. Helping your child establish good oral hygiene habits at home is essential in managing plaque and tartar buildup and preventing gum disease. This further sets your child up for good oral health practices and a healthy smile down the road.

    What To Expect

    At Santa Barbara Children’s Dentistry, we always cater your child’s visit to their comfort level and dental needs. At the start of the visit, Dr. Hayley will determine if any imaging or x-rays are needed based on the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry guidelines. If these are needed, our staff will explain the process and take your child’s needed x-rays.

    Next, Dr. Hayley will explain and evaluate your child’s mouth for cavities, infections, decay, sores, or swollen and bleeding gums.

    In conjunction with the visual exam, Dr. Hayley Cox will examine any x-rays and address any concerns or questions you may have regarding your child’s overall dental health as well as explain what you can expect as your child grows.

    Finally, our staff will perform a dental prophylaxis or cleaning on your child to remove any plaque and tartar and leave your child with a sparkling smile.

    For Children Under 3 years of age

    The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children have their first dental visit 6 months after their first tooth erupts or before their first birthday.

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    LAP EXAM

    Your little one’s exam will take place in our exam chair or in your lap for what we call a “lap exam” depending on the comfort level of your child. The lap exam is a knee-to-knee position that allows you to hold your child and gently bend them back on to Dr. Hayley’s lap. This position provides comfort for the child while also allowing Dr. Hayley to perform her exam and you an opportunity as the parent to learn how to properly brush and care for your child’s teeth. Although the exam goes by quickly, this is a very thorough exam by the doctor and establishes your child’s sense of security with our office and team.

    Teeth Cleanings & Exams - Santa Barbara Children's Dentistry
    Your child’s dental health is important to us and we want to empower you in helping to keep their teeth sparkly clean! To make an appointment, please reach out to our office. We can’t wait to meet you and your family! (805) 421-4469

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    3740 State Street
    Santa Barbara, CA 93105

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    • Our Promise
    • New Patients
      • New Patient Info
      • New Patient Form
    • Meet the Team
      • Dr. Hayley Cox
      • Our Team
    • Services
      • Teeth Cleanings & Exams
      • X-rays
      • Sealants
      • Sedation Dentistry
      • Fillings
      • Crowns
      • Space Maintainers
      • Dental Emergencies
    • FAQ
    • Contact
    Santa Barbara Children's Dentistry