How often should your youngster receive a dental check-up?
You’ve probably heard that most people need a dental check-up every six months. This is a good schedule for children as well. In some cases, however, a person should see a dentist more frequently. Regardless of their age.
If your child has an increased risk for dental problems, we advise you to bring them in every four months.
Mason Dental in Grapevine is accepting new pediatric patients. If you are looking for a pediatric dentist, we invite you to meet our team.
How Is A Pediatric Dentist Different?
We provide dental care from your little one’s first dental visit through the teen years. We have a child-friendly practice. Our equipment and instruments are specially designed for young patients.
Come visit our team of pediatric dental professionals. We are certain that you will like what you find. Many parents entrust us with their child’s dental care. We are grateful for the relationships we have developed with our patients and their parents.
Know The Risk Factors For More Frequent Dental Visits
Many conditions increase the risk of tooth decay or tooth injury for children and teenagers. The following factors may necessitate visiting the dentist more frequently:
- High sugar intake
- A mother with severe cavities
- Poor oral hygiene
- Baby teeth that come in early
- Severely crooked teeth
- Limited exposure to fluoride
- Bite problems (an underbite, overbite, or crossbite)
- Orthodontia
- Medical conditions that affect oral health
Adolescent Factors
- Eating disorders
- Frequent consumption of soda and energy drinks
- Smoking, vaping, or chewing tobacco
- Mouth, tongue, or lip piercings
- Medical conditions that affect oral health
- Wisdom teeth monitoring
- Orthodontia
Dental visits should start when your child’s first tooth appears—usually before twelve months of age. Let’s work together to make sure your child has a healthy, happy smile.
Contact Mason Dental
817-481-4717
Location (Tap to open in Google Maps):
801 W Wall St
Grapevine, Texas
76051
