For some children, though, the dreaded cavity eventually comes. When this happens, there are further discussions you should have. Tell your child in simple, non-frightening terms what she can expect. The dentist will likely take pictures of her mouth (an x ray). Remind her that pictures don’t hurt. The dentist may put a special medicine in her mouth to make it numb, so that the filling won’t hurt. Lastly, the dentist will clean out the cavity and fill it up with a special ‘filling’, so that the cavity doesn’t spread and rot the tooth.

There are ways to encourage children to get involved in their own tooth care. A few easy and affordable ways are allowing them to choose their own ADA approved toothbrush and toothpaste. And remember, children often follow what they see modeled, so be a good example and brush your teeth alongside your child. You can save worries and ease fears by talking to your kids about cavities!

At Children’s Dental Group in Las Vegas, Nevada, we are proud of our reputation as the number one pediatric dental service provider in the area. No matter which service we are offering your child, be it a cleaning, a filling, or a more in depth procedure, you can rest assured that we will handle your most precious gift with the utmost comfort and care.

Our pediatric dental staff is especially trained in working with children, and we would be happy to work with you and yours. Call us today to schedule your appointment!