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Your child’s teeth go through important stages as they grow. From the first baby tooth to the transition into permanent teeth, each phase plays a key role in their long-term oral health. At Children's Dentistry of Redding, we help guide parents through every step with clear, simple care recommendations.
We recommend scheduling your child’s first dental visit around their first birthday or when their first tooth appears. Early visits help identify potential concerns and help parents build healthy habits from the start.
Preventing cavities starts with consistent habits. Brushing twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, limiting sugary snacks, and keeping regular dental checkups are some of the best ways to protect your child’s teeth.
Pediatric dentists complete additional training focused on children’s dental care. This allows treatment to be tailored for growing smiles while helping children feel safe, calm, and comfortable.
Dental anxiety is common for children. Our team uses a gentle, patient-first approach with clear communication and a welcoming environment to help each visit feel easier for both kids and parents.
Pediatric Dentists are like pediatricians for teeth. After dental school, they complete 2-3 extra years focusing solely on children's dental care.
Schedule their first appointment around their first birthday. This helps parents understand their child's dental needs early on.
Reassure them that everything will be fine. Avoid using words like "shot" or "needle."
"Courteous and quality care. My 3 yr old boy came in screaming with anxiety... We were able to conduct an exam and my son left smiling!"
"My daughter LOVES the dentist because the Doctors and Staff here are so warm, patient, gentle, and caring! We love Dr. Aaron."
"The staff is friendly and the dentist has an exceptional amount of patience. They kept my daughter comfortable and she was smiling!"
"The office radiates amazing energy with friendly staff. My daughter felt comfortable and happy, and left excited wanting to go back."
"Our kids always enjoy going there. They handled an urgent situation with our son calmly and quickly. They're friendly and kind."
"We absolutely love coming here. My kids have grown up seeing Dr. Bjarnason and love him and his amazing staff."