Kids Zone

Paoli PA Dentist

Did you know the American Dental Association recommends children see the dentist by their first birthday or when they get their first tooth? At Lenker Dental Dr. Heather wants to help you be prepared to take care of your child’s oral health from the day they are born. That’s the beauty of a family a dentist we can cover your entire family’s dental needs from children to grandparents!

Good habits start early! That’s why preventative care is important to maintaining a healthy and cavity-free mouth. Our Paoli dental team values working with children and their families early on to establish good habits for life-long healthy teeth, gums, and smiles. Dental cleanings and exams are recommended twice a year. These visits allow your little one to be introduced to the dentist and also help us get to know each other so we can make recommendations based on your child’s individual needs.

Preventative Care
Brushing, flossing, and fluoride can go a long way towards preventing dental decay. This starts with establishing a good routine at home with your child, but we know this isn’t always easy! Be sure to ask Dr. Heather for tips and tricks on brushing and flossing at home. During your dental visits we can cover questions like: When should I brush? What kind of toothpaste When do I start using fluoride?

Restorative Care
Dr. Heather has experience treating children of all ages. If your child has a cavity there are a number of options on how it can be fixed depending on many different considerations including the size of the cavity, your child’s age, and much more. These are all things that our team will cover with you so that you can make the best most informed decision for your child. As always we want your child to be comfortable while receiving care, so they happy memories of going to the dentist for the rest of their lives!

Special Needs
Dental visits can be challenging for a child or adult with special needs, which can be a major source of stress and anxiety for both the individual and caregiver. Our team enjoys working with special needs children and adults to help them achieve a healthy smile. Our Paoli dentists work closely with our special needs patients and their families to determine the best options for delivering safe, stress-free care.

Our top-notch dental team is able to provide care to individuals with special health care needs, physical disabilities, behavioral disorders, and mental disabilities.

Going to the dentist can be fun and exciting! By starting good oral-health habits early together as a team we can help your child achieve long-term dental success! Call us with any questions (610) 644-9350.