The Importance of Dental Care for Special Needs Children

Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove

Garden City:516-222-5100

Glen Cove: 516-759-7000

www.PediatricDentistryofGardenCity.com

Did you know that children with special needs are very susceptible to tooth decay, gum disease and oral trauma?   According to the National Maternal and Child Oral Health Resource Center, oral health is their number one unmet health need!  

The good news is that dental diseases are preventable!  With good dental care at an early age, your child can enjoy a healthy smile.

At Pediatric Dentistry of Garden City & Glen Cove, we offer preventative dental care that benefits all children.

Preventive Dentistry Includes:

• Effective Brushing & Flossing
• Moderate Snacking
• Adequate Fluoride
• Regular Professional Cleanings
• Sealants on Molars

It's especially important that kids with special needs seek regular dental checkups in order to prevent bite issues and teeth crowding.  If your child requires special care during their dental visit, we offer gentle care and if desired, even mild sedation.  We can determine the best method of care for your child's specific health needs, discuss the benefits, limits and risks of that technique with you.  

Read more about the importance of dental care here in Parenting magazine or visit our website to learn more about our care for patients with special needs.

If you have any questions about how to best care for your child's dental needs, contact our office.  Call 516-222-5100 to contact our Garden City office or 516-759-7000 to contact our Glen Cove office.  Don’t forget to like us on Facebook, follow us on Twitter, and check out our YouTube channel!