Family Dentist - Gilbert, AZ
Dental Services For The Whole Family
At Classic Dental Care Gilbert we are dedicated to providing full care to the entire family. That means we have a skilled children's dentist and family dentist in Dr. Kleiner and our team in Gilbert.
Why Choose Classic Dental Care For Family Dentistry?
Family First Approach: At our office we know that family comes before all else, that's why we treat you and your family like a member of ours. At Classic Dental Care we look to provide the best family dentistry care in Gilbert.
Gentle, Caring Dental Team: When bringing your family to the dentist you always want a team that is gentle and comforting. Our team at Classic Dental Care Gilbert is just that!
Affordable Options: We offer a variety of ways to save money, easy finance options, and have dedicated insurance coordinators to help you navigate your dental insurance coverage and make the most of your plan.
Children's Tooth Decay
Children are at risk of tooth decay because their enamel is much softer and thinner on their baby teeth than it would be on adult teeth. Taking care of children’s teeth early on will make sure their adult teeth grow into the correct position and stay healthy. Decay is caused by a breakdown of enamel by bacteria feeding on leftover particles from foods such as cereals, candy, and bread and beverages such as juice and milk. If proper oral health care is not maintained, cavities will eventually start to form.
When a child starts to develop tooth decay, you may see white spots forming on the surface of their teeth. As time goes on the white spots could turn into light brown spots which will indicate early stages of cavity growth. If a cavity develops, the hole will need to be cleaned out and filled. In order to prevent tooth decay from happening, start brushing your child’s teeth with fluoride toothpaste as soon as the first tooth appears and make sure to limit sticky and sugary foods.
Trust Your Family's Oral Health To Our Dedicated Team
It can be hard to find a dentist that you trust, but with Dr. Kleiner and our outstanding team of dental professionals you can be confident that you have a team committed to providing you and your family with excellent dental care. Our philosophy of treating every patient like a member of our family extends to your entire family. Dr. Kleiner is an experienced children's dentist and is well-versed in handling dental anxiety that is common with both children and adults. In addition to his experience with children and adults, Dr. Kleiner is also comfortable treating those with special needs and is happy to work with special circumstances.
Children's Oral Habits
As soon as your child’s first tooth comes in, they become at risk for tooth decay. By the time they reach 3-years-old, they will have 20 baby teeth that need to be taken care of properly. Until your child is able to properly brush their own teeth, you should be brushing them twice daily with a pea size amount of fluoride toothpaste as well as flossing. It is important to get your child used to going to the dentist as early as possible so future apprehensions don’t arise.
In order for your child’s adult teeth to grow in the proper position, there are a couple of habits to look out for and help break. The first bad habit we see is poor oral hygiene. It is easy for a child to forget to brush their teeth after a long day of school and homework but in order to reduce their risks of developing cavities and decay, reminding them to brush their teeth is crucial. Getting them hooked on a good regime will make brushing and flossing much easier for them as they grow older. We also see many cases of thumb sucking that lead to buck teeth, bite problems, and misalignment. Though this may seem like a natural coping mechanism, once their adult teeth begin to grow in, this habit could completely change their jaw bone structure and will result in time and money spent on future orthodontic care.
Special Needs Dentistry
Providing complete, comprehensive dental care is at the forefront of our minds. We specialize in treating all patients, including those with special needs. If your child is unable to regularly visit the dentist because of an injury, or has a disability that prevents them from seeing a regular dentist, we can help. We pay a great amount of care and attention to those who require certain accommodations beyond our regular treatments.
Whether a checkup, cleaning, or extraction is needed, our professionals will help your child achieve optimal oral health while creating a safe and comfortable environment. Our flexible treatments ensure the creation of a specific and custom plan to ensure their treatment services run as smoothly as possible.