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Infant Care
Our team at Village Pediatric Dentistry, along with the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatrics, and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, recommend a baby's first dental visit as soon as their first tooth erupts, which is normally around 6 months old. If they don’t have any teeth by the time they turn 1, you should still bring them in anyway.
During this visit, we’ll introduce your child to everyone in the office so they can get used to their new surroundings. Our staff will then gently clean their mouth and gums and give them a short oral exam while they lay down in your lap. After that, they’ll discuss how you can take care of your child’s teeth as well as what developmental milestones you should look for.
Why Is Dentistry Important for Infants?
Because dental cavities can occur in even the smallest of teeth! The earlier your baby visits us, the more likely they are to avoid dental issues.
How to help prepare your infant prepare for their first visit:
We will complete your child's oral examination and dental cleaning in the knee-to-knee position. You will sit knee-to-knee with one of our dental hygienists and your child will sit on your lap facing you, with one leg on either side of your waist. You will lay your child back across a cushion in your laps.
Tips & Tricks:
- Practice this position at home
- Introduce an electric toothbrush early, the vibration mimics our dental toothbrush
- Small dental mirrors are sold on Amazon or in the dental section at the pharmacy, purchase one and practice playing dentist at home!
- Stranger danger in infancy is completely normal. Your child is in a new environment surrounded by strangers. It is not uncommon for this initial visit to trigger many tears!
- Positive reinforcement and praise go a long way
- Sing a song during the cleaning that might help soothe or comfort your little one
At Village Pediatric Dentistry, we are here to support you and your child. From infancy through college, trust us to care for your child's overall oral health. Dr. Laura and her team use an individualized, child friendly approach with every patient. We welcome and treat all patients as our own. Welcome to our Village.
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"Dr. Laura Doss is an amazing pediatric dentist. She has amazing communication skills and speaks to the children in kid friendly language. My children love Dr. Doss and she makes them feel comfortable and safe. Her kindness and patience makes their experience great. She answers all my questions about their treatments and she takes significant care of each of my children and especially the two that have special needs. I am so happy with the outstanding experience that we have with Dr. Doss and never am I hesitant to bring back my children anytime."
- Rana I.
"We have had the privilege of Dr Laura being our child’s dentist for a number of years. My now 12 year old HATED the dentist. She needed quite extensive orthodontic work done, but had to have the dental work done first. We lucked in to being placed on Dr. Laura’s schedule and we have never looked back. My child LOVES Dr. Laura and so do I. My now 27 year old son became very ill in 2019. He was a medical mystery and spent 8 days in patient in University Hospital. We had an appointment with Dr. Laura during this time and I told her what was going on and showed her some pictures of his mouth (he was unable to eat or drink.) She took a genuine, sincere interest in my son and reached out to some of her colleagues and gave me some things to bring to the Drs. attention. It ultimately ended up being a dentist, who had gone into pathology, that finally helped my son. Dr Laura put me in the right track. My 12 year old is still currently in orthodontics and I absolutely love the way that
Dr. Laura and my orthodontist communicate about her care with each other. Your child will be in wonderful hands with Dr. Laura Doss and you and your child will fall in love with her just like we did."
- Kimberly T.
Contact us for your child’s next visit...
Our new pediatric dental office is designed especially for your child’s comfort and safety.
We are always available to talk with you and address your concerns. Please feel free to contact us during work hours through our office phone number or e-mail address. After hours, you can contact us with emergencies through our answering service.
Office phone number: 513-844-0046
After hours phone number: 513-207-0159
Email Address: smile@villagepedsdentistry.com
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Office Hours:
Monday - Thursday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Fridays 9:00 am- 12:00 pm
Please follow this link to request an appointment.
A team member from our office will reach out with appointment availability.