Children's Dentistry
Off To A Healthy Start
Teaching your child healthy habits from the start will help them maintain a bright healthy smile for the rest of their life. Life Smiles Dental Care enjoys taking care of children's teeth and we are here to make you and your child as comfortable as possible.
If you have any questions about our pediatric practices please contact us today.
Request An Appointment
Does your child need dental work done? Has your child had their first visit to the dentist? Does your child just need a regular cleaning or are you looking for orthodontic treatment? Requesting an appointment is available online 24/7 and is as simple as submitting a simple form.
Children's First Visit
We have several important goals during your child's first visit to our office. First, we want to introduce your child to staff and the dental setting in as non-threatening a way as possible.
Learn About The First VisitChildren's Root Canals
The main goal of this procedure is to preserve the baby tooth, since baby teeth help to maintain adequate room for the permanent teeth.
Learn About Children's Root CanalsPrevention Dentistry
Establishing healthy habit early on is the key to a lifetime of dental health. We will help teach your child about healthy oral habits and how to prevent future problems and decay.
Learn About Prevention DentistryChildren's Tooth Development
Children continually get new teeth from age 3 months to the age 6 years. Most children have a full set of twenty (20) primary teeth by the time they are 3 years old. As a child nears the age 6, the jaw grows making room for the permanent teeth.
Learn About Tooth DevelopmentChildren's Orthodontics
There are many situations that may require orthodontic treatment. Maintaining straight teeth and an even bite are the most common reasons for receiving orthodontic treatments.
Learn About OrthodonticsChildren's Mouth Guards
Mouth guards are commonly used in sports to protect the teeth from accidental damage. We provide custom fitted mouth guards for our patients that ensure a higher level of protect from injury.
Learn About Mouth GuardsChildren's X-Rays
In general, children need x-rays more often than adults. Their mouths grow and change rapidly. They are more susceptible to tooth decay than adults.
Learn About X-RaysChildren's FAQs
Your child's teeth are an important part of staying healthy. We know you have many questions about them so see if we have already answered one them below.
Read Children's FAQs
A Beautiful Smile Is Waiting For You
Our offices provide smile makeovers to achieve the beautiful, natural look you seek. We can reshape your natural teeth to make them straighter or more youthful in appeal. Our offices make it convenient to those living in or near La Jolla, or Chula Vista to receive great cosmetic dentistry!
Make An Appointment Online
Or Call:
858-455-7777 (La Jolla)
619-482-5555 (Chula Vista)