Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Have questions about your child’s dental care? Our FAQs cover common topics like visits, treatments, and comfort options. If you don’t find your answer here, our team is always just a call or message away.
General Questions
At what age should I take my child to their first dental visit?
The AAP (American Academy of Pediatrics) recommends every child see a pediatric dentist by age 1 or once the first baby tooth comes into the mouth. Studies show that children with an established dental home early in life have a much lower risk and rate of decay throughout life.
What is a lip tie?
A lip tie happens when the small piece of tissue under the upper lip (called the frenum) is too thick or tight, limiting normal lip movement. In babies and children, this can sometimes cause difficulty with breastfeeding, bottle-feeding, or oral development. In older children, it may affect speech, dental health, or cause spacing between teeth.
How do I know if my baby has a tongue tie?
A tongue tie is when the tissue under the tongue is too tight, making it hard to move the tongue. Signs include trouble latching, clicking sounds while feeding, prolonged feeding, or your baby not gaining weight well. You may also feel nipple pain during breastfeeding.
Why are gummy vitamins bad for my child?
Gummy vitamins may seem healthy, but they’re sticky and full of sugar. They can cling to teeth, increasing the risk of cavities—especially if eaten daily. If your child takes them, make sure they brush afterward and talk with us about safer alternatives.
Can a tongue tie affect my child’s ability to chew and swallow?
Yes. A tongue tie can restrict tongue movement, making it harder for children to move food around their mouth, chew properly, and swallow safely. This may lead to picky eating, gagging, or difficulty transitioning to solid foods.
What is a sealant?
A sealant is a thin, protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth. It seals the grooves where food and bacteria can get trapped, helping prevent cavities. Sealants are quick, painless, and give your child’s teeth extra protection.
Why are sealants recommended?
Sealants are recommended because they provide an extra layer of protection against cavities in hard-to-clean back teeth. They’re especially helpful for children, whose teeth have deep grooves that toothbrushes can’t always reach. With sealants, your child’s smile stays healthier and cavity-free longer.beneficia
What are my options if my child is uncooperative for their dental visit?
It’s common for children to feel nervous at the dentist. We use gentle, kid-friendly techniques to build trust and make visits positive. If extra help is needed, options like nitrous oxide (“laughing gas”) or IV sedation with a pediatric anesthesiologist can ensure your child gets safe, comfortable care.
About Our Services
Dental Cleanings
Brighten your child’s smile with gentle cleanings in Milton, Johns Creek, and Canton, Georgia.
Digital X-Rays (Lowest Radiation Dose Technology)
Safe, ultra-low radiation digital X-rays give parents peace of mind in Cumming, Suwanee, and Alpharetta.
Fluoride Treatments
Strengthen and protect little teeth with cavity-fighting fluoride care in Cherokee and Alpharetta.
Fluoride substitutes
Natural fluoride alternatives support healthy smiles through integrative pediatric dentistry in Milton and Canton.
Laser Frenectomies
Comfortable laser tongue tie and lip tie releases using Biolase Waterlase in Johns Creek and Suwanee.
Sealants
Protective sealants act like shields, guarding young teeth from cavities in Cumming and Cherokee.
Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF)
SDF stops cavities in their tracks—no drill needed—for families in Alpharetta, Milton, and Canton.
Tooth Colored Fillings
Blending beautifully with natural teeth, tooth-colored fillings restore function and smiles in Suwanee and Johns Creek.
Crowns (Stainless Steel and White/Tooth-Colored)
From stainless steel to white crowns—even Hall crowns—we keep little teeth strong in Cumming and Alpharetta.
Nerve Treatments (Pulpotomies)
Pulpotomies gently save baby teeth, easing pain and preserving smiles for children in Milton and Canton.
Extractions
When a tooth must go, we make extractions easy and stress-free with nitrous oxide or IV sedation in Cherokee and Johns Creek.
Airway, Breathing, Sleep, and Feeding Screenings
Early screenings in Suwanee and Alpharetta help kids breathe easier, sleep better, and thrive every day.
Tongue-Tie & Lip-Tie Screenings/Consultations
Expert consultations identify tongue and lip ties, offering gentle laser dentistry solutions in Canton and Milton.
Nitrous Oxide
“Laughing gas” helps children relax and feel at ease during visits in Cumming, Alpharetta, and Cherokee.
In-Office IV Sedation with Pediatric Anesthesiologist
Complex treatments are made simple with safe IV sedation led by a pediatric anesthesiologist in Johns Creek and Milton.Complex treatments are made simple with safe IV sedation led by a pediatric anesthesiologist in Johns Creek and Milton.
Early Orthodontic Expansion
Expansion appliances guide proper growth, creating room for healthy smiles in Alpharetta, Suwanee, and Canton.
Space Maintenance
Space maintainers hold room for adult teeth, keeping alignment on track in Cherokee and Cumming.