Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  To prevent cavities in children, it’s important to make sure they brush and floss correctly, limit the amount of sugary foods and drinks in their diet, and get them in for regular dental exams to detect and treat any dental problems early.
• X-rays

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
  Professional Dental Cleaning: Recommend professional dental cleanings to remove any accumulated plaque and tartar that cannot be removed through regular brushing and flossing.
• Fluoride Treatment
  A: A fluoride treatment involves the application of fluoride, a natural mineral, to the teeth to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent tooth decay. Fluoride treatments are particularly beneficial for children as they help protect developing teeth from cavities and promote overall dental health.
• Dental Sealants
  A: Dental sealants are thin, protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth (molars and premolars). They create a barrier that seals the grooves and pits, making it harder for plaque and food particles to accumulate and cause cavities. Dental sealants are highly effective in preventing tooth decay in children.
• Space Maintainers
  Early tooth loss in children can affect the development of permanent teeth and recommend space maintainers as preventive measures to preserve proper spacing for incoming teeth.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Resin Composite
  A: Dental fillings are used to repair teeth damaged by cavities or tooth decay. The dentist will remove the decayed portion of the tooth and fill the space with a suitable material, such as composite resin or amalgam, to restore the tooth’s function and appearance.
• Veneers
  Aesthetic Considerations: While stainless steel crowns are silver in color, they are generally used for posterior teeth that are less visible when a child smiles. If necessary, tooth-colored coatings or veneers can be added for aesthetic purposes on front-facing teeth.
• Crowns
  Knocked-Out Tooth: act quickly. Gently pick up the tooth by the crown (not the root), rinse it gently with water if it’s dirty, and try to reinsert it into the socket. If reinsertion is not possible, place the tooth in a glass of milk or saliva and seek immediate dental care. Time is critical for successful re-implantation.

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Severe Tooth Decay: When tooth decay has extensively damaged a tooth, and other dental treatments, such as fillings or root canal therapy, are not viable options, extraction may be necessary to prevent the spread of infection.

Implants

• Dental Implants
  Assessing Treatment Success: For more complex dental procedures, such as tooth extractions, root canals, or dental implants, follow-up visits are crucial to determine the success of the treatment and whether any adjustments are needed.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
• Tooth Extractions
  Tooth extractions are dental procedures in which a severely damaged, decayed, or problematic tooth is removed from its socket in the jawbone. This extraction may be necessary when the tooth cannot be saved or restored through other dental treatments.

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  Orthodontics is a specialized field of dentistry that focuses on correcting malocclusions, or misaligned teeth and jaws. In simpler terms, orthodontists are experts in straightening teeth and improving the overall appearance and function of the mouth.
• Braces
  Orthodontic treatment typically involves the use of braces, which are small, metal or ceramic brackets that are attached to the teeth and connected by wires. The braces gently apply pressure to the teeth, gradually moving them into their correct positions. Orthodontic treatment can take anywhere from a few months to a few years, depending on the severity of the malocclusion.

General

• General Dentistry
  Carolina completed her residency program at the University of Florida, where she graduated from an Advanced Education in General Dentistry. Such program provided her the opportunity to expand her knowledge in general and pediatric dentistry, and provided her licensure in the State of Florida.