Diagnostic

• Dental Examination
  For your child’s first dental visit, we will conduct a comprehensive examination, including an assessment of their teeth and gums’ supporting structures. We will also evaluate your child’s oral hygiene and clean their teeth. If necessary, we will examine your child’s bite and take X-rays. This is an excellent opportunity to ask any questions you may have about your child’s dental health.
• X-rays
  Radiographs  (or X-Rays) are an essential part of our diagnostic protocol.  Without them, dental conditions may go undetected. Dental X-Rays detect much more than dental cavities, and they allow the dentist to evaluate growth and development, bone health, pathology, and trauma. At Children’s Dental and Orthodontic Associates, we use the latest dental X-ray technology with very minimal exposure.

Preventive

• Teeth Cleaning
• Fluoride Treatment
  Teeth are composed of many tiny pieces called molecules that attach to each other. These tiny pieces are constantly breaking apart throughout the day and reforming depending on our diet. Fluoride can be thought of as a “glue” for these pieces by keeping the molecules more tightly bound together and less prone to breaking apart. Topical fluoride treatment is effective in protecting children’s teeth and reducing cavities.
• Dental Sealants
  Think of a tooth’s top (chewing) surface as mountains with many grooves. When your child eats, food gets caught in those grooves.  Although daily brushing is essential, applying a dental sealant will enhance the ability to keep those hard-to-reach areas clean. A dental sealant flows into the grooves, “sealing” the tooth and reducing the probability of cavities.
• Space Maintainers
  The baby teeth serve as space holders for the permanent teeth. With the loss of a baby tooth, neighboring teeth start migrating into that vacant space, potentially causing problems as your child grows. This loss may lead to the need for extensive orthodontic treatment at a later age. A space maintainer is placed in that area to hold the space open so that the adult tooth can erupt in a more appropriate position.

Restorative

• Fillings
• Crowns
  If your child’s cavity is too large to restore with a tooth-colored filling, a crown may be recommended. Crowns help protect the baby teeth, providing structure for the tooth. Crowning a tooth also maintains the space, allowing the eventual permanent tooth to erupt properly.
• Restorative Dentistry

Endodontics

• Root Canal Treatment
  Baby root canals are often needed when the cavity approaches the tooth’s nerve. This procedure stops the progress of the cavity and minimizes the chances of an infection or abscess. The procedure is completed by cleaning out the center of the tooth where the nerve lives and placing soothing medicine. The tooth is then protected by placing a crown.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

• Oral Surgery
  – An impacted tooth is a tooth that does not fully erupt above the gums. This is typically caused by overcrowding; your jaw is too small for all of your teeth, or the tooth is erupting in the wrong direction. Not all impacted teeth require oral surgery.
• Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics

• Orthodontics
  Dr. Scott is currently one of only three specialists in the state of Pennsylvania practicing both specialties with certificates in Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry (His dad and Dr. Alex are the other two!). He is a graduate of the Wharton School of the University of Pennsylvania. He received his dental and orthodontic degrees from Columbia University School of Dentistry and his pediatric dental degree from the Temple/Episcopal Hospital Program. His training was extensive and diverse in both specialties.
• Invisalign Orthodontics
  Let’s face it. With school, sports, dating, and hanging out with friends, getting metal braces may not be at the top of your list of favorite things to do. With Invisalign Teen®, you can straighten your teeth without metal wires and brackets getting in the way. Invisalign Teen aligners are made of a smooth, clear plastic that is virtually invisible! You’re free to enjoy the things that make these the best times of your life.
• Braces
  At Children’s Dental & Orthodontic Associates we are committed to both your children’s oral health and beautiful, confident smiles! Our patients are like family to us and we care about providing the very best pediatric dental treatment in the area. Using the highest level of care and the latest technology, we provide oral health care from your child’s first visit through braces or any orthodontic treatment needed.