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.
Ectopic canines are generally found in the Buccal Vestibule. Impacted canines may be retrieved with braces, using a surgical approach via a gold chain or straight wire. The tissue covering the tooth is uncovered. A chain or wire is attached to the tooth crown. Tissue is placed back over the tooth leaving the chain or wire coming out of the gum. For this illustration, a gold chain is used to retrieve the canines. The chain is attached to the tooth crown and the link is attached to a flexible archwire so that the wire is active (bent). Once a month, the wire is reactivated by using the next link up on the chain until the impacted canine erupts enough to attach a regular bracket to the canine. With the regular bracket in place, a more flexible wire is added directly to the bracketed canine. This process will bring the canine into position within the arch by forcing the canine to conform to the straight archwire form. This is a long process taking anywhere from 8-12 months.
Baby teeth that have large caries (cavities) and some degree of pain occasionally require that the ‘coronal’ (top) portion of that tooth’s nerve be removed before a filling or a crown (preferably) is placed. The main goal of this procedure is to preserve the baby tooth since baby teeth help to maintain adequate room for permanent teeth. Pulpotomies have published success rates that range from 60% to 90% and represent a good and reliable way to save a badly decayed baby tooth.
Strip crowns, also known as ‘white crowns’, are an alternative to placing crowns on primary incisors (top baby teeth) with large caries. Because these teeth are fixed using the same material that is used to place ‘white fillings’, this procedure is very technique sensitive and may not be an option for young children. With proper case selection, these ‘fillings’ may last for at least two to three years. Stainless steel crowns with ‘white facings’ (the front part is white) are also available if strip crowns are not an option. Your dentist will be happy to discuss all options available for aesthetic restorations on primary teeth.
Trips to the dentist’s office can be a much simpler affair for some patients than others; for many of our patients, help from us to ensure a comfortable and successful treatment is a necessary part of their treatment. General Anesthesia is a great option to be considered by those who may struggle with age, behavior, medical history, or any other variables that make the dentist’s office a challenge.
Our Team is experienced and willing to help all patients achieve happy and healthy smiles – when you schedule your appointment, ask us about anesthesia and how it may solve your child’s dental difficulties.
The doctor would love to meet you and your family and provide you with the dental care you deserve!
We are proud to offer the latest pediatric dental care advancements and techniques.
We designed the new practice with children in mind! From the toys and video games in our colorful waiting room to our children-themed treatment rooms, we provide our patients with a fun, comfortable, and enjoyable dental experience.
No Insurance? No problem! At Muir Station Smiles Children’s Dentistry & Orthodontics, we strive to make dental care accessible for all children and will do our utmost to work with our patients to create affordable payment plans.
We serve the great people of Concord and Martinez. Please don’t hesitate to give us a call, and we will gladly assist you with driving instructions from your area. All we ask is that you please drive carefully.
We are so happy to share what our amazing patients have had to say about their experience at Muir Station Smiles! We can’t wait to help you smile.
| Monday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM–5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM–4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Appt. Times Vary |
| Sunday | Closed |
