Miller Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics

Do you have questions about your child’s pediatric dental treatment? No worries, here at Miller Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics our goal is to make sure that both you and your child understand every aspect of treatment here in our Boynton Beach dental office. Continue reading for an in-depth Q&A. Q: What is the difference between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist? A: General dentists administer treatment for people of all ages, while pediatric dentists specialize in the dentistry for children. After attending dental school, pediatric dentists complete an additional two to three years of training focusing on child psychology and development. This equips them with the knowledge and skills they need for specializing in pediatric dental treatment. Q: When should I schedule my child’s first dental appointment? A: We recommend scheduling your child’s first dental appointment by their first birthday, or whenever their first tooth starts to erupt.  Q: When should I begin ...

Spending time running, jumping, and playing is an important part of a healthy and enjoyable childhood. While its great for kids to spend time enjoying physical activities, accidents do happen. In the case that you need emergency dental care for your child, you will want to ensure that you are taking them to an experienced dentist that specializes in dentistry for children who can provide them with the care they need in a prompt manner.  Miller Pediatric Dentistry and Orthodontics is proud to offer emergency dental services for children in Boynton Beach, Florida. Here’s some information on handling emergency dental situations and how we can help. Different Dental Emergencies Below is a list of common dental emergencies, as well as what we recommend for you to do before you make it in to our Boynton Beach office for emergency treatment. Broken tooth: Playtime or sports are known to cause injury from time-to-time, broken teeth being a common occurrence. If your child’s tooth has been...