Infant Oral Exams
Care For The Tiniest Smiles In Palm Beach, FL
The littlest smiles deserve the most caring and thorough dental care, and that is exactly what we deliver. At Marc A. Minch, DMD, our team specializes in gentle and holistic infant oral exams. As your baby’s dental home, our goal is to nurture healthy, happy smiles and create strong oral habits from the very beginning. Learn more about infant oral exams and what to expect at your child’s first visit with us and beyond!
Your Baby’s First Dental Visit
When should you first take your child to see the dentist? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends bringing them in for their first visit either by the age of one or when their first tooth erupts. From there, parents should schedule regular visits every 6 months. Our experienced dentists and warm and welcoming office aim to make your infant’s first experience at the dentist an overwhelmingly positive one.
At this first visit, we will introduce your baby to our team and show you around our inviting and kid-friendly office. We love meeting our new patients and their families and will take the time to make sure your baby is happy and comfortable before proceeding with the oral examination.
When your baby is ready, Dr. Minch or Dr. Newton will carefully conduct an examination of their mouth, during which they check your baby’s oral development, look for signs of tooth decay or other oral concerns. Throughout the examination, we will help your child stay as safe and relaxed as possible.
Prioritizing Parent Education
A central part of our approach to infant oral care is providing parents with the tools and resources to make informed decisions about their child’s care. We want to set your child up for dental success at home. At your first appointment, we will discuss daily oral hygiene practices and tips that will help your baby develop a healthy smile for a lifetime. We will provide infant oral care instructions on pacifier use, feeding, toothbrushing, nutrition and more.
We also encourage parents to ask any questions they have about their infant’s dental health. No question is too small—our team is here to provide accurate, helpful information to guide your child’s oral development and overall health.
Schedule Your Infant’s First Dental Visit
At Marc A. Minch, DMD, in Boynton Beach, FL, we’re committed to providing high-quality and patient-centered infant oral care. When you bring your baby in for their first visit, your family will receive attentive pediatric dental care aimed at promoting whole body wellness. We look forward to helping your infant achieve a beautiful, healthy smile that will carry them through childhood into adulthood. To request your baby’s appointment, call (561) 732-1777 or fill out our online appointment request form.
