The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends your child's first visit to the dentist should be scheduled by the first birthday.
Baby teeth can quickly decay due to baby bottle syndrome.
Often cavities form on the back side of the upper front teeth. The cavities are not visible by most parents until the decay spreads. Your pediatric dentist can suggest ways to avoid the problem. He can also spot problems early before they get out of hand. Good preventive habits begin early Establishing a relationship with a pediatric dentist early helps if there is an accident and you are looking for emergency treatment.