Solomon Family Dentistry offers several pediatric dentistry services for their youngest patients, such as: Teeth cleaning A teeth cleaning is a preventive treatment that involves removing plaque and bacteria from your child’s teeth. For a lifetime of good oral health, your child should see Solomon Family Dentistry for a teeth cleaning at least once every six months. Dental exams Dental exams and teeth cleanings typically go hand in hand. At these visits, your child’s dentist checks their mouth and jaw for signs of abnormalities, such as tooth decay or misaligned teeth.  They also take X-rays to detect early indicators of jaw problems or impacted teeth. Sealants Dental sealants protect teeth that are vulnerable to cavities. Your child’s dentist can apply a sealant as a solution that later hardens with an LED light.  Most sealants are used to protect your child’s chewing surfaces, particularly the molars in the back of their mouth, which are inherently harder to clean. Dental appliances Early orthodontic exams help your child’s dentist determine whether your child can benefit from jaw correction. Dental appliances, such as jaw expanders, partial braces, space maintainers, and retainers, gradually shift your child’s teeth and jaw into the correct position as they age.  While your child’s jaw doesn’t fully mature until their teenage years, early dental appliances and interceptive orthodontics reduce the need for more complex treatments later in life.