Rochester, MN
Children's Dentistry
Gentle, personalized care for growing smiles—because every child deserves a great dental experience at Family Dentist Tree.
What is Children's Dentistry?
Children’s dentistry focuses on the unique oral health needs of infants, children, and teens. Early dental care helps prevent cavities, establish healthy habits, and ensure proper development of teeth and jaws. Our team provides a warm, friendly environment to make every visit enjoyable for your child. We emphasize education, prevention, and personalized care to create a foundation for lifelong oral health.
The Benefits of Children's Dentistry
Establishes Healthy Habits Early
Routine visits help kids develop a positive relationship with dental care, making them more likely to maintain good oral health as they grow.
Prevents Tooth Decay and Dental Issues
Regular cleanings, fluoride treatments, and sealants protect against cavities and reduce the need for future dental work.
Supports Proper Development
Monitoring jaw and tooth development ensures early intervention for potential orthodontic issues, helping to avoid more complex treatments later.
Our Children's Dental Services
We're proud to provide a comprehensive scope of treatments and services for growing smiles.
Regular visits help keep your child’s teeth healthy and catch any potential issues early. We make cleanings fun and educational to help kids feel comfortable in the chair.
Fluoride strengthens enamel and helps prevent cavities. Our safe and effective fluoride treatments provide an extra layer of protection for your child’s teeth.
For severely decayed or damaged baby teeth, stainless steel crowns provide a durable and protective restoration until the adult tooth grows in.
Sealants are thin, protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of molars to prevent cavities in hard-to-reach areas. They are one of the most effective ways to reduce childhood tooth decay.
Tooth-colored fillings restore decayed teeth while blending in naturally with their smile. Made from durable, composite material, these fillings are metal-free and designed to be strong, safe, and long-lasting. We use a gentle, kid-friendly approach to ensure your child feels comfortable throughout the process.
A non-invasive treatment option for cavities, SDF stops decay in its tracks and strengthens the affected tooth, helping to delay or prevent more extensive treatments.
If a baby tooth is lost too early, space maintainers help preserve the necessary space for permanent teeth to grow in properly.
If decay or infection reaches the nerve of a baby tooth, a pulpotomy, sometimes called a "baby root canal" removes the affected tissue while preserving the tooth until it naturally falls out.
Your Child's First Visit
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Warm Welcome and Introduction
We begin by introducing your child to the dental office, showing them the tools we use, and helping them feel at ease in a friendly, stress-free environment.
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Gentle Examination and Cleaning
Our team performs a gentle exam to check for cavities, proper tooth development, and any potential concerns. If needed, we’ll clean your child’s teeth and apply fluoride for added protection.
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Education and Positive Reinforcement
We explain the importance of brushing and flossing in a way that kids understand. Every child leaves with a fun prize and a sense of accomplishment!
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first dental visit by age one or when the first tooth appears. Early visits help prevent issues and establish a positive dental routine.
We specialize in making dental visits fun and stress-free! Our team takes the time to help children feel comfortable, and we offer amenities like a reading nook and TVs with their favorite shows or movies to create a positive experience.
Fluoride is a safe and effective way to strengthen enamel and prevent cavities. We recommend fluoride treatments based on your child’s risk level for tooth decay.
If a cavity is small, we may recommend fluoride treatments or silver diamine fluoride (SDF). If it needs a filling, we use gentle techniques to keep your child comfortable. In some cases, a stainless steel crown or pulpotomy may be needed to protect the tooth.
FAQs
Have questions about Children's Dentistry? We have answers!
Are you experiencing a dental emergency?
Give us a call right away for immediate guidance schedule a same-day appointment if needed.
Still have questions?
Give us a call to speak with one of our friendly team members.
See What Patients Are Saying
Don't just take our word for it – hear from our patients!
"I have been coming here for the past 8 years and everyone is always professional and welcoming. I took my little guy who is 3 for the first time and they made his experience fun and exciting."
I have been going to Rochester Family Dental Tree for over 25 years. I have always been treated with respect and kindness. I have had the best care ever. I highly recommend them!
"They are the the most friendly professional staff I have dealt with. They explain everything and are concern that you are comfortable. I don't even have pain after my visit."
Every dental practice should model themselves based off Family Dentist Tree. Every staff member was efficient, kind, and knowledgeable.
"We’ve been going to Family Dentist Tree for 19 years and have had great experiences. I highly recommend them!"
I have been going to Family Dentist Tree for more than 20 years. I have seen 2 of my dentists retire and always replaced with great quality new ones. Great staff and hygienists. Plan to continue here even though now I drive across town to do so.
See What Patients Are Saying
Don't just take our word for it – hear from our patients!
We love Family Dentist Tree!! Could not ask for a better dentist for me and my kids. Everyone is so nice and friendly—my kids look forward to going to the dentist!
My kids love them! ❤️ wouldn't go anywhere else! Referrals are quick and painless, rapid response on all questions and concerns. If I could rate above 5 stars, I WOULD!!
My son and I have had positive experiences at Family Dentist Tree. They do so well with kids and have patience. Their facilities are very clean and professional.
Phenomenal first appointment with our 2 year old. Very patient, informative, and made my toddler feel extremely comfortable!
“Today is the best day ever! I got to go to the dentist!”- my child today after getting a check up at Family Dentist Tree.
Our family enjoys going to the dentist! We receive great, friendly care every time.
Mon - Thu: 7 AM - 5 PM
Fri: 7 AM - 1 PM