Infants and Toddlers

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DENTAL CARE FOR YOUR LITTLEST ONES

Even before baby’s first tooth, you can start building healthy habits by taking care of your baby’s gums. After feedings, you can wrap a clean, damp wash cloth around your index finger, and gently sweep over your baby’s gums. This will do two things: clean your baby’s mouth of any fragments of food as well as build the basis for oral hygiene habits. The more you baby gets used to you cleaning their mouth after feedings, the more likely they are to be comfortable with a toothbrush in the near future.

ORAL HYGIENE HABITS FOR LITTLE ONES

When that first tooth makes its appearance between ages 6-12 months, you can introduce a soft bristle toothbrush. You can choose between a toothbrush with a handle that you and your baby can hold at the same time, or a toothbrush that your wear like a finger puppet. At this point, you can skip the toothpaste and just use water. You can temporarily switch back to a damp cloth if baby is not reacting well to a toothbrush.
Flossing is also important when it comes to teaching hygiene habits, however this is a little different from brushing, so we recommend discussing this with your doctor. They can instruct you on when to start flossing and how to best help your child. If you notice signs of decay on your child’s teeth, contact our office immediately.

BRUSHING WITH TOOTHPASTE

Once your child has multiple teeth, you can start to introduce small amounts of fluoride free toothpaste onto your child’s brush. Have your child practice spitting out the toothpaste to prepare for future use of fluoride toothpaste which should never be swallowed.

AVOIDING CAVITIES

Because children under 2 cannot use fluoride to help protect against cavities and decay, it is extra important that you help them take care of their new teeth. As teeth come in, examine them every two weeks, keeping an eye on discoloration or lines that could be a sign of decay. Best practice is to make sure children are brushing after every meal as well as before bed.
Children of all ages should avoid sugary sweetened drinks and foods as the sugars promote tooth decay. Even fruit juice, formula, and breast milk can lead to decay which is why brushing from such a young age is so important. Babies should never go to bed with a bottle for this reason. When these sugary liquids have extended contact with the teeth, it leads to early childhood decay or baby bottle caries.

HOW TO ENCOURAGE BRUSHING

The easiest way to encourage children to brush their teeth is to lead by example. Children are naturally curious and want to mimic you. If they see you brushing and flossing daily, they will show interest. Offer them their own toothbrush when they show interest, preferable a child’s toothbrush with a chunky, short handle for easier grip. Although they will not be able to properly brush their own teeth, allowing them the time to hold and play with a toothbrush can help them feel more comfortable with having their teeth brushed. Most children do not have the motor skills to properly clean their teeth until about age six or seven, so they may need assistance up until this age.

If you have older children who treat brushing teeth as a chore, try making it more fun. You can do this by letting them pick out a toothbrush with a character they like, or a tooth paste with their favorite flavor. Play songs that are two minutes long as a timer for child to know when they are done brushing. Whatever gets your child excited about brushing their teeth, so they can build lifelong healthy oral hygiene habits.

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yaneli h

18:20 17 Aug 23

honestly one of the best dental office in town. I had a great experience with Dr. Zaki; very knowledgeable and took her time to explaining q's I had. Throughout the whole cavity filling Dr.Zaki and her dental assistant Angie were very thorough and made my teeth shiny. It was a very great experience, honestly look no further this should be your new dentist! Great remodel office, amazing service like they really care about their patients. I will be coming back, Dr. Zaki and the rest of team are amazing!

Jelsy Herrera

00:57 10 Aug 23

I've always had bad experiences going to the dentist, but Dr. Zaki makes me feel so comfortable. You can tell they really care about their patients and make the whole experience actually enjoyable. I've had dental cleanings and wisdom teeth removal here, and I have zero complaints. From the front desk (Cindy) to all the other staff, I highly recommend this place to my friends and family.

Ana Padilla

00:47 07 Jul 23

Great service and friendly staff highly recommended 👍

Olga Balaban

05:17 25 Jun 23

Very grateful to the awesome Dr. Zaki and her amazing assistant Angie for taking care of me and my journey to a healthier and painless smile 😁 very professional, caring and helpful place to take care of your teeth and brighter smile! 😁 thank you!

Candi Estrada

21:56 21 Jun 23

Leticia Nava

04:25 15 Jun 23

Hi recently had a dental extraction at Care Dental Dr. Gonzalez , and I must say it was an exceptional experience from start to finish. The entire visit left me feeling great and completely at ease with the procedure.From the moment I walked into the clinic, I was greeted by a warm and friendly atmosphere.The clinic was immaculate, and the comfortable waiting area instantly put me at ease. The dental equipment was state-of-the-art, further reinforcing my confidence in the practice.The staff at the clinic were simply outstanding. Dr. González and the dental assistants (Angie) were not only highly professional but also extremely friendly and caring. They took the time to explain the extraction procedure thoroughly, addressing any concerns I had. Their patience and willingness to answer my questions made me feel valued as a patient.During the extraction, I was pleasantly surprised by how gentle and considerate Dr. Natasha González was. The anesthetic administered was effective, and I experienced minimal discomfort throughout the procedure. Dr González constantly checked on my comfort level, making sure I was at ease every step of the way. Their expertise and skill were evident, and it greatly contributed to a positive experience.Additionally, the clinic's efficiency impressed me. My appointment started right on time, and the entire extraction was performed smoothly and efficiently. I appreciated how well-organized the practice was, ensuring that my time was respected.Furthermore, the aftercare instructions provided were clear and thorough. Dr. Natasha González took the time to explain the necessary steps to promote healing and minimize any potential complications. Their dedication to ensuring my well-being extended beyond the procedure itself.Overall, I cannot recommend Care Dental Dr González highly enough. The entire team's professionalism, friendliness, and exceptional care made my dental extraction visit an outstanding one. I left the clinic feeling great, and my oral health has significantly improved since then.If you're in need of a dental extraction or any other dental services, I wholeheartedly recommend Care Dental! They provide an exceptional level of service, and I'm confident you'll have a positive experience, just like I did.Thank you, Dr gonzalez and your wonderful team, for your outstanding care 🤗Leticia

Selena Gonzalez

20:32 14 Jun 23

I made the right decision to switch from my former dentist. Dr Gonzalez made me feel comfortable and safe everyone made sure to explain what was going to be done and even showed me how it would work before anything. The whole office is so nice and caring I would really recommend this dentist ❤️

Ellery Khazanovich

22:43 07 Jun 23

Amazing experience with Care Dental! Dr Gonzalez and Dr Zaki are so nice and accommodating. Highly recommend their team

Erica Guzman

19:48 15 Mar 23

Highly recomend! Dr.Zaki and the whole staff explained everything from treatment to costs throughly. While they were working they always made sure I was comfortable and the dental assisant Angie will always keep you smiling.

elisabel salas

20:04 20 Jan 23

I'm a return customer let me say by far the best service I received, I try looking for other dentist I'm glad I didn't . Dr Zaky was amazing she explain everything so Thoroughly and knows her work..where as other places I have gone they try to do other procedures I didn't need.. will recommend her 100 percent. Thank you Ms Zaky ..

froylan quintana

19:30 22 Nov 22

Great service.After many years of not going to the dentist, staff took care of me and my teeth. They were friendly and have good attitude and smiles.

Jae Campos

01:49 03 Nov 22

Absolutely great experience! Was greeted and attended to upon arrival by Emily at the front desk, and got taken care of almost immediately. During my check up, I felt comfortable at the hands of Dr. Gonzales. She and the dental assistant did a great job on making sure i was comfortable. Definitely recommend!

Johnny Haro

00:45 27 Oct 22

Always a great experience coming, great staff they make you feel comfortable. I'm very happy with my bridge. Would recommend 100%. Thank you Care Dental!!

Mielad Abady

17:27 09 Nov 21

The best dentist office in LA!!! I have been a patient with the office for a long time and recently Dr. Zaki & Dr. Gonzalez are the new doctors. The new management is fantastic. I was greeted with a smile as I walked in, everyone was nice and happy. I have big muscles, but when I comes to getting dental work, I am a big baby. I needed a root canal and the doctor was gentle, made me feel comfortable, and it was a painless experience. Overall I am very pleased and will be coming back very frequently. Both for the excellent dental care and the beautiful dentists!

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