cleaner smile this year shirley nyNow that we’re finally into 2026, it’s time for your family to prepare for the new year. That means making New Year’s Resolutions, and this year, there’s a popular one out there to improve you and yours’ oral health through consistent checkups. Each of you is supposed to see your provider twice each year, so if any of you missed one or both of your appointments, then this is an opportunity to right yourself. So, let’s talk about it.

With our team at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY, your team has the chance to check in with a qualified dentist. Your little one has real oral health needs, and by keeping them close to their dentist as they develop, you help them to grow into a happy and healthy adult smile. From their routine biannual checkups through to orthodontic improvement, restorative dentistry, and more, our office is built to keep children on the right path. If they’re ready to start the new year off well, bring them in for a cleaning and examination from a trusted dental team.

Start 2026 with their next biannual checkup. To find out more about our office, call Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry today.

Tooth Decay Is A Major Problem For Young Smiles

As they’re growing, they are also learning how to take care of themselves. Unfortunately, they simply don’t have the ability to understand how their actions no can affect them down the line. That means that it is up to you to make sure that they keep up with their brushing and flossing, and we know that that can sometimes be tough.

But even when they take the time to brush and floss like they are supposed to, your child still needs to see their oral health team for a checkup. These visits include both a cleaning and an examination to help them stay on the right track. Most patients should see their provider for one every six months.

Finding A Path Forward After A Cavity

Sometimes, even with all of the work your family is doing, your little one might develop what is known as a cavity. This is an area where tooth decay has made its way through the enamel, exposing some vulnerable tissue underneath. Bacteria can start to make their way into a damaged tooth, so it’s important to find a path forward. Our office can help through advanced composite fillings that blend in with the shade of the rest of their smile.

Fight Back With Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry

Your child has real oral health needs, so don’t ignore them. To find out more about our office or to schedule your next visit, call Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY at 631.399.1600 today.