Teach Them Smile Self-Love shirley nyIf it’s been a bit since your child’s last dental checkup, then it’s time to bring them back in for their next visit. The goal for most of them is to have one biannual dental checkup twice each year, like the name suggests, and when they miss them, they could start falling behind. During this period of their life, too, there’s a lot going on; so, keep them close to the dentist as that start to develop their dental direction.

With Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY, you have someone who cares about their oral health path. For decades, our office has been helping children grow into happy, healthy smiles, and we’re ready to help yours, too. In fact, one of our own dentists even started their journey as a child patient right here. So, when you are ready for their next visit, bring them to a trusted name on the South Shore.

They need to know how to care for their own teeth. Let’s talk about it at their next biannual checkup at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry.

Have They Had A Checkup in 2026?

We know it still feels early, but time moves by quicker than you probably think. That’s why it’s an advantage to get one of their two yearly dental checkups out of the way in the first few months of the year. That way, you have a little more flexibility in scheduling the second one. Plus, for peace of mind, it’s nice to get one out of the way.

Their biannual dental checkups include two primary things: a cleaning and an examination. The cleaning portion helps to remove built-up plaque and tartar, which cause tooth decay and periodontal disease if ignored. A visual examination serves to identify any potential problems, as early detection is key.

Oral Health Is Self-Love. Let Them Know!

When they come in for their next biannual checkup at their office, we can not only deliver quality care, but we can talk to them about their smile, too. None of us was born with an inherent understanding of how to brush and floss, and sometimes, it takes a little while for them to learn. Our team really does appreciate the opportunity to be a real part of their smile success story. To see that, you only need to look at Dr. Diamantakis, who began her story as a child right here in our office.

Make Their Next Checkup A Shirley One

If it’s been a while since their last dental checkup, we’d love to meet them. To find out more about our office or oral health as self-love, call Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY at 631.399.1600 today.