Children are not born with an inherent understanding of their healthcare needs, and when it comes to their oral health, they need a little help. As a parent, it is your job to make sure that they brush their teeth twice each day for a full two minutes each time; it’s also your responsibility to bring them to a qualified pediatric dentist for a checkup. For most kids, the goal is to have them come in for a cleaning and examination once every six months, giving their provider two chances a year to check in with them. So, ask yourself: has it been a while?

Here at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY, we work hard to help little ones grow into happy, healthy adult smiles. Our office really does appreciate the opportunity to be a part of their smile success story, too. We also know that, without persistent prevention, they could wind up experiencing some of the same oral health issues that adults do. Keep them on track with their biannual checkups to fight back against bacterial buildup that causes tooth decay, periodontal disease, and more.

When it’s been a while since their last visit, make the oral health effort. Schedule their next appointment at Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry.

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Let’s face it: your child needs a little help in understanding their oral health. The simple fact of the matter is that without your teaching, they are bound to struggle in learning how to brush and floss their teeth. Their at-home hygiene regimen is not all that they need to be doing, too, and as a parent, that responsibility falls to you. So, if they have still not been in for a checkup yet in 2025, then they are due for some dentistry.

With Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY, you can know that you have a dental team that truly cares. Our office is built to help little ones grow into happy and healthy smiles, and we understand how important their biannual checkups are. Every six months, your little one should speak with their oral health team so they can learn a little more about themselves, experience a fresher smile, and check in with their dentist. They’ll thank you when they are older.

Keeping up with their smile takes effort and dedication. Find out more about how we help with a call to Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry.

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Your child needs to see the dentist at least twice each year. That’s the general recommendation for patients of all ages, helping them to experience a fresher set of teeth and giving their provider the chance to check in. These visits are especially important for young smiles, as they are still learning how to care for themselves. Children develop their dental habits at an early age, so make sure that they stay on schedule with their preventive care. And if they still have not had a checkup in 2025, let’s change that.

Is your little one ready for a refresh? Let Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry in Shirley, NY know about it. Our office is built to help children grow into happy and healthy adult smiles, one checkup at a time. These visits are their opportunity to meet with both a dental hygienist and a pediatric dentist, setting them up for long-term smile success. Some of the same oral health issues that you face can affect them, as well, so stick to their preventive schedule.

The holidays are a tough time for little smiles. Keep them on the right track with a checkup from Shirley Orthodontics and Pediatric Dentistry.

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