Pediatric Smile Care
Pediatric Dentistry in Chicago, IL
Your Child’s First Teeth & First Visit
Baby teeth usually start coming in between six and nine months, though anywhere from three to twelve months is normal. The lower front teeth tend to arrive first, then the upper front teeth, then molars, then canines.
Along with the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, we recommend you come and see us within six months of the first tooth erupting, or by age one, whichever comes first.
Tooth Eruption Chart
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Let’s Get Brushing
We’ll get your child started with a daily brushing routine involving a soft-bristled toothbrush and a tiny smear of fluoride toothpaste. Most kids need a parent's help until around age 6, so we’ll encourage you to make it a team effort. The habits they build now are the ones they carry for life.
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Pediatric Dental Services
Teeth Cleaning
Every great smile has a rhythm. That’s why every six months, we give your child's teeth a gentle, thorough cleaning to keep cavities away and their oral health on track.
Healthy Smile Habits
Good habits are the foundation of a healthy smile for life. As your child grows, we focus on prevention and education, helping them build the routines that stick.
Fluoride Treatments
Fluoride strengthens enamel, reduces the risk of decay, and gives your child's teeth an extra layer of protection. Simple, effective, and over before the song ends.
Dental Sealants
A thin protective coating applied to those hard-to-reach back molars. Sealants quietly block out cavities while your child focuses on being a kid.
Tooth-Colored Fillings
When a cavity needs attention, we fill it with a tooth-colored resin that blends right in. Natural-looking, durable, and done with care.
Tooth Extractions
Sometimes a tooth needs to go, whether from decay, injury, or to make room for healthy development. We make the process as calm and comfortable as possible.
Space Maintainers
When little teeth are lost too soon, a custom-fitted space maintainer steps in as a careful placeholder, guiding new teeth into position and supporting healthy growth.
Root Canals aka Nerve Treatments
When infection reaches the inside of a tooth, root canal therapy removes the source of the pain and protects against future problems. We keep kids comfortable from start to finish.
Pediatric Crowns
For teeth that are decayed, damaged, or cracked, a crown restores both function and appearance. Strong, natural-looking, and built to last through all the growing years ahead.
Orthodontic Screening
Early evaluation can make all the difference in a child’s smile. Our orthodontic screenings are gentle, playful, and designed to catch potential alignment or bite concerns before they become bigger issues.
Nitrous Oxide (AKA "LAUGHING GAS")
Making good memories at the dentist is important for lifelong oral health. Nitrous oxide, delivered with music playing softly in the background, is a safe and tested way to help kids relax.
Special Needs Dentistry
Every child deserves exceptional care built around their unique strengths and sensitivities. We welcome patients with special needs of all kinds and tailor each visit to match your child’s needs.
Hospital Dentistry
For children who need a higher level of care, Dr. Erin has operating room privileges at Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago. Some kids need that setting to receive treatment safely, and we're equipped to provide it.
Emergency Care
Kids are adventurous, and accidents happen. If something doesn't seem right, don't wait and wonder. Give us a call and we'll help you figure out the next step.
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Free street parking is available on the south side of Fullerton Ave and on Campbell Ave. Metered street parking is available on the north side of Fullerton Ave.