Children’s Dentistry – South H Dental

Children’s Dentistry in Bakersfield

A Pediatric Dentist completes four years of dental school like a general Dentist and then goes on to an additional two years of specialized training in residency for pediatrics. This includes patients from infancy through 18 years of age. Baby teeth begin to push through the gums at 6 months of age and are usually fully erupted by the age of two. Most of the time, children begin to lose their baby teeth around the age of 6 or 7 as their adult teeth begin to push through. Children are born with both sets of teeth in their jaw so it is very important for the primary teeth to be cared for just as you do your own adult teeth! Decay in the primary teeth can spread to the secondary teeth and lead to a lifetime of dental issues for your child.

Comprehensive dental exams including providing you, the parents, important information to keep your child’s teeth healthy and strong. A complete exam includes cleaning, fluoride treatments, helpful nutrition information and habit counseling.
Sealants may be recommended and applied for added protection for your child’s teeth.
If cavities (tooth decay) are present, your pediatric dentist will recommend a course of treatment—fillings, crowns, extractions, and space maintainers as needed.
The dentist will utilize exams and x-rays to determine any possible need for orthodontic procedures.
The treatment of dental emergencies like broken, lost or damaged teeth.
The diagnosis and treatment of pediatric gum disease is also a specialty of your pediatric dentist.

The early and appropriate dental care by a provided by a pediatric dentist can help prevent problems related to oral health later in your child’s life.

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   Nick Brewer 
 2024-12-11
 
 
  I’m usually always freaking out when I go to the dentist even just for a cleaning but south H dental has the best staff. Everyone is always nice and friendly they also  thoroughly explain each thing they do and make sure I’m comfortable with each step and make sure I’m in no pain at all. There’s no other dentist I’ll go to now that I’ve experienced the hospitality South H Dental provides. If you like feeling surrounded by family who cares for you this is the dentist for you!!
  
 
       
   Leslie Viviana 
 2024-11-22
 
 
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   Corina Garibay 
 2024-11-22
 
 
  Wow what a great dental office! I have always had a fear of the dentist due to prior childhood dental offices/dentists visits, but I felt very comfortable. The staff was amazing, the dentists walked me through the procedures that were going to be done for the appointment, and overall the environment was very calming and relaxing. I have recommended this place to all my family and friends
  
 
       
   Miriam Arias 
 2024-11-22
 
 
  I’ve been a patient at South H Dental for over 10 years. They have treated my 4 kids and myself.  Staff is always friendly and welcoming. I recommend them for all your dental needs from cleaning to braces.
  
 
       
   Javier Medina 
 2024-04-17
 
 
  Staff was really nice and professional,  Doctor did a great job,  I recommend.
Thank you South H Dental!
  
 
       
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 2024-02-22
 
 
  The girls up front are super nice and they know what they're doing in the back. A friend suggested I go after a few bad experiences with other dental offices I'm glad I listened. I almost gave up on dentists entirely.
  
 
       
   Gisela Martinez 
 2023-08-23