Are you looking for the very best kids dentist near Westminster, CO? Once your child turns 1, they are ready to join the Westminster Dental Care family. Our friendly and gentle team provides gentle dental care that includes treating toothaches, sealing cavities, back-to-school check-ups, and more!
Kids Dentistry For Special Healthcare Needs
Your Child's First Visit
As early as age one, our team works alongside mothers and fathers for anticipatory guidance. These appointments are meant to educate parents on what to expect for their children's teeth, as well as how to care for them properly. Establishing a dental home early on is always optimal because in the event your child needs dental care, you will have already found your desired dentist.
Tooth-Colored Fillings & Crowns
As an amalgam-free dentist's office, Westminster Dental Care fabricates dental fillings and crowns from only the healthiest materials. You can rest assured knowing your child's filling or crown is safe and shade-matched to look just like their natural tooth.
Protective Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are recommended to most young children. When brushed on the teeth, they serve as a protective barrier from dangerous acid and bacteria. The sealant will last for several years, but we will continue to check it during your child’s regular dental appointments.
Laughing Gas & Comfort Dentistry For Kids
If your child is still particularly fussy or is known to be uncomfortable in these types of situations, we can ease their anxiety with the use of dental laughing gas. This helps us work optimally for the care of your child and allows your child to comfortably receive dental care.
ClearCorrect™ Orthodontic Aligners For Teens
Does your teen need orthodontic treatment? At Westminster Dental Care, we straighten smiles using ClearCorrect aligners, crystal-clear braces that appear invisible when worn. These discreet aligners address many of the same conditions that braces do - but without the brackets and wires!
Wisdom Teeth Removal
Did you know that every year 5 million people in the United States alone get their wisdom teeth removed? This dental rite of passage is usually recommended as early as the mid-teen years. Dr. McKnight will assess your child's wisdom teeth as part of their routine dental checkups.
Schedule Your Child's Dental Appointment Today!
Is your child due for a preventive checkup? Is it their very first visit to the dentist? Call us today!
Frequently Asked Questions
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends scheduling your child’s first dental appointment by their first birthday or within six months of the first tooth erupting. Early visits help establish healthy habits and allow your dentist to monitor proper development.
Most children benefit from dental checkups and cleanings every six months. Regular visits allow your dental team to monitor growth, provide preventive care, and address small concerns before they become larger problems.
Dental sealants are thin protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. They help prevent cavities by sealing out food particles and bacteria from the deep grooves where toothbrush bristles may not easily reach.