Dental Care for Infants, Toddlers, and Children
Dr. Sathish G. Palayam and his staff at Happy Kids Dental share a passion and love for children and are especially interested in making all of our patients feel valued. We strive to make your child’s visits safe, comfortable, and enjoyable as much as we care for our own children.
Our team of specialists has been providing the community with pediatric dental care for over 8 years. From regular dental cleanings, examinations, and restorative work to complete orthodontic treatment, we’re able to provide comprehensive dental care for your child all under one roof.
A Friendly and Comforting Environment
Dr. Sathish G. Palayam and his staff at Happy Kids Dental share a passion and love for children and are especially interested in making all of our patients feel valued. We strive to make your child’s visits safe, comfortable, and enjoyable as much as we care for our own children.
Our team of specialists has been providing the community with pediatric dental care for over 8 years. From regular dental cleanings, examinations, and restorative work to complete orthodontic treatment, we’re able to provide comprehensive dental care for your child all under one roof.
Happy Kids Dental is staffed by a friendly team of experienced pediatric dental workers. unfortunate experiences with dentists can shape a person’s willingness to seek treatment throughout life, so we understand how important it is to make a good impression. To help your children feel at ease, our office is bright and child-friendly in every way. Before the checkup begins, patients are invited to look at the instruments and ask questions. Age-appropriate dialogue with children can go a long way towards helping them feel more at ease in the dentist’s chair!
Dental Cleanings & Exams
Keeping your kid’s smile healthy and strong is as important to us as it is to you. With that in mind, our pediatric dentist promotes and recommends prevention—both at home and in our dental office! Our staff does their best to prevent cavities and strengthen young teeth to set the stage for a lifelong healthy smile. Working with you, our team members will teach your children how to effectively brush and floss, and when necessary, recommend preventive treatments such as fluoride and dental sealants.
Restorative Dental Treatments
While our caring dental staff hopes your child never experiences oral infection or disease, everyone realizes that cavities are sometimes an unfortunate part of growing up. In the event we notice the start of an infection, we will work closely with you to develop a treatment plan based on your child’s specific needs. If you’d like to speak with a member of our team regarding preventative care or are concerned that your child may already be experiencing an infection, please don’t hesitate to call for schedule an immediate appointment.
Sedation & Special Needs Dentistry
While many children remain calm and happy throughout their dental appointment, others may require a bit more assistance remaining at ease during the completion of necessary examination procedures. In some cases, our dentist may recommend the use of nitrous oxide (laughing gas) to calm a child who may be unable to sit comfortably through treatment due to their age or possible developmental reasons. No matter the circumstance, our dental team is more than happy to accommodate your child’s unique and specific needs.
Why Should You Bring Your Child to Happy Kids?
Dentists at Happy Kids are specially trained to care for your child’s dental needs. Dentists here are specialist who has received two or more years of additional training in the oral health care of children from infancy through adulthood dealing with all types of child behavior and special needs They are highly qualified in various approaches to guiding dental growth and development, to avoid future problems.
When should your child first see a dentist?
You can take your child at a younger age, but experts recommend taking him or her within 6 months of the first tooth coming in (erupting), or by about 12 months at the latest.
At this time, we at Happy Kids can give you information on:
- Baby bottle tooth decay
- Infant feeding practices
- Mouth cleaning
- Teething
- Pacifier habits
- Finger-sucking habits
Our approach to children’s dental health
Happy Kids Dental has a goal to teach children to be motivated to take pride in their oral health and maintain it for a lifetime.
Our mission is to provide your child with skills and inspiration to maintain their dental wellness while making them feel at ease in our office. We will always provide a positive experience for every family and each child: they will know they are heard, respected, and appreciated.
At Happy Kids Dental, we look at each child as a unique individual. We know there are guidelines at what ages children should be doing certain activities. There is a reason why children begin kindergarten at age 5 and there is a very good reason why your child should have their first dental appointment by age 1. We take every factor into consideration when we examine your child but also understand that your child is an individual and may not fall into the set guidelines of care.
Our staff knows how early experiences can have a lasting impression on an individual’s attitude toward dentistry and caring for their oral health. We will work closely with you to make your child have a positive experience at their appointments. There are times where a comprehensive treatment plan will be evaluated by all the doctors on our team to achieve the best possible outcome for your child.
