Promoting a Lifetime of Healthy Habits & Happy Smiles
You can have peace of mind knowing that your child is in capable hands at Farmer Pediatric Dentistry, PSC. We are committed to maintaining a professional environment where safety and comfort are our top priorities at our London, KY, and Hazard, KY, locations. From routine check-ups to more complex treatments, our team is devoted to providing trustworthy dental care.
Preventive Dentistry
Examinations
These specialized assessments are designed to evaluate the oral health of children, focusing on growth, development, and preventive care. Exams not only help identify dental issues early, but also educate young patients and their parents on proper oral hygiene practices to promote healthy habits for life.
Digital X-Rays
These are diagnostic imaging tools used to safely evaluate the dental health and development of oral structures. The images help dentists identify potential issues, such as cavities or misalignment, allowing for timely intervention and effective treatment planning.
Prophylaxis (Cleanings)
This service is aimed at maintaining children’s oral health and preventing the occurrence of dental issues, such as cavities and gum disease. It includes teeth cleaning and education about proper oral hygiene practices, helping to establish healthy habits.
Fluoride Treatment
This service involves applying a concentrated fluoride solution to children’s teeth to strengthen enamel and reduce the risk of cavities. Treatment is typically performed during routine dental visits and is essential for promoting long-term oral health as children’s teeth develop.
Sealants
These are protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of children’s back teeth to prevent cavities. The thin, durable layers act as a barrier, sealing out food particles and bacteria, making them an effective preventive measure in pediatric dental care.
Silver Diamine Fluoride
Silver diamine fluoride (SDF) is a topical treatment used to halt the progression of tooth decay in children by forming a protective barrier over affected areas. This minimally invasive procedure is particularly beneficial for young patients who may be anxious about traditional restorative treatments.
Restorative Dentistry
Tooth-Colored Fillings
These fillings are composite materials used to restore decayed or damaged teeth in children, providing a natural appearance that blends seamlessly with the surrounding enamel. They not only enhance the aesthetics of a child’s smile but also promote oral health by preserving tooth structure and preventing further decay.
Anterior Resin / Zirconia Crowns
These are strong, tooth-colored dental caps used to restore damaged or decayed teeth. They are made from a durable material that mimics the look of natural teeth, making them a great option for kids who need treatments but still want a beautiful smile. Zirconia crowns are gentle on the gums and are less likely to cause allergies, ensuring a comfortable experience for young patients. Their long-lasting quality makes them a popular choice for restoring children’s teeth while offering great aesthetics and protection.
Stainless Steel Crowns
Stainless steel crowns are durable, pre-fabricated dental caps designed to cover and protect decayed or damaged primary teeth in children. They are chosen for their strength and longevity, making them an effective solution for maintaining a child’s dental health until permanent teeth emerge.
Nerve Treatments
Nerve treatments are dental procedures designed to address infections or damage to the pulp of a child’s tooth, helping to relieve pain and prevent further complications. These treatments often involve cleaning out the affected nerve tissue and sealing the tooth to maintain its functionality until it naturally falls out or is replaced by a permanent tooth.
Extractions
This dental procedure is performed to safely remove decayed, damaged, or problematic teeth to promote overall oral health.
Frenectomies
Tongue Tie Release
Tongue tie release, also known as frenotomy or frenectomy, is a quick procedure that involves removing the frenulum, the tissue that restricts the movement of the tongue. This intervention is commonly performed to improve breast and/or bottle feeding, enhance speech development, and promote better oral health in infants and young children experiencing difficulty due to tongue tie.
Upper Lip Tie Release
This minimally invasive procedure is designed to address problems which arise when the frenulum, the band of tissue connecting the upper lip to the gums, is too tight or restrictive. Similar to a tongue tie release, the frenulum is precisely removed without the need for sutures, allowing for improved oral hygiene practices, better feeding, and enhanced speech development in children.
Sedation Dentistry
Nitrous Oxide
Nitrous oxide/oxygen inhalation, also referred to as “laughing gas”, is a safe and effective technique used in dentistry to reduce anxiety, produce analgesia, and enhance effective communication between the patient and health care provider.
General Anesthesia
General Anesthesia is recommended for a population of patients because of their need for extensive treatment, acute situational anxiety, uncooperative age-appropriate behavior, immature cognitive functioning, disabilities, or medical conditions.
Pediatric dentists utilize general anesthesia to promote excellence in quality of care and concurrently induce a positive attitude in the patient toward dental treatment under safe and successful measures.
Appliances
Space Maintenance
A dental space maintainer is a device custom-made by a dentist or orthodontist. Its primary purpose is to keep the space open to allow the permanent tooth to erupt and come into place when primary teeth are lost prematurely. Space maintainers help prevent the drifting and rotation of adjacent teeth caused by this gap.
Kids often lose their baby teeth earlier than usual, either naturally, due to an accident, or because of issues like cavities. In such cases, dental space maintainers help prevent potential spacing problems and promote adequate guidance of eruption of the developing dentition as the child grows.
Digit Sucking Habits Treatment
This is a non-invasive, comfortable appliance designed to help children break the habit of sucking their fingers or thumbs. When the child attempts to continue their sucking habit, the appliance encourages them to stop, promoting adequate oral development.
Smile Gallery
Take a peek at our smile gallery to see the wonderful smiles we’ve created for our young patients!
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Contact us by calling 606-657-4696 (London location) or 606-436-5437 (Hazard location) today.