We know that a visit to the dentist can feel a little overwhelming for small patients (and sometimes for parents, too!). Our office in New London is designed specifically with kids in mind.
We offer a comprehensive range of services tailored to meet the needs of infants, children, and adolescents in New London.
We aren’t just a dental office; we’re your partners in your child’s health. We take the time to answer every question, explain every procedure, and celebrate every “no-cavity” milestone.
Whether it’s your baby’s very first visit or a routine cleaning for your pre-teen, we treat every child like they are our own.
We can’t wait to meet you and your little ones! Discover why parents across New London, CT trust New London Dental Care with their children’s smiles.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that a child visits the dentist by their first birthday or within six months of their first tooth appearing. Starting early helps your child get comfortable with the sights and sounds of our New London office and allows us to monitor their development from the very start.
Preparation is key to a brave visit! We suggest reading fun picture books about the dentist or “playing dentist” at home. Use positive language, avoiding words like “shot” or “drill”, and let them know that the team at New London Dental Care is simply going to count and clean their “sugar bugs.” We go at your child’s pace to ensure they feel safe.
Primary teeth serve several vital roles: they help your child chew properly, aid in speech development, and, most importantly, act as placeholders for permanent teeth. If a baby tooth is lost too early due to decay, it can cause crowding issues later. Our goal in New London is to keep those primary teeth healthy and strong!
Think of us as the “pediatricians of dentistry.” After dental school, pediatric dentists undergo two to three years of additional specialized training focused solely on the needs of infants, children, and adolescents. At New London Dental Care, our entire environment, from our equipment to our communication style, is designed specifically for kids in New London, CT.
Yes! We know that toothaches or playground tumbles don’t always happen during convenient hours. If your child experiences a dental emergency in New London, please call us immediately. We prioritize emergency cases to get your little one out of pain and back to playing as quickly as possible.
For most children, we recommend a routine checkup and cleaning every six months. These bi-annual visits allow us to apply protective fluoride treatments, check for cavities, and ensure that their smile is developing perfectly. Regular visits also help build a strong bond of trust between our team and your child.
