Pediatric Dentistry

Comprehensive Pediatric Solutions in Northern Idaho

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Your Child's First Teeth

Your child's 20 baby teeth will begin to appear usually between six and nine months, though in some cases it may start as early as three months or as late as twelve months. The two lower front teeth tend to erupt first, followed by the two upper ones. The first molars come in next, followed by the canines (eyeteeth). To help with teething discomfort, wipe your child’s gums and newly erupting teeth with a water-soaked gauze pad or damp washcloth.

Daily Brushing Routine

When your child begins getting teeth, we encourage you to establish a daily brushing routine with a small, soft-bristled toothbrush and/or a finger rag, using no more than a thin smear of 10% nano-hydroxyapatite  toothpaste. Your child will need your help with this important task until about the age of 6.

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Comprehensive Pediatric Dental Treatments

We treat your child like our own and only do what’s right for them. With an additional two years of specialized pediatric care beyond dental school, a board-certified pediatric dentist like Dr. John has the specific skills and experience to treat infants through teenagers.

Infant
Dentistry

Time for your child's first dental visit or need something looked at? We offer infant examinations to evaluate any potential issues.

Healthy
Smile Habits

As your child grows, we focus on prevention and education to ensure their smile remains healthy. Our goal is to help children learn and develop consistent oral hygiene habits.

Healthy Nutrition Guidance

We can help guide you and your child to foods that promote healthy smiles and prevent bacteria and decay.

Tooth Colored Fillings

When necessary, we use mercury-free composite fillings with a tooth-colored resin to fill in cavities. As a result, fillings blend in naturally.

Prophylaxis
(Teeth Cleaning)

During their regular six-month appointment, your child will experience a gentle and thorough cleaning to help prevent cavities and promote overall oral health.

Dental
Sealants

A plastic coating can be professionally applied to prevent cavities by sealing the chewing surfaces. Dental sealants are easy to apply and provide years of protection.

Topical Fluoride Treatment

We use fluoride foam to protect your tooth enamel and slow down or stop tooth decay.

Tooth
Extractions

When a tooth has decay, disease, trauma, or may impede normal oral development, we remove the tooth.

Early Intervention Orthodontics

The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a check-up with an orthodontic specialist no later than age 7. Interceptive orthodontic treatment around this time can help direct proper tooth positioning and/or jaw growth, eliminating or simplifying the need for later treatment.

Frenectomy/Lip & Tongue Tie Treatment

We use a Solea CO2 laser to create normal tongue function, allowing a baby to latch and breastfeed efficiently. Proper function also promotes normal speech development, makes it possible for a child to self-cleanse the mouth during eating, allows adequate swallowing patterns, and provides for proper growth and development.

Child-friendly Sedation Dentistry

Sedation options are based on your child's comfort. Different levels of sedation can make a dental visit more accessible for those who have difficulty with treatment.

Invisalign® & Invisalign® Teen

Clear aligners are virtually invisible and removable enabling you to experience a beautifully straight smile without the challenge of traditional braces.

Traditional
Braces

We offer traditional wire braces to straighten crooked teeth and correct bite problems.

Airway Centered Orthodontics

With a focus on aligning the teeth and jaws, we optimize breathing and overall health by addressing issues like sleep apnea and airway obstruction as early as three years old.

Myofunctional
Sleep Appliances

Designed to improve airway function and promote healthy sleep by repositioning the jaw and tongue, reducing obstruction.

complex
Dentistry

When necessary, Dr. John treats complex dental issues using general anesthesia.

Digital
X-rays

Quick, comfortable, and safe, digital X-rays produce high-resolution images without harsh chemicals or extra radiation.

Intraoral
Camera

Our chairside camera lets children watch their own teeth up close, making checkups interactive and easy to understand.

Cone Beam
Imaging

Advanced 3D imaging creates precise, lifelike scans of your child’s mouth, helping our team plan treatments with unmatched accuracy.

Solea
CO2 Laser

Advanced dental laser using light wavelenths to perform many procedures with limited to no anesthetic including fillings and lip and tongue ties.

iTero
Scanner

Fast, comfortable, and mess-free, our 3D digital impressions capture every detail of your child’s teeth—no goo or discomfort needed.

Eccovision Acoustic Rhinometer

Using acoustic reflection technology, we non-invasively measure and map the airway to identify the location and severity of obstructions.

In-House
Laboratory

We can design and fabricate in house for faster, more precise treatment.

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“Very knowledgeable”

I really appreciate Dr. John's approach to dental health! He is very knowledgeable about overall body health & diet & how it can significantly impact dental health. He's also very mindful of children & their physical & emotional/mental needs when approaching dentistry. He & his team have been a great fit for our family.

A.C.

Connect with us

Call 208.667.3556 or request an appointment online to set up your first visit. We’ll be in touch soon.