Dental Care for Children
Preventative dentistry treatments for children are just as important as preventative dentistry treatments for adults. In fact, youngsters have oral health issues just like us and are sometimes more prone to cavities if they love to eat candy, cookies, drink juice and enjoy other sugary treats.
At Petoskey Dental Associates, we strive to offer a wide variety of services for our children and adolescent patients.



Child Assessments
For children under the age of 3, or need a Head Start evaluations, we can provide an assessment which includes a dental examination and parent nutritional counseling.
This may help to identify the child's risk of tooth decay, and to identify any developmental concerns.
Dental Cleanings
Your child's teeth need a cleaning at least two times per year starting at no later than 5 years of age. This cleaning is necessary to eliminate plaque and tartar and to check for early signs of tooth decay.
Dental Sealants
A dental sealant is a thin coating that is put on the chewing surfaces of the back teeth. The sealant material flows into the pits and grooves and acts like a barrier protecting the enamel by "sealing out" bacteria and bits of food that can cause tooth decay. Sealants are a safe, painless, and easy way to protect your child's teeth.
Fluoride Treatments
The application of fluoride to teeth remineralizes enamel, making it that much easier to combat acids and bacteria that cause decay. Strong teeth are much less likely to endure decay.
Silver Diamine Fluoride
When caught early, we can stop or slow the progression of tooth decay by applying this odorless liquid. This is a safe, predictable, and less expensive options that works well for young children.
