Pediatric Dentistry in Washington, DC
A first visit that is actually fun
Believe it or not, a child’s first trip to the dentist can be fun, painless, and enjoyable. A child does not come into this life afraid of the dentist — but like the rest of us, they can fear the unknown. We make it known.
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- Friendly language
- All ages welcome
- Sealants & fluoride
- Habit building
20
Primary teeth
Age 1
Recommended first visit
Every 6mo
Checkup interval
Our Approach
Making the unknown familiar
At our office we make a special effort to use language that is friendly and easily understood. We know how to describe any diagnosis or treatment in a non-frightening manner. We want you and your child to feel at ease from the moment you arrive in our waiting room.
Dr. Justin Jones brings a year of experience from a pediatric clinic in Denver, Colorado, and both of our dentists treat patients of any age with a smile. We take extra time with younger patients who are visiting for the first time.
Regular checkups every six months, added to a solid home hygiene routine, are the best way to keep your child’s teeth clean, strong, and free of cavities.
Patient Education
Pediatric Dentistry explained
Short videos covering how pediatric dentistry works, what to expect, and how to care for your results.
Pediatric Dentistry
9 videos
Why Start Early
Habits formed young last a lifetime
Good oral hygiene habits last a lifetime and make a huge impact on a person’s health and happiness.
No Fear of the Dentist
Early, positive visits mean your child grows up seeing dental care as normal rather than scary.
Cavity Prevention
Sealants and fluoride protect the deep grooves of new molars where decay usually starts.
Catch Problems Early
We spot decay, crowding, and bite issues while they are still simple and inexpensive to address.
Track Development
We monitor how permanent teeth are coming in and flag orthodontic needs at the right time.
Teething Support
Practical guidance for sore gums, thumb sucking, pacifiers, and the transition to brushing.
Nutrition Guidance
We help you identify the sugary foods and drinks doing the most damage to young teeth.
What to Expect
Your child’s visit, step by step
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Meet and Explore
We let your child look around, sit in the chair, and see the tools before anything happens.
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Tell, Show, Do
We explain each step in friendly words, demonstrate it, then do it — no surprises.
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Gentle Exam
We count teeth, check the bite, and look for early signs of decay or crowding.
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Clean and Protect
A gentle polish, then fluoride or sealants where they will do the most good.
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Coach the Parent
We show you brushing technique and set a realistic home routine before you leave.
Growing Smiles
From first tooth to permanent smile
Between six and twelve months your child’s first teeth begin to appear, and they continue coming through until about age three. Gums will likely feel sore — you can ease this by rubbing a finger or a cool, damp cloth across them, and some children enjoy a teething ring.
When teething finishes, your child should have twenty primary teeth. These are shed at various times through childhood. Permanent teeth begin appearing at age six and continue until about age twenty, when an adult has twenty-eight permanent teeth plus four wisdom teeth.
Infant & Toddler Visits
Short, gentle familiarization visits starting around the first birthday.
Sealants & Fluoride
Protective treatments applied as permanent molars come in around ages six and twelve.
Cavity Treatment
Comfortable, kid-appropriate fillings when decay is caught early.
Growth Monitoring
Tracking eruption and spacing so orthodontic timing is never missed.
Common Questions
Everything you want to know
Considering Pediatric Dentistry? Here are answers to the questions we hear most often.
Around the first birthday, or when the first tooth appears — whichever comes first. That first appointment is mostly about familiarity and giving you guidance, not extensive treatment.
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Ready to explore Pediatric Dentistry?
Book your consultation at Smile Beautiful Dental. We'll evaluate your smile, answer all your questions, and create a personalized plan — with no pressure and no judgment.