Children's Dentistry
Your kid’s first few dental visits shape how they feel about the dentist for the rest of their life, which is exactly why the choice of who sees them matters more than almost any other appointment on your calendar. Children’s dentistry at Emerald Dental is built around making that first impression a good one: gentle explanations, a team that’s actually patient with kids, and a pace that matches your child instead of rushing them. As part of our General & Family Dentistry services, you’re not just booking a cleaning, you’re choosing who your child learns to trust with their health. Emerald Dental provides children’s dentistry at Lakewood and Littleton offices.
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What Happens During a Children's Dental Visit
A children’s dental visit typically includes a gentle examination of your child’s teeth and gums, preventive care such as a professional cleaning, and X-rays when clinically appropriate based on your child’s age, dental development, oral health, and individual risk factors.
Just as important is helping your child understand what’s happening. We explain each step in age-appropriate language so the visit feels familiar rather than sudden or intimidating. Parents also have an opportunity to ask questions about concerns specific to their child’s stage of development, from brushing and cavity prevention to changes in their growing smile.
How the Visit Works
Meeting Your Child.
The visit starts with getting to know your child, not diving straight into their mouth, so they have a minute to feel comfortable with the person about to examine them.
Gentle Exam and Cleaning.
Teeth and gums are checked, plaque and buildup are cleaned away, and everything is explained as it happens so your child knows what’s coming next.
Talking It Through With You.
Before you leave, you’ll hear exactly what was found and what, if anything, needs follow-up, plus practical guidance for home that actually fits your family’s routine.
Benefits of Children's Dentistry
The benefits that matter most to parents aren’t really about teeth, they’re about what the visit does for your child long-term.
A calm first experience that shapes how your child feels about the dentist for years
Real explanations kept at your child's level, not rushed or talked over their head
You're kept informed the whole way through, not left in the waiting room guessing
Early monitoring catches issues while they're still simple to address
A team that's genuinely patient, even on the appointments that don't go perfectly
Why Emerald Dental for Children's Dentistry
Every visit is paced to your child, not a schedule, so a nervous first appointment gets the same patience as a routine cleaning. You’ll be part of the conversation the entire time, hearing what we see and why, so nothing is a surprise. Both our Lakewood and Littleton offices offer the same standard of care for your family. Meet our doctors on our About Us page.
What Patients Are Saying
Real feedback from real patients across our Lakewood and Littleton offices.
Frequently Asked Questions
At what age should my child have their first dental visit?
Most dentists recommend a first visit around your child’s first birthday, or within six months of their first tooth coming in, whichever comes first. Early visits are less about treatment and more about starting the relationship before anything actually needs fixing.
What if my child is scared or has never been to a dentist before?
That’s genuinely normal, and it doesn’t need to be a bad appointment. We slow down, explain things at their pace, and won’t push through a visit that needs to happen more gently, even if that means doing less on the first try.
How often should my child see the dentist?
Twice a year is the standard for most kids, similar to adults, though your dentist may suggest more frequent visits if your child has a higher cavity risk. It’s based on what’s actually going on in their mouth, not a blanket rule.
Are dental X-rays safe for children?
Yes, digital X-rays use very low radiation and are only taken when there’s a specific reason to look beneath the surface. They’re not a routine part of every visit, just a tool used when it actually adds useful information.
Will you tell me everything that's going on, or just handle it?
You’ll hear everything, what was found, what it means, and what, if anything, we’d recommend, before any decisions get made. Nothing happens without you being part of that conversation.
A Dentist Your Kid Can Actually Trust
The right first experience makes every appointment after it easier, for your child and for you. Emerald Dental provides children’s dentistry at both our Lakewood and Littleton offices.
Find Us
Two Convenient Locations
Both offices are open Monday through Thursday and accept new patients of all ages.
Lakewood
Emerald Dental Lakewood
12093-A West Alameda Pkwy, Lakewood, CO 80228
Littleton
Emerald Dental Littleton
2731 W Belleview Ave, Littleton, CO 80123