Pediatric dentist dr. jason parker
Treating and preventing dental issues specific to little mouths from infancy through the teenage years.
Get Smiling With Dr. Parker!
At Dr. Parker’s Pediatric Dentistry, it is our goal to provide specialized pediatric dentistry in a fun, child-friendly environment, teaching each child how to overcome their fears and creating not only a happy smile, but a happy patient that will enjoy visiting the dentist for a lifetime. Dr. Parker takes a specialized approach to dealing with each child, guiding their dental growth and development, and helping them avoid dental problems in the future.
We love that we are able to help so many children experience high-quality dental care. Between Dr. Parker and our caring pediatric dental assistants, we are able to offer a wide variety of treatments to address all of your child’s dental needs. It is our goal to set your child on the right track for excellent oral health.
Our patients come from around the block as well as surrounding parishes to experience the warm, personal care we provide. We offer the latest and best dental treatment to our patients.
- Dental Cleaning
- Emergency Exams
- Extractions
- Fillings
- Orthodontics
- Invisalign
- Mouth Guards
- Sedation Dentistry
- Sealants
- Digital X-Rays
We Provide Pediatric Dental Services From Infancy to Early Adulthood
Below is some helpful oral hygiene and nutrition advice.
Infants
- If your infant falls asleep while feeding, wipe their teeth before laying them in bed.
- Start brushing your child’s teeth twice a day when they start to erupt.
- Infants should not be put to bed with a bottle.
- Ad libitum breast-feeding should be avoided after the first teeth erupt.
- Encourage your child to drink from a cup as they approach their 1st birthday.
- Schedule your child for a Well Baby Dental Visit by their 1st birthday.
- Use a smear (grain of rice size) amount of fluoride tooth paste twice daily as soon as the your child’s teeth come in.
Ages 1-6
- Parents should continue to assist their children with tooth brushing.
- Parents should dispense a “pea-sized” amount of fluoride toothpaste after age 2.
- Wean your baby from the bottle by 12-14 months of age.
- Floss your child’s teeth once a day.
- Avoid letting your child use a sippy cup to drink juice, milk, soda, or other beverages that contain fermentable carbohydrates.
- Help your child develop healthy snacking habits by offering foods that are nutritious.
- Avoid allowing your child “nibble” throughout the day.
Ages 7-13
- Parents should assure that their child brushes twice daily with a fluoride toothpaste.
- Look for plaque along the gum line of the front teeth to verify effectiveness of brushing.
- Parents should continue to supervise and assist as needed with daily brushing and flossing.
- The American Academy of Pediatrics promotes water, not sports or energy drinks, as the principal source of hydration for children and adolescents.
- Discourage children from “sipping and grazing” because frequency of exposure to sugars and fermentable carbohydrates increases the risk of caries.
Teens 13-18
- Remind your teen to brush thoroughly at least twice a day with a fluoride toothpaste.
- If your teen frequently “forgets to brush” or is “too tired”, help them pick a time of day that can work better for them, like after school or after dinner.
- Remind your child to floss daily.
- Make healthy snacks available and discourage frequent “sipping and nibbling”.
- Discourage your teen from drinking soda, sports drinks, and other acidic, sugary beverages.
- Remember that diet sodas are acidic and may increase the risk of enamel erosion.
Pediatric Dentistry Like No Other!
What are the things that make us different?
- Personal Relationships
- Comprehensive Services
- Compassionate Team
- Family-Friendly Environment
- Dental Expertise
- Patient Accommodations
Our Pediatric Dental Services
We offer a variety of pediatric dental services. Please call if you have any questions.
Pediatric Dentistry Services
- First Dental Visits
- Dental Cleaning
- Dental Treatments
- Dental Emergencies
- Protective Sealant
- Orthdontics
- Sedation
Dental Cleaning & Sealants
Dental Cleanings or Prophylaxis is an essential component of preventive dentistry. The goal is to remove microbial plaque which can cause gingivitis, and cavities.
Dental sealants are a great way to protect your growing child’s teeth from cavities. Sealants can prevent decay by as much as 80 percent, according to the (ADA).
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