ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics was created to bring healthy smiles to the entire family, including its youngest members. Our kid-friendly dentists, Dr. Hill, Dr. Brodersen, and Dr. Sam work to provide positive dental experiences for every child, taking extra time to ensure their comfort throughout their dental visit. Our welcoming dental office in Schaumburg, IL was created to make little ones feel at home, and create a foundation for a lifetime of heathy smiles!
At ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics, we recommend scheduling your child’s first dental appointment as soon as possible after they cut their first tooth. At every visit, you and your child will be encouraged to take an active role, asking questions and sharing any concerns you may have about pediatric dental care. Our dentists will always offer easy-to-follow explanations and gentle reassurance to ensure your child feels comfortable taking care of their smile between visits.
If your child is anxious, ask us about our comfort options, including our in-house emotional support dog Murphy and sedation dentistry options that could make their appointment more pleasant.
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist?
ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics has board-certified pediatric dentists on staff to care for your child's smile! Unlike general dentists, certified pediatric dentists have additional, specialized training for treating infants, children, and teenagers, making them a top choice for young dental patients. They focus on the ins and outs of growing mouths and also receive training in child behavior, special healthcare needs, and pediatric health.
Our pediatric dentists look forward to welcoming your child to our practice! Our top dental services for kids include:
Your Child's First Visit
At ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics, many of our dentists are parents, and can understand the perspectives of both a pediatric patient and their parent. With this understanding, we combine a gentle approach with years of expertise to provide the highest quality kids dental care possible. We understand a child may be hesitant or nervous when it comes to their first visit to the dentist, and we'll take every measure to keep both you and your child comfortable and happy in our care.
Your child's first visit will begin in a warm, kid-friendly waiting area, stocked with storybooks and toys for all ages, plus a movie theater complete with stadium seating! If your child needs a quiet place to work on homework or other projects, our office has dedicated space for that too.
Our kids' dental staff is gentle and engaging, taking time to build rapport with each patient and help them create a positive association with dental visits. We follow guidelines from the American Association of Pediatric Dentistry stating that all children should attend their first dental appointment by their first birthday or when their first tooth erupts - whichever comes first!
Meet Murphy: Our In-Office Emotional Support Dog
Would your child benefit from the company of a gentle, furry friend during their dental visit? Ask us about Murphy! Our sweet goldendoodle can help ease feelings of nervousness, dental anxiety and fear at your child's next dental visits. The benefits of interacting with animals are endless, and Murphy is well-trained to help keep patients of all ages at ease. If your child is interested in meeting Murphy at their next dental visit to our Schaumburg dental office, contact us today to learn more!
Preventive Dental Exams for Kids Dental Checkups
ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics follows guidance from the American Academy of Pediatric Dentists (AAPD), suggesting that children be seen for a checkup every 6 months. Maintaining your child's regularly scheduled dental exams allow us to empower you and your child to promote their healthiest smiles. Our dentists may recommend more frequent visits if they detect a susceptibility to cavities or who show sign of needing orthodontic interventions.
Special Needs Dentistry for Children
All patients are welcome at our pediatric dental office in Schaumburg! Our pediatric dentists have completed the extensive training necessary to treat patients who have special needs.
Fluoride Treatment
Mineral treatment with fluoride treatments is a safe, effective way to help kids protect their smiles from cavities. Our Schaumburg pediatric dentists often recommend including fluoride treatments and dental sealants in each child's preventive dental visits as a comprehensive approach to protecting their smiles. Fluoride acts as a shield for the tooth’s outer enamel and can even help reverse early dental decay.
Silver Diamond Fluoride (SDF)
ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics uses Silver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) as a non-invasive dental treatment used to prevent cavities, reduce cavity growth and maintain healthy smiles. SDF uses silver, water, and fluoride to offer to help fight the bacteria that breaks down the surface of the teeth, offering a safe, effective treatment to protect smiles at all ages.
Dental Sealants
Dental sealants are thin coats of plastic placed onto the back teeth to protect their deep grooves and depressions from accumulating the bacteria and food particles that cause cavities. Protective sealants are typically applied to each child's back teeth, premolars and molars, and providing protective effects designed to last for several years.
Space Maintainers
Your child might need a space maintainer if they lose a tooth early or have a baby tooth extracted. Our office provides custom-crafted space maintainers to keep the space where the baby tooth was lost, providing a space for the permanent tooth to come into place. Early orthodontic treatment with a space maintainer can help prevent more intensive orthodontic treatment later in life.
Tooth Colored Fillings for Kids
At ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics, treating small cavities for kids will typically involve the use of discreet, effective tooth-colored fillings.
Dental Crowns
A dental crown is a tooth-shaped cover designed to restore a chipped, cracked, or otherwise damaged tooth by restoring its shape and functionality. Our pediatric dental team may recommend a dental crown for your child’s tooth if it has a large cavity, was broken or chipped due to trauma, or if the tooth hasn’t developed correctly.
Gentle Tooth Extractions
Sometimes, a gentle tooth extraction is needed when a tooth experiences extreme decay and cannot be saved. We may also recommend removing a tooth that is severely fractured or crowding other teeth. Our pediatric dental team will ensure your child's comfort throughout the oral surgery process.
Early Interceptive Orthodontics
Does your child suck their thumb or use a pacifier? Has early tooth loss made it so that their bite is changing? Early bite assessments at ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics allow us to help your child avoid bite complications, such as impacted teeth, crossbites, or overbites. Even better, early interceptive orthodontics can prevent the need to wear braces for an extended period of time during your child's adolescent years.
At ABC Dentistry, our skilled pediatric dentists offer a wide selection of orthodontic appliances, including expanders, habit appliances, and braces. Your child's dentist will take a customized approach to determine the best interceptive orthodontic treatment for their needs!
Pulpotomy
If your child’s tooth suffers a large cavity, the bacteria can damage the pulp inside the tooth, causing pain and even infection or inflammation. To treat it, our kids' dental team may recommend a pulpotomy. Instead of removing the entire tooth, a pulpotomy involves our team placing medicated filling into the pulp chamber to restore its health.
Athletic Mouth Guards
For our patients who are involved in any type of sports, we recommend wearing a custom-fitted mouth guard is one of your best pieces of insurance. Sports guards are designed protect the teeth from damage while keeping concussions at bay.
Complimentary PRO-SYS Toothbrushes
Does your child always look forward to their dental goodie bag? ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics now includes PRO-SYS tapered toothbrushes in our take-home bags! PRO-SYS toothbrushes earned the coveted Seal of Acceptance from the ADA, and have aseptic handles that harbor less bacteria than conventional toothbrushes. Plus, with every PRO-SYS toothbrush purchased, the company donates a toothbrush to a child in need through its nonprofit partners.
Schedule Your Child's Next Visit with Our Pediatric Dentists
Our comprehensive selection of pediatric dental services is designed to protect your child's smile for life! ABC Dentistry & Orthodontics emphasizes comfortable If your child is due for their next dental exam, orthodontic consultation, or pediatric dental treatment, contact our office today to schedule their next visit.
