Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentistry lays the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. From your child's first tooth through adolescence, early care supports proper oral development and helps establish habits that last well beyond childhood. At Avocabo Dental & Orthodontics, pediatric care is led by Dr. Bo Kwok, a board-certified pediatric dentist, and our focus is on earning your child's trust through gentle, compassionate care, and keeping families informed every step of the way. It's a prevention-centered approach built on one simple idea: a positive relationship with the dentist today creates a healthier, more confident smile for life.
Your Child's First Visit
We recommend scheduling your child's first dental visit when their first tooth erupts or by one year of age. Early visits help us catch potential issues early and get your child comfortable with the dental office. They allow us to offer guidance on home routines, oral development, habits, and nutrition tailored to your child's age.
For infants and very young children, this often means a knee-to-knee exam — you'll sit facing us with your child in your lap, so they stay close to you the whole time.
Services Offered
Special Needs Pediatric Dentistry
We adapt the dental visit to your child, with quieter rooms, individualized behavior guidance, and familiarization appointments when helpful.
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Baby's First Dental Visit
Learn what happens at your baby's first dental visit, including our knee-to-knee exam and dedicated infant room.
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Fillings
We use tooth-colored materials to repair smaller cavities or fractures, restoring your child's tooth while keeping their smile looking natural.
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Crowns
When a tooth needs extra protection after decay or damage, crowns restore its shape and strength so your child can chew, smile, and speak with confidence.
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Extractions
If a tooth is beyond repair or needs to come out to make way for healthy development, we make the removal process as gentle as possible for your child.
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Minimally Invasive Caries Management
Using the latest techniques, we treat early signs of decay with a conservative approach that preserves as much healthy tooth structure as possible.
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Nitrous Oxide
Also commonly known as 'laughing gas,' this is a mild way to help anxious children feel more relaxed during treatment; it is administered through a soft rubber hood fitted passively over the nose.
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Sedation Dentistry for Children
For children who need extra support to feel at ease, sedation options may be recommended based on your child's needs, medical history, and treatment plan.
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Space Maintenance
When a baby tooth is lost early, space maintainers help guide proper alignment and give permanent teeth room to grow in correctly.
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Frenectomy
A quick procedure to release a restrictive lip or tongue tie, helping support feeding, speech, and oral development.
View service detailsHelping Anxious Kids Feel Comfortable
We explain what we're doing in kid-friendly language, go at your child's pace, and offer sedation options for children who need extra support feeling at ease.
We also welcome children with special healthcare needs. Let us know what would help when you schedule, so we can plan your child's visit around it.
Pediatric Dental Emergencies
Call us right away — our team will help you find the soonest appointment for urgent care. Learn more about emergency dental care →
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Let us help your child develop a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime.
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