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Pediatric Dentistry OverviewWhy Elite
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61 Berdan Avenue, Wayne, NJ 07470
Mon 9-5 · Tue-Thu 9:30-5:30 · Fri 9-4 · select Sat 8:30-1:30
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Book an Orthodontic Consultation Book a Pediatric Appointment Call 973-706-8339Your child sits with you
Recommended by the first birthday, and mostly a conversation with you and a quick look. The aim is a child who leaves unbothered.
5.0from 300+ Google reviewsWhat the first visit is for
The first visit is about making the second one easy.
Your child sits with you, we count teeth, and you get the answers to the questions every parent has at that age.
By the first birthday, or within six months of the first tooth appearing, whichever comes first. Bring your questions about teething, brushing, fluoride, feeding and thumb sucking.
We will talk it through with you at your child’s appointment.
Five steps
Nothing is done before your child has looked around.
Very young children are examined knee-to-knee, with you holding them.
Counting teeth, checking how they are coming through.
Bottles, thumbs, brushing, fluoride, what is normal.
Usually six months, sooner if something needs watching.
Pediatric dental specialist
Elite’s pediatric dental specialist: first visits, cleanings, sealants and restorative care for infants, children and teens, with parents in the room.
Your child’s appointment
Siblings can be seen back to back, so you make one trip.
Two other options
From the first tooth to the teenage years, with a parent in the room.
Explore Pediatric DentistryCost and coverage
Our team guides you through your child’s dental benefits and the care HSA or FSA funds can pay for.
The plans we accept for pediatric dentistry include Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Horizon and MetLife. The plan type matters, so check the full list below.
Benefits differ from plan to plan. Call with the plan name on the card and we will confirm your child’s benefits.
Yes. Exams, cleanings, X-rays, sealants, fluoride and emergency treatment can all qualify for pre-tax HSA or FSA funds.
Our administrative team is here to help with insurance, scheduling and financial policy questions. Call 973-706-8339.
Seven common questions
By the first birthday, or within six months of the first tooth. The first visit is mostly a conversation with you.
Your child looks around, sits with you, and we count teeth. Nothing is done that has not been explained first.
Yes, for as long as you want to be. Very young children are examined on your lap.
It is about prevention and advice rather than treatment. The dentist gently checks your baby’s teeth, gums and jaw development and talks with you about feeding, fluoride, brushing, teething and preventing cavities. If your baby has started teething, you are shown the best way to keep the new teeth clean.
With a gentle look at the teeth, gums and mouth to check that everything is developing as it should. If needed, the teeth get a light cleaning to remove plaque, and you are shown how to brush them at home with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a small smear of fluoride toothpaste. When appropriate, a fluoride varnish may be recommended to strengthen the new teeth.
Yes. Once the first tooth appears, brush twice a day with a soft-bristled toothbrush and a smear of fluoride toothpaste about the size of a grain of rice. Before the first tooth, wipe the gums with a soft, damp cloth.
Your insurance card and, if you have them, any recent x-rays from another practice.
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