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Advantages of Choosing a Pediatric Dentist for Your Children

Pediatric dentistry specializes in dental care for children and teens. Working with a children’s dentist is a great way to meet your kids’ dental care needs. By scheduling pediatric dental visits early, your children can learn to prioritize dental care. Drs. Terence, Casey, and Kayla Lau from Mid-Valley Dental Care, Northridge, California, can help your children establish good oral care habits that will benefit them well into their adult years. 

Advantages of Working with a Pediatric Dentist 

The right dentist can be a tremendous asset to your child’s oral health. Here are some of the benefits you stand to gain by choosing a pediatric dentist for your children:

Specialized training – Pediatric dentists have the knowledge and skills to resolve dental problems that your children may experience in their formative years. Pediatric dentists are also trained in working with children and know how to put them at ease so they can have positive dental visits. 

Stress-free dental visits – Pediatric dental care caters to the needs of young patients to help them feel comfortable and relaxed during dental visits. Your Northridge pediatric dentists will engage with your children, answer their questions and establish a rapport with them so they’ll be happy to return for future treatments.

Education on oral care – A pediatric dentist can teach your children good oral care habits that will keep their teeth healthy and strong long-term. We’ll teach your children how to brush properly, the importance of flossing and how to establish a good oral hygiene routine. 

Quality dental services – Through pediatric dentistry, your children and teens can receive quality dental services that include: 

  • Routine checkups and cleanings
  • Fluoride treatments and dental sealants
  • Cavity treatment and fillings
  • Tooth extraction 
  • Root canal therapy
  • Early gum disease treatment
  • Orthodontics and more 

In a dental emergency, you can count on your Northridge emergency pediatric dentist to provide prompt and effective treatment. 

Pediatric Dentist Near Me

To schedule an appointment for pediatric dental services in Northridge, CA, contact Mid-Valley Dental Care at (818) 886-3500 at your earliest convenience.

Terence Lau, DDS, FICOI, FAACP

With more than three decades of education and experience, Dr Terence Lau is a leader in his field. With a Bachelor’s degree in Cell-Molecular Biology from CSUN, he earned his DDS from USC School of Dentistry and received specialized Periodontal Prosthodontics training under experts and pioneers in the field at the University of Washington. He focuses especially on minimally invasive Bio-Aesthetic Implant Surgery, advanced laser dentistry, and more. Dr. Lau is a member of the AGD, ICOI, AO, ACOI, ASO, AAID, AADSM, DOCS, AAFO, and AACFP, and is a nationally recognized lecturer and founder of Bio-Aesthetic Implant and Laser Solutions.

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Casey Lau, DDS

Dr. Casey Lau has over 10 years of experience in comprehensive dental care, with an emphasis on minimally invasive bioesthetic dentistry. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Biology and his DDS from UCLA. Dr. Lau specializes in occlusion, orthodontics, cosmetic enhancements, and laser dentistry, with expertise in implantology, clear aligner therapy, oral sedation, and much more. He is a member of the AGD, ICOI, AO, ADA, CDA, DOCS, IAO, and AACA. Along with his wife, Dr. Lau co-founded Elims Oral Care, offering eco-conscious oral care products.

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Kayla Lau, DDS, RDH

Dr. Kayla Lau started out as a dental hygienist before she earned her DDS from the renowned USC School of Dentistry. Specializing in restorative and aesthetic dentistry, she is highly skilled in using neuromodulators like Botox and dermal fillers to improve orofacial pain relief and facial aesthetics. Dr. Lau is passionate about Biomimetic Restorative Dentistry, having trained with pioneers in the field. She is an active member of the AGD, ADA, CDA, SFVDS, ABD, and IAAFA, committed to enhancing smiles and overall oral health.

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