At Camas Pediatric Dentistry, we specialize in providing quality dental care for your children from infancy to adolescence. Through routine checkups, fillings, sealants, emergency care, and more, our goal is to help your child feel safe, relaxed, and comfortable. The team at Camas Pediatric Dentistry will help your child's smile reach its fullest potential.
Dr. Shirley is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a graduate of Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She completed her specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, while serving as Chief Resident during her final year of residency. As the daughter of a dentist and granddaughter of a dental lab technician, Dr. Jennifer's exposure and interest in dentistry began at a very young age.
She has always been passionate about oral health and has now committed her career to serve the oral health needs of pediatric patients. She is very excited to help your child achieve their optimal oral health, and set them up for a lifetime of "A+" dental visits.
Dr. Shirley is a Board Certified Pediatric Dentist and a graduate of Rutgers School of Dental Medicine. She completed her specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry at Brookdale Hospital Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY, while serving as Chief Resident during her final year of residency. As the daughter of a dentist and granddaughter of a dental lab technician, Dr. Jennifer's exposure and interest in dentistry began at a very young age.
She has always been passionate about oral health and has now committed her career to serve the oral health needs of pediatric patients. She is very excited to help your child achieve their optimal oral health, and set them up for a lifetime of "A+" dental visits.
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Pediatric dentists complete an additional two or three years of training specific to children's dentistry.
Pediatric dentists can treat patients at all early stages of life; from newborn babies to teenagers and those with special health needs.
It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry that your child receives a dental exam when their teeth begin to grow in or by their first birthday, whichever comes first.
Your child's teeth will begin to grow in at around 6 months of age.
Pediatric dentists can treat patients at all early stages of life; from newborn babies to teenagers and those with special health needs.
It is recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry that your child receives a dental exam when their teeth begin to grow in or by their first birthday, whichever comes first.
Your child's teeth will begin to grow in at around 6 months of age.
Developing strong, healthy teeth begins before we're even born!
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) expecting mothers should seek regular oral care throughout their pregnancy.
First Visit: Your child's first visit is also known as a "happy visit" and is very important in gaining your child's trust and confidence for their future cleanings and procedures.
We use this as an opportunity to introduce your child to the dentist's office in a fun and non-invasive way.
Bottle Rot: Avoid putting your baby to bed with a bottle, sippy cup or while breastfeeding.
According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) expecting mothers should seek regular oral care throughout their pregnancy.
First Visit: Your child's first visit is also known as a "happy visit" and is very important in gaining your child's trust and confidence for their future cleanings and procedures.
We use this as an opportunity to introduce your child to the dentist's office in a fun and non-invasive way.
Bottle Rot: Avoid putting your baby to bed with a bottle, sippy cup or while breastfeeding.
At Camas Pediatric Dentistry, our compassionate, highly-trained and highly-skilled staff offers a variety of pediatric dental services.
We understand that each family is unique, therefore, we aim to fulfill the unique needs of each and every child that visits our office.
The key to pediatric dental success is cavity prevention.
Our team works tirelessly to educate and prevent cavities before they occur.
We teach your child about tooth decay, how it forms in the mouth, and how to mitigate tooth decay formation through routine dental hygiene practices.
We understand that each family is unique, therefore, we aim to fulfill the unique needs of each and every child that visits our office.
The key to pediatric dental success is cavity prevention.
Our team works tirelessly to educate and prevent cavities before they occur.
We teach your child about tooth decay, how it forms in the mouth, and how to mitigate tooth decay formation through routine dental hygiene practices.
At Camas Pediatric Dentistry, we offer different options for children with dentist-related anxiety.
We understand that oral health and general health are intertwined.
We ensure every aspect of care is deliberate and purposeful.
Our dentists and staff strive to develop a welcoming, trustful and caring relationship with each patient.
For children who have anxiety about dental treatment, we offer different sedation levels to ensure a comfortable experience in our office.
If a child needs minimal sedation for an appointment, we offer nitrous oxide.
We understand that oral health and general health are intertwined.
We ensure every aspect of care is deliberate and purposeful.
Our dentists and staff strive to develop a welcoming, trustful and caring relationship with each patient.
For children who have anxiety about dental treatment, we offer different sedation levels to ensure a comfortable experience in our office.
If a child needs minimal sedation for an appointment, we offer nitrous oxide.
Knocked-Out Baby Tooth: Once lost, baby teeth should not be placed back in the mouth as it may possibly damage the growing permanent tooth.
However, it is important to make sure no other teeth are injured.
Contact your pediatric dental office promptly.
Toothache: To relieve a toothache, clean the area around the tooth thoroughly.
Rinse the mouth with warm salt water or use floss to remove any trapped food or debris.
If your child's face is swollen, apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in cloth.
However, it is important to make sure no other teeth are injured.
Contact your pediatric dental office promptly.
Toothache: To relieve a toothache, clean the area around the tooth thoroughly.
Rinse the mouth with warm salt water or use floss to remove any trapped food or debris.
If your child's face is swollen, apply a cold compress or ice wrapped in cloth.
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