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Infants and toddlers can benefit from early oral exams and cleanings to keep their mouths healthy.
Regular dental visits from a young age will familiarize your child with the process of going to the dentist.
Dr. Brock is a board certified pediatric dentist serving Clear Lake and Houston, and treats children of all ages.
The team at Big Picture Pediatric Dentistry focuses on your child’s comfort throughout their entire appointment. Call our Clear Lake dental office for more information at (281) 461-7470.
Bringing your baby to the dentist may seem early, but it’s one of the most important steps you can take to protect their long-term health. Baby teeth play a crucial role in speech development, proper chewing, and holding space for adult teeth. Early visits help detect potential issues like tongue-tie, tooth decay, or alignment problems before they become serious. They also give parents a chance to learn how to care for baby teeth, build healthy habits early, and reduce the likelihood of dental anxiety down the road. Preventive care at a young age sets the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles.
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Tooth decay can begin as soon as the first tooth erupts. Regular visits allow Dr. Brock to catch and treat early signs of decay before they become painful or require more extensive care. These visits also provide you with personalized guidance on feeding, brushing, and fluoride use to minimize the risk of cavities.
Dr. Brock will track your child’s oral growth and development, ensuring their teeth are erupting properly and that their jaws are developing as expected. If there are any concerns—such as delayed tooth eruption or potential bite issues—we can catch them early and offer appropriate guidance or intervention.
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If Dr. Brock suspects any dental issues that may not be visible during a routine oral exam, he will recommend dental x-rays. At our office, we use digital x-rays for enhanced comfort and increased safety.
Here’s what you can expect when bringing your little one to Big Picture Pediatric Dentistry:
We begin every visit by helping your child (and you!) feel comfortable. From our kid-friendly waiting area to our warm, welcoming staff, we create a low-stress environment to ease your little one into the dental experience.
Dr. Brock will perform a gentle yet comprehensive exam of your baby’s mouth, checking for signs of decay, gum issues, or developmental concerns. We’ll also evaluate oral habits such as thumb-sucking or tongue posture.
You’ll receive personalized guidance on brushing, diet, and habits that affect your child’s oral health. We take time to answer all your questions and empower you to care for your child’s smile at home with confidence.
Depending on your child’s age and oral health, Dr. Brock will recommend when to return for future visits. We aim to build a proactive care plan tailored to your child’s needs to keep their mouth healthy as they grow.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children begin visiting the dentist at one year old or whenever their first tooth erupts (whichever comes first). By coming to the same office for routine visits from a young age, your child will become comfortable with Dr. Brock and the Clear Lake dental team at Big Picture Pediatric Dentistry. They will become familiarized with the process of a dental appointment and they will feel comfortable in their "dental home". In turn, this will help them feel less anxious and fearful when they come in for future cleanings and exams as they grow older.
Early, routine visits with Dr. Brock will also ensure that your child’s emerging teeth are healthy, properly positioned, and free of decay. Dr. Brock will track the eruption and emergence of your child’s teeth over time and make sure that their oral development is on track. As you and your child will form a real relationship with the team at Big Picture Pediatric Dentistry, we will learn about your child’s unique oral health challenges and provide you with the care and attention you need to keep their mouth healthy. Schedule an appointment with our Houston pediatric dental office today.
Even before your infant’s first tooth comes in, it’s important to clean their gums with gauze or a clean washcloth after nursing or bottle feeding. You can continue to do this until several of their baby teeth erupt.
Once they have some of their baby teeth, switch to using a small, soft baby toothbrush and water. When your child is between 1-2 years old, the AAPD recommends using a smear of fluoride toothpaste no bigger than a grain of rice. Brush each of their erupted teeth thoroughly, cleaning the front, top, and rear surfaces. When your child has most or all of their baby teeth (usually around the age of 3), start flossing them once per day.
Proper brushing is the most important step, along with regular visits to Big Picture Pediatric Dentistry in Clear Lake every six months. Infants in particular are highly susceptible to a dental issue called “bottle mouth” (also known as “baby bottle tooth decay”). This condition can occur if you let your infant sleep with a bottle of formula or milk, or if they feed regularly in small amounts from a bottle. The prolonged presence of sugar from the formula, milk, or breast milk in the bottle can lead to tooth decay.
To avoid this, always supervise your child during bottle feeding, and try to avoid putting your child to bed with a bottle. Also try not to use their bottle as a pacifier and encourage your child to drink from a cup by their first birthday.
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