Building Forever Smiles with Top-notch Pediatric Dentistry

The youngest member of the family always needs gentle, extra-special dental care. Dr. Carlos Benavides and the entire Buena Vida Dental Studio team have the training and experience to care for young patients in a fun, relaxing atmosphere. We provide high-quality pediatric dentistry in Tucson, Arizona, to children of all ages, including those with special needs.

When does children’s dental care begin?

Your child’s dental care begins immediately after birth, way before their first tooth comes in. Wipe your infant’s gums with a wet, clean cloth after every feeding. This removes sugars in breast milk or formula to deny harmful bacteria the fuel they need to thrive.

When your baby’s first tooth appears, it’s time to begin brushing! You won’t need to use toothpaste just yet—wait until your child learns how to spit it out properly. That first tooth eruption is also an important milestone, signaling it’s time to schedule their first dental visit. While most babies get their first tooth around six months, it can vary from child to child. Regardless of when it comes in, take your little one to the dentist by their first birthday.

What are the pediatric dental services available?

Maintaining your child’s smile is a team effort between parents/caregivers and dentists. Parents play a crucial role at home in establishing daily oral hygiene routines and monitoring signs of teething, decay, etc.

On the other side, we provide professional care with the following services.

  • Dental exams: We inspect your young one’s mouth for signs of decay and gum infections. Your child’s mouth is also constantly growing, so we monitor its growth and development continuously to catch and treat problems while they are still minor. 
  • Teeth cleanings: Like adults, children need regular cleanings to remove plaque and tartar from hard-to-reach surfaces of the mouth. Our pediatric cleanings are quick and gentle, but the benefits last many years.
  • Dental sealants: A sealant is a thin, protective coating applied to the chewing surfaces of teeth to prevent decay. Sealants are applied to the back teeth because they have inherent pits that trap food and harmful bacteria that cause decay. Even with good oral hygiene, cleaning these creviced surfaces effectively is challenging. Dental sealants smoothen irregularities to simplify oral hygiene and create a protective layer against cavity-causing bacteria.
  • Fluoride treatments: Fluoride helps strengthen the enamel against tooth decay. Fluoride treatment also remineralizes your teeth to reverse early signs of decay. Applying fluoride is a quick, non-invasive, and painless procedure.

Building healthy smiles in pediatric patients requires more than checking cavities—it’s about creating positive, stress-free experiences that set the stage for lifelong oral health. Your Tucson pediatric dentist provides gentle, personalized care to ensure each visit is enjoyable and comforting for children and their caregivers. Making dental visits fun and welcoming helps children develop trust, confidence, and healthy habits that last a lifetime.

Do you need a pediatric dentist near Tucson, Arizona?

Start your child’s smile off right with pediatric dentistry in Tucson, AZ. At Buena Vida Dental Studio, we provide top-notch dental care to children of all ages and are experienced in caring for children with physical, developmental, sensory, or emotional challenges. Call (520) 745-5577 to schedule an appointment. Children love us, and many look forward to their visits!