A pediatric dental specialist provides comprehensive preventative care and therapeutic oral health care to infants and children through adolescence, including those with special health care needs. Pediatric dentists have completed an additional two-year advanced educational program providing them with special skills and knowledge beyond that of a general dentist.
Preventative dental care is the act of caring for teeth to keep them healthy. Routine preventative dental care
VIEW MORERestorative dentistry is the prevention and treatment of diseases of the teeth to restore or bring them back to their best health.
VIEW MORESedation dentistry is the use of medications to help patients relax during dental treatment.
VIEW MOREPrimary teeth are important and should be kept intact instead of being prematurely extracted.
VIEW MOREInterceptive orthodontics also known as early treatment orthodontics can begin as early as age 6 or 7.
VIEW MOREDuring an emergency, it’s necessary to seek treatment for your child as soon as possible.
VIEW MORESilver Diamine Fluoride (SDF) is an FDA-approved antibiotic liquid that, when applied to an area where cavities are forming, can stop bacteria from progressing.
VIEW MOREAt Joyful Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, we pride ourselves on using the latest technology to diagnose the dental health of your child.
VIEW MOREAt Joyful Smiles Pediatric Dentistry, we understand the challenges parents can face while taking their child with special healthcare needs to the dentist.
VIEW MOREJoyful Smiles Pediatric Dentistry is accepting new patients - infants, toddlers and adolescents all welcome! Dr. Yaa McDonald and team offer a complete suite of services including customized smile makeovers. Call us today to schedule an appointment.
Free Sonic Powered Toothbrush with a new patient exam, cleaning and fluoride.
*For first-time patients only, limit three per family, not to be used with any other offer
**While supplies last
Joyful Smiles Pediatric Dentistry (708) 794-9526
Consultation for Children
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Joyful Smiles Pediatric Dentistry (708) 794-9526