Your baby’s first dental visit is more than just a milestone—it’s the beginning of a lifelong journey toward healthy smiles. At Lil’ Dente Pediatric Dentistry in Darien, we offer gentle, comprehensive infant dentistry to support your child’s oral health from the very start. We help families build healthy habits and provide expert care as baby teeth emerge.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that children visit the dentist by age one or within six months of their first tooth erupting. These early visits allow us to check for any developmental concerns, offer teething relief strategies, and guide parents on best practices for cleaning and feeding routines.
Establishing a dental home early helps your baby get used to the sights, sounds, and gentle care of a pediatric dental office. It also allows us to catch any issues—like tongue-tie, baby bottle decay, or gum irritation—before they affect your child’s overall health and well-being.
Did you know...
More than 20% of children have a cavity by age 4—and many as early as age 2. Starting dental visits early is the best way to prevent them and promote a lifelong healthy smile.
At Lil’ Dente, we specialize in treating children from infancy through adolescence with a personalized, developmental approach. Our dentists are board-certified in pediatric care and have the experience to identify subtle issues that may affect growth, speech, or eating. We treat each family with kindness and provide parents with the knowledge they need to protect their baby’s oral health at home.
We also take the time to build trust with parents, answering questions, reviewing routines, and ensuring that every visit feels relaxed, not rushed. Our baby-friendly exam rooms and gentle approach make us the top choice for infant dental care in Darien and surrounding communities.
We talk through teething, feeding habits, and any concerns you may have. Every baby is different, and so is our guidance.
With your help, we gently check your child’s mouth for signs of decay, tongue-tie, or other oral development concerns.
We give you personalized tips on cleaning your baby’s mouth, using pacifiers, and preparing for future milestones like their first toothbrush.
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Every six months unless we recommend more frequent visits based on their development.
Yes! We provide teething tips and product recommendations to ease discomfort naturally.
White or brown spots on teeth, unusual drooling, or trouble feeding may all signal dental concerns.
We gently examine their mouth, discuss feeding habits, and provide tips for cleaning and prevention.
By their first birthday or within six months of their first tooth erupting.