- 1060 Maiden Choice Ln Arbutus, Maryland 21229
- Tues, Wed, Thurs: 8:30 - 5:00 pm | Fri: 8:30 - 2:30 pm
- (410) 204-4444
Infant oral care focuses on dental health for babies and toddlers from birth through age three. At Candy Care Pediatric Dental in Arbutus, we specialize in early dental visits that set the foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends babies visit the dentist by their first birthday or when their first tooth appears—whichever comes first.
Early dental visits aren’t just about checking teeth. They’re educational opportunities where Dr. Gupta teaches parents proper cleaning techniques, discusses teething, addresses nutrition concerns, and catches potential problems before they become serious. Our Sweet Escape environment makes these first visits stress-free for both babies and parents.
Candy Care Pediatric Dental provides gentle first dental visits that establish healthy habits from your baby’s very first tooth. Dr. Garima Gupta creates magical experiences that help infants feel comfortable while educating parents about proper oral care for their little ones.
Prevents Early Childhood Cavities: Baby teeth are vulnerable to decay. Early visits help parents learn prevention techniques that protect developing teeth from cavities.
Establishes Positive Dental Experiences: Starting dental visits early normalizes the experience. Babies who visit the dentist regularly grow into confident, fearless children who don’t fear dental care.
Catches Problems Early: Dr. Gupta can identify issues like tongue ties, developmental concerns, or early signs of decay before they cause pain or require extensive treatment.
Educates Parents: First-time parents have questions about teething, pacifiers, bottle use, and cleaning. We provide evidence-based guidance tailored to your family’s needs.
Monitors Growth and Development: Regular visits allow Dr. Gupta to track your baby’s oral development and ensure teeth are erupting properly.
We recommend scheduling your baby’s first visit by age one or within six months of the first tooth appearing. Early visits prevent problems and establish good habits.
For infants, use a soft, damp cloth or infant toothbrush with water. Once multiple teeth touch, add a rice-grain-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste. Dr. Gupta will demonstrate proper techniques.
Yes! Baby teeth hold space for permanent teeth, help with speech development, and allow proper chewing. Losing baby teeth too early can cause crowding and orthodontic problems later.
That’s completely normal. Dr. Gupta is experienced with fussy babies. We work quickly and gently, and crying doesn’t prevent us from providing excellent care.
Most babies benefit from fluoride toothpaste and possibly fluoride supplements if your water isn’t fluoridated. Dr. Gupta will assess your baby’s specific fluoride needs.
Schedule your child’s fearless visit to our Arbutus practice today. Dr. Gupta and our warm team are ready to make dental care something your family looks forward to.
