Pediatric Dentistry
From gentle care to growing teeth, children have unique dental needs.
Regular pediatric dentistry visits starting at an early age can help set your child up for a lifetime of oral health and happy smiles.
At Green Pond Dental Associates, we provide pediatric dentistry care at our Rockaway and Jackson, NJ, offices.
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and other national health care organizations recommend you bring your child into a pediatric dentist for an appointment by their first birthday. This way, your dentist can track your child's tooth growth from its beginning stages into adulthood.
When Should I Bring My Child
TO THE DENTIST?
WHY PEDIATRIC DENTISTRY IS IMPORTANT
Establish Good Habits
Early introductions to the dentist's office lay the groundwork for a lifelong commitment to great oral health. During an appointment at our dentistry office, our friendly dentist can teach your child about good oral hygiene habits that will carry them into adulthood, such as the best brushing and flossing techniques. We'll also discuss habits like thumb-sucking and teething with you.
Prevent Tooth Decay
Even though they have tiny teeth that are still developing, children aren't immune to decay and infection. In addition to harming their baby teeth, decay can damage their permanent teeth as well. It is vitally important to bring your child into the dentist regularly from the start of their tooth growth, so that we can eliminate bacteria and plaque build-up with routine cleanings.
Meet Developmental Milestones
Dr. Bracha Lubart is committed to overseeing the healthy development of your child's teeth, from your child's earliest years into adulthood. We'll evaluate and address alignment, tooth decay, and other dentistry concerns as soon as your child's first teeth emerge. Seeing our dentist from the start ensures that your child's developmental milestones are tracked and met on time.
1
Birth to Six Months
Caring for your child's oral health begins before any tooth growth occurs. Pediatric dentists recommend parents start practicing good oral habits by cleaning your infant's gums after feeding. Gently massage the gum tissues with a moistened washcloth. As your child starts teething, you may notice their gums appear more red or swollen. This is normal and can be calmed by cold temperatures.
3
12-18 Months
If your child has yet to see a dentist for the first time, now is a great time to do so. Continue to gently brush your child's teeth with fluoridated water and regularly check for any small spots of discoloration on your child's teeth that may indicate tooth decay.
2
6-12 Months
Your child will likely develop their first tooth within this timespan. Make sure to bring your child into our office for their first dental appointment when this growth occurs. You can continue to massage the gums with a cool washcloth and start implementing good oral hygiene habits by brushing the emerging teeth with a soft-bristled child's toothbrush. Though it surprises many parents, pediatric dentists don't recommend toothpaste at this stage.
4
18 Months to 5 Years
Between two and three years of age, your child's baby teeth should have grown into their mouth. You can start to brush your child's teeth with a small amount of fluoridated toothpaste at the age of two. Make sure to teach your child to spit out the toothpaste and not swallow it. Our dentist can also help you find a solution to curb thumb-sucking or pacifier use if your child continues this habit past age three.
Pediatric dentists recommend you start flossing your child's teeth as soon as one tooth touches another.
EARLY DENTAL CARE MILESTONES
START YOUR CHILD'S ORAL HEALTH JOURNEY
REQUEST A CONSULTATION
If your child is nearing their first birthday, it's time to come into our Rockaway or Jackson, NJ, dental offices for an appointment. Our team has experience working with children and helping them feel comfortable throughout the process of their first visit.
Call our offices to request a consultation for your child's pediatric dental care visit:
"FANTASTIC FIRST VISIT."
ROCKAWAY AND JACKSON, NJ, PATIENTS THANK US
Autumn Tonnesen Kipp
Rockaway, NJ
2023
Prompt, friendly, knowledgeable. I’m very happy with Dr Lubart and her staff.
Joe F
Rockaway, NJ
2023
Fantastic first visit. Dr Lubart and staff are wonderful. I highly recommend Green Pond Dental.
HOW WE HELP YOUR CHILD'S TEETH GROW
AT GREEN POND DENTAL ASSOCIATES
SPECIALIST CARE
We bring the specialists to you. If you or your child are struggling with a dental concern that requires expert help, we can have a specialist provide care right in our office. We want the process of maintaining healthy teeth to be easy for you. By not having to transfer dental offices, you get the care you need from a location you and your child are already comfortable visiting.
WEEKEND HOURS
Between your work hours and your child's school schedule, scheduling time for the dentist during the week can be difficult. We offer weekend hours at our Rockaway, NJ, dental office to accommodate to your schedule as best as we can. Call us to set up a pediatric consultation that works with your schedule.
DECADES OF SERVICE
Our dental clinic has helped the Rockaway, NJ, community get the dental care they need since the 1990's. Throughout this time in practice, we've continued to grow our dentistry techniques to stay on the cutting-edge of dental advancements and offer our patients the finest care.
IS YOUR CHILD AFRAID OF THE DENTIST?
WE OFFER SEDATION DENTISTRY
The dentist can be a nerve-wrecking experience for children. Sharp tools, the claustrophobia of working within the limited space of the mouth, and the foreign environment can cause anxiety for many youngsters.
To help calm fears we offer nitrous oxide, which is safe for children, at our Rockaway, NJ, practice. Nitrous oxide helps relax the body and mind during your child's dental visit. The flow of nitrous oxide is delivered through a mask placed over the child's nose and mouth. Your child is awake throughout the process, but will feel more relaxed. Once the flow of nitrous oxide stops and the mask is removed, the effects of sedation wear off within 15 minutes.
COST OF PEDIATRIC DENTAL TREATMENT
When you visit our dentistry office for treatment, you'll find we offer various methods of payment to help you access the care you need.
Credited Consultation Fee
Our consultation fee is $205. However, if you decide to continue your dental journey with our practice, we'll credit this amount back to you as you receive services.
Accept All Insurance
We accept most insurance providers at our offices in Rockaway and Jackson, NJ. We are in-network with Delta Dental, Cigna, and Blue Cross Blue Shield.
Financing Accepted
We accept financing through CareCredit® and offer in-house payment plans to help you break up the cost of treatment into manageable monthly payments.
"DR. LUBART AND HER STAFF GAVE ME THE BEST DENTAL EXPERIENCE."
MORE REVIEWS FROM OUR ROCKAWAY AND JACKSON PATIENTS
Greg Z
Rockaway, NJ
2023
Dr Lubart and her staff gave me the best dental experience. At the jump the receptionist handled a weird insurance issue for me quickly and easily. Dr Lubart was wonderfully communicative, informative, calm, and patient. I was aware of all possible outcomes during my procedure and she took photos to show me with mini updates.
Janet Ciardi
Rockaway, NJ
2023
I'm terrified of dentist appts., but Dr. Lubart was gentle & always made sure I was OK. She's patient & caring & her entire staff is very nice. I highly recommend Green Pond Dental.
GREEN POND DENTAL ASSOCIATES
If you're ready to explore your personalized treatment options, fill out our contact form or call on of our fantastic offices:
Rockaway Office: (973) 983-9006
Jackson Office: (732) 363-2593
Dr. Bracha Lubart of Green Pond Dental Associates is committed to providing high-quality, comprehensive care to patients in a safe, reassuring, and comfortable environment. She is affiliated with prominent organizations such as the:
- American Dental Association
- Academy of General Dentistry
- New Jersey Dental Association
