At Beverly pediatric dentistry, we take a preventive approach to dental care for children.

Preventive dental care for children is a collaborative effort between the pediatric dentist, the child,
and his or her parents. Along with cleanings and other preventive treatments, proper home care and a
balanced diet are also important for promoting and maintaining oral health.
Preventive dental care begins with your child’s first visit to one of our offices in Mclean VA or
Washington DC, our goal is to build a foundation for our young patients to believe he/she deserves a
beautiful smile. We are not in the business of simply fixing teeth but aiming to make every visit to our
office a unique and memorable experience. We want you and your child to believe that what he or she
feels matters to us!
We believe that we have to listen eagerly to every question and concern that your child has because our
main goal is building confidence in your child about the importance of dental care so they can trust their
dentists as an adult for major treatments.

What procedures falls under preventive dental care for children?
As soon as your child gets their first tooth, preventive dental care can begin. 2 Preventive dentistry for
children can help identify problems early on in your child’s life before dental problems become worse
and often more costly. Services typically include the following:
Promote good dental habits, including brushing and flossing, guidance on thumb sucking, as well as
advice on eating habits that help improve dental health.
Regular teeth cleanings and oral exams, usually every 6 months
Fluoride application (usually up to a certain age)
Sealants
Routine X-rays to help track jaw and teeth development
Fitting athletic mouth guards
Referrals to orthodontists if teeth are crooked
Referrals to other dental specialists as needed
Helping identify related health issues that may impact a child’s dental health

Beverly Local pediatric dentistry has two convenient locations. Mclean office: 1363 Beverly Road, suite
250, Mclean VA 22101 T: 703-752-2200 Washington DC office: 1426 21st Street, 2nd floor Washington
DC 20036 T: 202-331-3474
Call us for a consultation visit. We are looking forward to meeting you and your family.