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Children's DentistryIn evansville, IN

Healthy smiles start early. Our gentle pediatric dental care helps children feel comfortable at every visit while building healthy habits that last a lifetime.

Healthy Smiles Start Here

FAST RELIEF. EXPERT CARE.

At TriState Family Dental Centers, we believe every child deserves a positive dental experience. From a toddler’s first visit to routine checkups for teens, our team provides compassionate, age-appropriate care in a welcoming environment.

We focus on prevention, education, and helping children feel comfortable at the dentist. By building trust early, we help young patients develop healthy oral habits and confidence that can last a lifetime.

Gentle care designed for growing smile

Preventive treatment to support lifelong oral health

Positive experiences that build dental confidence

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What to Expect DuringYour Child's Visit

Gentle Dental Exam

We’ll carefully examine your child’s teeth, gums, bite, and oral development.

Professional Cleaning

Plaque and buildup are gently removed to help keep teeth clean and healthy.

Preventive Protection

Fluoride treatments, sealants, or digital X-rays may be recommended based on your child’s needs.

Parent Education

We’ll answer your questions and provide personalized guidance on brushing, flossing, nutrition, and healthy habits at home.

more than Just Routine Checkup

HELPING CHILDREN BUILD HEALTHY SMILES FOR LIFE

Every dental visit is about more than cleaning teeth. We monitor oral development, prevent future problems, and help children feel comfortable visiting the dentist from an early age.

Preventive Cleanings

Routine cleanings remove plaque and help keep growing smiles healthy.

Dental Development Monitoring

We evaluate how your child’s teeth and jaws are developing at every stage.

Cavity Prevention

Preventive care helps reduce the risk of cavities before they start.

Fluoride Protection

Professional fluoride treatments strengthen enamel and help protect developing teeth.

Dental Sealants

Sealants protect cavity-prone molars by creating a protective barrier over deep grooves.

Digital Diagnostics

Digital X-rays provide detailed information about areas beneath the surface when needed.

Personalized Prevention

Receive recommendations tailored to your oral health needs and risk factors.

Healthy Habit Education

We teach children and parents proper brushing, flossing, and oral hygiene techniques.

Comfortable Experiences

A calm, welcoming environment helps children feel relaxed and confident during every visit.

Lifelong Oral Health

Positive early dental experiences encourage healthy habits that continue into adulthood.

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Why Dental
Care Matters

HEALTHY HABITS BEGIN WITH EARLY PREVENTION.

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gentle dental

EXAMS

Professional

CLEANINGS

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Flouride

PROTECTION

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Dental

SEALANTS

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Healthy

HABITS

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Growing

SMILES

Routine dental visits allow us to monitor growth, prevent cavities, and help children develop healthy oral hygiene habits from an early age.

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gentle dental

EXAMS

Professional

CLEANINGS

A dentist in black scrubs treats an older man reclining in a dental chair, with an exam light and monitor in the background.

Flouride

PROTECTION

A person in a white coat looks at a computer monitor displaying dental X-rays, with a medical device beside the screen.

Dental

SEALANTS

A doctor in a white coat examines a blonde woman holding a blue hand mirror in a medical office.

Healthy

HABITS

A dental professional in protective gear works on a seated patient in a treatment chair, with a monitor and equipment behind them.

Growing

SMILES

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When Should Your Child Visit the Dentist?

We recommend scheduling a visit if your child:

  • Has their first tooth or is approaching their first birthday
  • Is due for a routine dental cleaning and exam
  • Complains of tooth pain or sensitivity
  • Has a chipped or broken tooth
  • Has white or brown spots on their teeth
  • Has difficulty brushing or flossing effectively
  • Needs preventive treatments like fluoride or sealants
  • Hasn't visited the dentist in the past six months
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Children's Dentistry Or
Family Dentistry?

Children's Dentistry

Focused on the unique needs of infants, children, and teenagers, with age-appropriate preventive care and education.

Family Dentistry

Provides comprehensive dental care for patients of all ages, making it convenient for the entire family to receive care in one location.

Frequently Asked questions

Have questions about our services, locations, or what to expect at your first appointment?
We have answers

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends scheduling your child’s first dental visit by their first birthday or within six months of their first tooth appearing.

Most children should visit the dentist every six months for routine exams and professional cleanings.

Yes. We use modern digital X-rays that minimize radiation exposure while helping us diagnose concerns that aren’t visible during an exam.

Sealants are thin protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of back teeth to help prevent cavities.

Yes. Professional fluoride treatments are safe, effective, and help strengthen developing teeth against decay.

Encourage daily brushing and flossing, limit sugary snacks and drinks, maintain regular dental visits, and consider fluoride treatments or sealants when recommended.

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dental Sealants

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Fluoride Treatments

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dental X-Rays

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east Location

960 S Hebron Ave Evansville, IN 47714

HOURS:

Monday: Closed
Tues – Wed: 8:00 – 4:30
Thur: 7:00 – 4:30
Fri: 8-4:30

812-473-1900

North Location

800 First Ave Evansville, IN 47710

HOURS:

Mon – Thurs 8:00-4:30
Friday – Closed

812-425-4206