The best care that we can provide our young patients is prevention. Since the best filling is no filling, our goal is to have a child reach adulthood with a cavity-free dentition. Parents are welcome to bring in their child as soon as their baby teeth erupt. We start early to familiarize a child to the dental environment and to educate parents about fluoride, a child’s development and hygiene needs. Find out more about our philosophy regarding cavity prevention in children. Here are some important considerations: Dental disease (decay and infected teeth) is now the #1 disease in children in Washington state. Carbohydrates, including simple sugars, are seemingly everywhere in the American diet. Even some potato chips have added sugars. Juice is very popular with kids, but is loaded with sugars. Even these natural sugars cause decay. Brushing alone is not enough. Flossing and fluoride are critical.