Children's Dentistry of the Lakes Region

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Children's Dentistry is proud to be one of the few dental practices in the Lakes Region, White Mountains, North Country, and North Conway areas focused on providing dentistry for infants, children, and teens. Our mission is to create a trusting and compassionate relationship with you and your child, ultimately fostering optimal oral health lasting a lifetime!

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LR Implants & Oral Surgery Center

Childrens Dentistry Of The Lakes Region

Melissa Kennell

Lakes Region Dental Implant And Oral Surgery Center

Lakes Region Dental Implants

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http://www.childrensdentistnh.com

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Pediatric Dentistry, Dental Clinics, Dental Hygienists, Dentists, Endodontists, Orthodontists, Physicians & Surgeons, Oral Surgery, Prosthodontists & Denture Centers

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Insurance: Delta Dental Premier

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Phone: (603) 527-2500

Address: 369 Hounsell Ave Ste 1, Gilford, NH 03249

Website: http://www.childrensdentistnh.com

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Children's Dentistry of the Lakes Region

Dental Examination
Visiting our office every six months gives you the chance to talk to the doctor about any questions you may have about your child’s oral health. Regular exams are offered by appointment only, so please contact our practice today to schedule your child’s next dental exam and teeth cleaning.
X-rays
Radiographs (or X-Rays) are an essential part of our diagnostic protocol. Without them, dental conditions may go undetected. Dental X-Rays detect much more than dental cavities, and they allow the dentist to evaluate growth and development, bone health, pathology, and trauma. At Children’s Dentistry, we use the latest dental X-ray technology with very minimal exposure.

Teeth Cleaning
Your child’s exam will take about 45 minutes. Each regular exam includes a detailed teeth cleaning, in which we will clean, polish, and rinse the teeth to remove any tartar and plaque that have built up on the tooth’s surface.
Fluoride Treatment
Teeth are composed of many tiny pieces called molecules that attach to each other. These tiny pieces are constantly breaking apart throughout the day and reforming depending on our diet. Fluoride can be thought of as a “glue” for these pieces by keeping the molecules more tightly bound together and less prone to breaking apart. Topical fluoride treatment is effective in protecting children’s teeth and reducing cavities.
Dental Sealants
Think of a tooth’s top (chewing) surface as mountains with many grooves. When your child eats, food gets caught in those grooves. Although daily brushing is essential, applying a dental sealant will enhance the ability to keep those hard-to-reach areas clean. A dental sealant flows into the grooves, “sealing” the tooth and reducing the probability of cavities.
Space Maintainers
The baby teeth serve as space holders for the permanent teeth. With the loss of a baby tooth, neighboring teeth start migrating into that vacant space, potentially causing problems as your child grows. This loss may lead to the need for extensive orthodontic treatment at a later age. A space maintainer is placed in that area to hold the space open so that the adult tooth can erupt in a more appropriate position.

Fillings
Resin Composite
Tooth bonding is a cosmetic dental procedure that involves applying a custom-tinted composite resin to your teeth. It can repair a range of common complaints, such as gaps between teeth, cracked teeth, discolored teeth, or irregularly shaped teeth. Dental bonding is fast, painless, and provides natural results. Cosmetic dental bonding can be done entirely in the office and often completed on the same day.
Crowns
If your child’s cavity is too large to restore with a tooth-colored filling, a crown may be recommended. Crowns help protect the baby teeth, providing structure for the tooth. Crowning a tooth also maintains the space, allowing the eventual permanent tooth to erupt properly. If you are concerned about a silver crown, talk to our team of Doctors
Dental Bonding

Root Canal Treatment
Baby root canals are often needed when the cavity approaches the tooth’s nerve. This procedure stops the progress of the cavity and minimizes the chances of an infection or abscess. The procedure is completed by cleaning out the center of the tooth where the nerve lives and placing soothing medicine. The tooth is then protected by placing a crown.

Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery

Tooth Extractions

Orthodontics
Some children might need interceptive orthodontics in this age group. Ask your pediatric dentist for a referral to an orthodontist.
Invisalign Orthodontics
Dr. Kennell regularly attends continuing education courses nationwide to stay abreast of the current techniques in the fields of pediatric dentistry and Invisalign. In addition to her membership with the American Dental Association, Dr. Kennell was the 2021-2022 State President of the New Hampshire Dental Society. Dr. Kennell was also inducted into the International College of Dentists in 2023 for her outstanding leadership during her service to the New Hampshire Dental Society. Dr. Kennell’s work with NHDS created vast improvements on the state and national level, such as increasing access to care for patients through the creation of the Qualified Dental Assistant Program (QDAP). The creation of this program demonstrates Dr. Kennell’s strong leadership and dedication to her community.
Braces
Frenectomies can be an important part of orthodontic treatment when a long or short frenum is causing tooth or jaw displacement. In the case of a short lingual frenum, patients may push out the lower jaw to make eating or speaking easier – causing pain in the jaw or an underbite. In this case, a lingual frenectomy may be recommended to help ensure the success of orthodontic treatment. When treating a patient with a gap between their front teeth, the orthodontist may recommend a maxillary frenectomy after braces to prevent the teeth from spreading apart after treatment.

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