Preventive Treatments for Children
The Best Dental Care for Kids Is Preventive Care

What Are Pediatric Preventive Treatments?
Fluoride Treatments
Strengthens enamel and helps resist decay, especially in children prone to cavities.
Dental Sealants
Thin, protective coatings applied to the chewing surfaces of molars to block food and bacteria from settling into grooves.
Oral Hygiene Instruction
We show kids how to brush and floss properly — and coach parents on tools and routines that work at home.
Nutritional Counseling
Guidance on tooth-friendly snacks, drinks, and habits that support oral wellness.
Why Prevention Matters So Much for Kids
Weaker enamel compared to adults
Less consistent brushing and flossing
Diets higher in sugary snacks or drinks
Still-developing motor skills and oral hygiene habits

What to Expect During Your Child’s Visit
Why Families Trust Vivid Dental of Raleigh
Gentle, experienced care tailored for children
Focus on education, prevention, and long-term health
Medicaid accepted and most insurances welcomed
Bilingual staff for English and Spanish-speaking families
A friendly team that makes every child feel safe and supported

How Often Should Preventive Treatments Be Done?
Fluoride treatments
Every 6 months during routine exams (or more often for high-risk children)
Sealants
Applied to permanent molars shortly after eruption — usually around ages 6 and 12
Hygiene coaching and nutritional advice
At every checkup or as needed
You’re Not Too Late. You’re Right on Time.
If it’s been years since your last visit… if you’ve been living in pain… if you’ve been putting off care because you’re afraid of what we’ll find — we see you. And we’re here to walk with you through it all.
This is the place where you restart your oral health journey with a team that sees your worth, not your worries.