The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry and our practice recommend scheduling a first visit when your child's first tooth emerges, typically around age one. These early visits help establish a dental home and give us the opportunity to address your questions right from the start.

Yes, they are safe. Our office uses digital X-ray technology along with leaded aprons and thyroid collars, and we adhere to the ALARA principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable). Children often require X-rays more frequently than adults due to ongoing development in their teeth and jaws.

Contact our office. Dr. Prasatthong is available 24 hours a day for established patients. For life-threatening emergencies, call 911 immediately. If a permanent tooth has been knocked out, store it in milk or keep it moist with a damp napkin and call us right away, as successful reimplantation becomes unlikely after one hour. Baby teeth should not be reimplanted to avoid damage to the developing permanent tooth underneath.

Please arrive 30 minutes early to complete necessary paperwork. Your child will receive digital cavity-detecting X-rays, a growth and development X-ray, a professional cleaning, fluoride treatment, and oral hygiene instruction, followed by a comprehensive examination. You'll receive copies of the X-rays, and Dr. Dan will personally meet with you to discuss all findings.

We feature a two-story submarine themed as "Levitt's Sea Odyssey," two separate play areas designed for younger and older children, arcade-style video games, and TVs positioned over every dental chair. Parents can relax in our spacious waiting area, which includes a large-screen TV, coffee bar, and a semi-private quiet space.

Payment is expected at the time services are rendered. We file primary insurance claims on your behalf as a courtesy when accurate information is provided before your appointment. Estimated costs not covered by insurance are due at each visit. We do not file secondary insurance claims, and all cost estimates provided at appointments are approximate. We accept Visa, MasterCard, American Express, Discover, HSA/Flex cards, and CareCredit.

We recommend checkups and cleanings every six months. Depending on your child's individual risk factors for tooth decay, more frequent visits may be necessary.

Baby teeth serve important functions, helping children chew food properly, speak clearly, and smile with confidence. They also maintain the proper spacing for permanent teeth to erupt correctly. Decay in primary teeth can lead to pain, infection, and potential complications with the adult teeth forming below them.

We use composite fillings, which are tooth-colored. Composite material offers a natural appearance and can be applied to both front and back teeth.

We're the only pediatric dental practice in Pinellas County offering the Solea CO2 dental laser. This technology enables us to perform many procedures, including cavity removal and minor surgical treatments, typically without anesthesia, without vibration, and without injections. The laser is effective on both hard and soft tissue.