Preventive Pediatric Dental Care

Preventive Dentistry
in East Bay

Experience the Aloha way of caring for your child's smile from the very beginning.

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What are the Benefits of Preventive Dentistry?

Early Prevention

Starting dental care early establishes good habits and prevents future problems. We focus on educating both children and parents for a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Establish a Dental Home

Establishing a dental home at a young age prevents dental anxiety in the long run. We create a warm, welcoming space that feels like a second home.

Long-Term Oral Health

Preventive care sets the foundation for excellent oral health throughout childhood and into adulthood. We work to instill good habits and catch any issues before they become serious problems.

Our Treatments

Cleanings & Exams

Regular cleanings and exams are the cornerstone of preventative dentistry. Our gentle, thorough approach removes plaque and tartar while teaching children proper brushing and flossing techniques. We make these visits fun and educational, helping kids understand the importance of oral health from an early age. Our team takes the time to build rapport, ensuring your child feels comfortable and looks forward to their dental visits.

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Digital X-Rays

We use state-of-the-art digital x-rays to get a comprehensive view of your child's oral health with minimal radiation exposure. These high-quality images allow us to detect issues early and plan treatments effectively. We explain the process to children in age-appropriate ways, making the experience less intimidating and more engaging.

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Behavior Techniques

Our team excels in behavior management, allowing us to treat almost all patients without sedation. We use positive reinforcement, tell-show-do techniques, and patience to help children feel at ease. By building trust and making dental visits enjoyable, we create positive associations with dental care that last a lifetime.

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Nutrition Guidance

Good oral health starts with proper nutrition. We provide personalized guidance on diet choices that promote healthy teeth and gums. Our team educates families on the impact of sugary foods and drinks, offering practical advice on making tooth-friendly food choices. This holistic approach helps prevent cavities and ensures overall health.

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Dental Sealants

Dental sealants are a quick, painless way to protect your child's teeth from decay. We apply a thin, protective coating to the chewing surfaces of back teeth, where cavities often start. This simple procedure can prevent cavities in cavity-prone teeth, giving your child's smile extra protection.

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Fluoride

Fluoride treatments are a safe, effective way to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities. We apply fluoride in accordance with the latest research and AAPD recommendations. Our team explains the benefits of fluoride to parents and children, ensuring everyone understands its role in maintaining strong, healthy teeth.

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Oral Cancer Screenings

While rare in children, we include oral cancer screenings as part of our comprehensive exams. Our gentle, thorough approach checks for any unusual changes in the mouth, tongue, and surrounding areas. This proactive screening gives parents peace of mind and allows for early detection of any potential issues.

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All Inclusive Dentistry

We are committed to providing compassionate, specialized care for children with special needs. Our experienced team takes the time to understand each child's unique requirements, adapting our approach to ensure a positive dental experience. We work closely with parents to develop individualized treatment plans, creating a safe, supportive environment for every child.

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Laser Dentistry

When we say your child’s comfort matters – we mean it. We’ve invested in Solea laser technology, the first FDA-approved CO2 laser for both hard and soft tissue procedures. This transformative system allows us to perform a wide range of treatments and often eliminates the need for anesthesia for cavity treatment and dental fillings. It also allows us to complete more treatments in a single visit, saving you time and reducing the number of appointments needed. Best of all, your child can return to normal activities immediately after treatment, with no lingering numbness.

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Airway Evaluation

Airway evaluations are a critical part of pediatric dental care, helping to identify any potential breathing or sleep issues early on. Our team takes a gentle, thorough approach, assessing your child’s airway health to ensure proper development and overall well-being. We look for signs of obstructive sleep apnea, mouth breathing, and other concerns that may affect your child's growth, behavior, and quality of sleep. By addressing these issues early, we help support your child’s long-term health and development, ensuring they can breathe and sleep comfortably as they grow.

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Cleanings & Exams

Regular cleanings and exams are the cornerstone of preventative dentistry. Our gentle, thorough approach removes plaque and tartar while teaching children proper brushing and flossing techniques. We make these visits fun and educational, helping kids understand the importance of oral health from an early age. Our team takes the time to build rapport, ensuring your child feels comfortable and looks forward to their dental visits.

Learn More
Book Now

Digital X-Rays

We use state-of-the-art digital x-rays to get a comprehensive view of your child's oral health with minimal radiation exposure. These high-quality images allow us to detect issues early and plan treatments effectively. We explain the process to children in age-appropriate ways, making the experience less intimidating and more engaging.

Learn More
Book Now

Behavior Techniques

Our team excels in behavior management, allowing us to treat almost all patients without sedation. We use positive reinforcement, tell-show-do techniques, and patience to help children feel at ease. By building trust and making dental visits enjoyable, we create positive associations with dental care that last a lifetime.

Learn More
Book Now

Nutrition Guidance

Good oral health starts with proper nutrition. We provide personalized guidance on diet choices that promote healthy teeth and gums. Our team educates families on the impact of sugary foods and drinks, offering practical advice on making tooth-friendly food choices. This holistic approach helps prevent cavities and ensures overall health.

Learn More
Book Now

Dental Sealants

Dental sealants are a quick, painless way to protect your child's teeth from decay. We apply a thin, protective coating to the chewing surfaces of back teeth, where cavities often start. This simple procedure can prevent cavities in cavity-prone teeth, giving your child's smile extra protection.

Learn More
Book Now

Fluoride

Fluoride treatments are a safe, effective way to strengthen tooth enamel and prevent cavities. We apply fluoride in accordance with the latest research and AAPD recommendations. Our team explains the benefits of fluoride to parents and children, ensuring everyone understands its role in maintaining strong, healthy teeth.

Learn More
Book Now

Oral Cancer Screenings

While rare in children, we include oral cancer screenings as part of our comprehensive exams. Our gentle, thorough approach checks for any unusual changes in the mouth, tongue, and surrounding areas. This proactive screening gives parents peace of mind and allows for early detection of any potential issues.

Learn More
Book Now

All Inclusive Dentistry

We are committed to providing compassionate, specialized care for children with special needs. Our experienced team takes the time to understand each child's unique requirements, adapting our approach to ensure a positive dental experience. We work closely with parents to develop individualized treatment plans, creating a safe, supportive environment for every child.

Learn More
Book Now

Laser Dentistry

When we say your child’s comfort matters – we mean it. We’ve invested in Solea laser technology, the first FDA-approved CO2 laser for both hard and soft tissue procedures. This transformative system allows us to perform a wide range of treatments and often eliminates the need for anesthesia for cavity treatment and dental fillings. It also allows us to complete more treatments in a single visit, saving you time and reducing the number of appointments needed. Best of all, your child can return to normal activities immediately after treatment, with no lingering numbness.

Learn More
Book Now

Airway Evaluation

Airway evaluations are a critical part of pediatric dental care, helping to identify any potential breathing or sleep issues early on. Our team takes a gentle, thorough approach, assessing your child’s airway health to ensure proper development and overall well-being. We look for signs of obstructive sleep apnea, mouth breathing, and other concerns that may affect your child's growth, behavior, and quality of sleep. By addressing these issues early, we help support your child’s long-term health and development, ensuring they can breathe and sleep comfortably as they grow.

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Aloha is Amazing!

My son is autistic and we have had a great experience at Aloha. They have “sensory hours” where they adjust the office to be less stimulating/quieter for kids and build in extra time for kids. I really appreciated that experience. I was so nervous about my son going to the dentist but he walked away very happy without any issues which was amazing.

Carla

Aloha Pediatric Dentistry is the absolute best! Everyone in the office goes above and beyond for you!! We have worked with Dr. Ruehe and she is absolutely amazing with our 4 yr old, always so calm and gentle with her and taking time to make sure she feels comfortable. She helped navigate us around some complicated dental work that needed to be done and reassured us every step of the way. We feel so lucky to be working with her and this amazing office!

Clara

Just back from another great visit to Aloha. My kids genuinely look forward to going to the dentist, even when there is a treatment planned and not just a cleaning. All the staff are wonderful at putting them at their ease and inspiring interest in keeping their teeth healthy.

Rachel

The very best! I came to Dr. Katsura’s practice when I was a kid, and I love taking my kids to Aloha now. The care is top notch. My 3yo had the time of his life today. And my 8yo sailed through X-rays, cleaning, and a treatment without complaining. We are so grateful for your care.

Arianna

My kids have been coming here for 15 years. Their professionalism with a pediatric focus is unsurpassed. Watching the team work together between patients is seamless, efficient and always ensures great hygiene practices. It is a calm, peaceful and cheerful environment. Everyone adjusts their approach based on the age of the patient. They take the time to make everyone (patient and family) feel safe, heard and cared for. My only wish is that they took adult patients. I highly recommend Aloha Pediatric Dentistry.

Kali