Pediatric Dentistry
Children require different treatment and services than adults when it comes to taking care of their teeth. This is because their smiles and needs constantly change and develop as they grow.
As a pediatric dentist in Media, PA, with several additional years of training beyond dental school, Dr. John Kwon is a specialist in the field. He understands the unique needs of children and how to make them feel welcome and safe in the dental chair. This results in excitement about visits to their children's dentist.
Personalized Care for Small Smiles
At Media Lima Dental, children can have their first appointment as soon as their first tooth erupts. Dr. John and his team focus on preventive teeth cleanings and checkups for kids that monitor their ever-changing smiles and oral development.
When your little one gets used to visiting the dentist every six months, it builds relationships and strengthens their comfort level in the dental chair. It also provides them with the tools and techniques needed to take excellent care of their teeth at home. All these things help them enjoy a lifetime of healthy and problem-free smiles.
Why Are Baby Teeth So Important?
Parents often wonder why caring for baby teeth is so important when they will eventually fall out. Great question!
Primary or baby teeth have several important jobs to do before the arrival of adult teeth:
- They help introduce your little one to solid foods
- They're integral in helping your baby learn to talk
- They hold space to guide adult teeth into their proper positions when they erupt
Since your child's last few adult teeth don't come in until they're 11 or 12 years old, it's essential to take care of their baby teeth.
Nutrition and Dental Health
Your little one's diet impacts oral health. Consuming sugary foods and beverages contributes to tooth decay and cavities. Starchy foods do the same, sticking to your child's teeth and 
converting into sugars that fuel the bacteria in their mouth. The bacteria release acids that destroy tooth enamel and cause damage to their teeth.
Choosing fruits and vegetables instead of crackers or chips for snacks actually helps reduce and neutralize the acids in your child's mouth, protecting them from tooth decay. Chewing fruits and veggies also stimulates saliva production, neutralizing acids and washing harmful particles out of their mouth.
Drinking water daily and avoiding sugary drinks like soda or fruit juices will also help protect your child's smile from tooth decay and cavities.
We Look forward to Meeting Your Child!
At Media Lima Dental, our patients are our family, and we treat them as such. We love establishing relationships with parents and children that help build healthy smiles now and in the future.
Dr. Kwon and the staff are very good with my toddler!
Dr. Kwon has been my toddler’s dentist since he was 18 months (he’s almost 3 now) and we absolutely love him and all of the staff. Appointments are efficient from the scheduling to the appointment itself. Dr. Kwon and the staff are very good with my toddler! Highly recommend this office!
-Linh P.
Frequently Asked Questions
At Media Lima Dental, our pediatric dentist, Dr. John, works hard to create a safe and welcoming environment for children. However, we understand that some kids need a little extra assistance getting through dental procedures, which is why we also offer dental sedation.
Laughing Gas
Laughing gas, also called nitrous oxide, is a great option to help anxious children feel more comfortable during dental procedures. When children inhale laughing gas, it works quickly to help them feel calm and at ease. Even better, the effects of laughing gas go away once we remove the mask delivering it, so your little one won't experience lingering side effects that interfere with their normal daily activities.
Hospital Dentistry
Hospital dentistry might be a good solution for children with severe anxiety, special medical needs, or a lot of complex treatment procedures to complete.
This is where we coordinate time at a nearby hospital so Dr. John can complete your child's dental procedures while they're under general anesthesia that's constantly monitored and adjusted for their specific needs.
Children feel like they're "sleeping" during hospital dentistry, and their dental treatment is completed when they wake up.
If you feel like your child might benefit from dental sedation in Media, call us at (610) 892-9280 for more information.
Our pediatric dentist, Dr. John Kwon, recommends that children have their first dental visit as soon as their first teeth erupt. Early visits with their children's dentist help your little one feel comfortable when they visit our office, allowing Dr. John to begin monitoring their dental health and development.
Tooth decay and cavities are common problems for children that can cause discomfort, cause them to lose learning time at school, and impact their self-confidence. Routine visits to the pediatric dentist every six months help us to detect any problems as early as possible, which makes them easier and more comfortable to treat.
Preventive visits are a great time for parents to ask questions about their baby's oral health and learn tips for dental care at home. Parents play an integral role in helping children develop good habits and routines for oral care at home, and children will need help and supervision brushing their teeth until around the age of eight. Dr. John and his team are happy to provide you with guidance and tips for products and techniques that help your child make the most of their brushing and flossing at home.
If it's time to schedule your baby's first visit or your child's next appointment, call your pediatric dentist in Media at (610) 892-9280.
Meet Our Doctor:
Dr. John Kwon DMD
Pediatric Dentist
Not every child enjoys visiting their doctor or dentist for his or her regular check-up. Having a beautiful “princess” of his own and an adventurous son with boundless energy, Dr. John understands the challenges parents face when it comes to starting and maintaining their child’s oral hygiene. It was only natural that Dr. John decided to combine his desire to create a positive dental experience for children with his passion for dentistry.
During his two-year post-doctoral fellowship in pediatric dentistry and advanced hospital training at The Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) ...