Kids Dentistry in Lisle, IL
Good oral health begins far sooner than most parents expect, and the routines a child learns today will follow them for life. Drs. Brammeier and Ericson and our team at Brammeier Family Dental deliver gentle, comprehensive dental care for children of all ages. Whether it is a first visit, sealants, fluoride, or everyday cavity prevention, we turn each appointment into a positive experience that builds trust and confidence.
What we offer
From first visits, exams, and cleanings to fluoride treatments, sealants, cavity treatment, oral habit guidance, and space maintainers, we cover the full range of children's dental care.
Who it's for
Every age, from the very first tooth through the teen years. A first dental visit by age 1, or within 6 months of the first tooth, is what the AAPD recommends.
Our approach
Patient, gentle, and fun. We speak in age-appropriate language, earn a child's trust visit by visit, and work alongside parents to build healthy habits that last.
Healthy smiles begin early. Schedule your child's dental visit today.
Our Children's Dental Services
First Dental Visit
A first dental visit by age 1 is the AAPD recommendation. In a warm, welcoming setting built to earn trust from the very first appointment, we examine your child's teeth, gums, and development, talk through feeding and hygiene habits, and map out a prevention plan.
Dental Sealants
More than 50% of childhood cavities form in the deep grooves of the back teeth, and sealants seal those grooves with a quick, painless protective coating. Placed as soon as permanent molars erupt, they guard teeth for years and rank among the most effective cavity-prevention tools available.
Protecting Your Child's Development
Fluoride Treatments
Professional fluoride hardens enamel and can reverse the earliest signs of decay. Applied right after a cleaning for the strongest effect, fluoride treatments are quick, painless, and among the simplest ways to shield your child's teeth from cavities.
Oral Habits
Pacifier use and thumbsucking are normal for young children, yet habits that linger too long can affect jaw development and tooth alignment. At every visit we track your child's growth and advise on when and how to step in, helping families address habits before they leave lasting effects.
Prevention is the best medicine. Book your child's dental checkup and begin building healthy habits today.
What to Expect at Your Child's Visit
A Typical Visit
- Welcome: A warm greeting from our team, with everything explained in kid-friendly language
- Exam: Drs. Brammeier and Ericson review teeth, gums, bite, and overall oral development
- Cleaning: Plaque and tartar are removed with a gentle professional cleaning
- Fluoride: A quick fluoride application hardens enamel and fights cavities
- Parent discussion: We go over findings, answer your questions, and cover home care
Tips for Parents
- Book that first visit by age 1, or whenever the first tooth appears
- Stay positive about dental visits, since your child takes cues from you
- Come in for checkups every 6 months, because children who visit regularly get fewer cavities
- Supervise brushing until at least age 7, since young children lack the dexterity to brush thoroughly
- Ask about sealants the moment permanent molars appear
Frequently Asked Questions
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry sets that milestone at age 1, or within 6 months of the first tooth appearing, whichever comes first. It is earlier than many parents expect, but starting kids dentistry this young is about prevention: we can spot risk factors and shape good habits long before decay has a chance to take hold.
Coming in early lets us gauge your child's risk for cavities, offer feeding and hygiene guidance suited to their stage, and establish a dental home your child grows comfortable with over time. Those early, low-key visits also build familiarity, so checkups feel routine rather than frightening as they get older. Learn more about the first dental visit.
Cavity prevention is the heart of good kids dentistry, and it comes down to a handful of consistent habits:
- Brush twice a day with fluoride toothpaste, helping out until at least age 7
- Floss once teeth begin to touch
- Keep sugary snacks and drinks to a minimum, and never send your child to bed with a bottle of anything but water
- See us every 6 months for exams and fluoride treatments
- Add dental sealants to the permanent molars as they come in
No single step does it all, but together they are remarkably effective. The daily home routine removes the plaque that causes decay, while regular professional care catches anything the toothbrush misses and adds protection where cavities are most likely to start.
Absolutely, and it is one of the most important ideas in kids dentistry. Baby teeth handle chewing and help form clear speech, and each one holds open the exact space the permanent tooth beneath it will need. Lose one too early and the neighboring teeth can drift in, leaving the adult tooth to erupt crooked or crowded.
They also affect your child's overall health. Left untreated, cavities in baby teeth can spread, trigger real pain and infection, and even damage the permanent teeth developing underneath. Caring for baby teeth keeps your child comfortable now and protects the smile that follows. Learn more about early childhood caries.
Helping anxious kids feel at ease is central to what we do in children's dentistry. Our team relies on gentle, age-appropriate communication and a 'show-tell-do' approach, showing your child each tool, explaining what it does in friendly terms, then using it, so nothing catches them off guard. Letting a child move at their own pace turns an unfamiliar place into a comfortable one.
You can reinforce that at home. Stay upbeat about visits, steer clear of scary words like hurt or shot, and read children's books about going to the dentist so the idea feels familiar and fun. If your child struggles with significant anxiety, tell us before the appointment so we can adjust our approach and set aside extra time and attention just for them.
The American Association of Orthodontists recommends a first orthodontic evaluation by age 7. That does not mean braces go on at 7, most children who need them start later, but by that age enough permanent teeth have come in for us to spot developing bite and spacing issues while the jaw is still growing and easiest to guide.
As part of your child's routine kids dentistry visits, Drs. Brammeier and Ericson keep a close eye on the bite, jaw development, and how the permanent teeth are erupting. If early intervention would make later treatment simpler or shorter, we will let you know and suggest a referral to a trusted orthodontist at the right time.
Give our Lisle office a call so we can take a look. Baby teeth are natural space holders, and when one is lost well before the permanent tooth is ready, the neighboring teeth can drift into the gap and block the adult tooth from erupting properly. Whether that becomes a problem depends on which tooth was lost and how much time is left before its replacement arrives.
To keep the space open in the meantime, Drs. Brammeier and Ericson may recommend a space maintainer, a small, simple appliance that prevents shifting until the permanent tooth comes in. Catching this early is a routine part of kids dentistry and can spare your child more involved orthodontic treatment later on.
Every child deserves a healthy, happy smile. Book your family's dental appointments today.