Smith Shelby J Dds Ms

read moreAt Dr. Shelby's office, we offer comprehensive dentistry and orthodontics for children of all ages and all walks of life. Kids love us and parents trust us because we spend the time getting to know you and your child. We take the time to explain the sometimes complex and overwhelming details of dentistry so that you can make informed decisions. Our goal is to educate, empower, and inspire your child to care about his or her teeth and be proud of their smile. We also love to spend time educating you-the parent or guardian-about best practices for your child's at-home care between dental visits, helping you feel inspired and empowered to keep your child's teeth healthy into adulthood.

read moreWe believe in dentistry for the whole family, and that includes your youngest family members. Our office begins seeing children at a young age to promote a healthy foundation for excellent dental health right from the start, and we also work with parents on techniques and education so that they have the tools to succeed when it comes to oral care for their kids. At your child's first visit, we will help familiarize them with our dental office so they feel comfortable. We will show them their teeth in the mirror, take them for a ride in the chair, and brush their teeth.

read moreAs your pediatric specialist, our goal is to help your child avoid cavities, and we do this by talking with them about their oral health and brushing and flossing habits during their routine visits. However, with that said, most children will need to have a dental filling placed to restore a tooth affected by decay at some point. We are happy to provide your child with tooth-colored fillings, which are the most durable and aesthetically-pleasing option available today. The harmful acids and bacteria that gather in your son or daughter's mouth after meals and snacks can eat away at tooth enamel, causing it to become compromised.

read moreDental lasers allow us to provide incredibly precise treatment with greater comfort, faster healing times, and less risk of bleeding than conventional surgical procedures. Lasers are particularly effective in the treatment of gum overgrowth or tags as they are able to target the excess tissue while preserving healthy, surrounding gum tissue. Intraoral cameras allow you to do precisely that. Using a small digital camera embedded in a wand, the dentist can move it around your mouth and transmit the images instantly to a chairside monitor.