Pediatric Dental Specialist

Pediatric Dentist Stephen P Girdlestone DDS, Canton, Ohio

Stephen P. Girdlestone, DDS
3801 Whipple Avenue NW, Suite 4
Canton, Ohio 44718

330-491-7777

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Caring For Pediatric Dental Space Maintainers (Spacer)

Caring For Pediatric Dental Space Maintainers

Your child's space maintainer (spacer) is designed to help hold space after a tooth has been extracted. It has been custom made to fit your child's teeth. It will not move the teeth (like braces) nor will it necessarily prevent the need for braces in the future. However, it is effective in preventing shifting of the teeth. Please follow these instructions:

Caution Please: Your child received a local injection of "Novocain" for dental treatment. This makes the lips and cheeks numb on the side it was used. Children who do not always understand the effects of local anesthetic sometimes may suck or chew on the numb lip or cheek, thereby causing laceration of the tissue. Although this is not a serious thing, it is uncomfortable and we ask that you please watch the child very closely for approximately two hours following the appointment. 

1. Do not let your child disturb the appliance. It will feel unusual with the spacer for a few days. It usually only takes a few days for children to get used to the appliance.
    
2. Your child should not have anything sticky or gooey to eat. This includes all types of chewing gum and bubble gum, taffy, caramel, tootsie rolls, fruit roll-ups, etc. Sticky foods can dislodge the appliance. Your child should be able to eat most other foods.
    
3. The spacer is firmly cemented in place. If it comes loose or comes out, save the spacer and call Dr. Girdlestone's office.

4. It is important to brush your child's teeth regularly. Brush around the spacer as well. This will prevent a buildup of plaque around the appliance. Be careful when flossing.  
5. It is important to observe the appliance as your child grows. Dr. Girdlestone will evaluate the spacer at each check-up appointment.

To schedule an appointment with our pediatric dentist, Dr. Steve Girdlestone, please phone 330-491-7777.

Dr. Stephen P. Girdlestone – Board Certified Pediatric Dentist

Pediatric Dental SpecialistWelcome to Pediatric Dental Specialist located in Canton, Ohio. With over 14 years of pediatric dental experience, Dr. Stephen P. Girdlestone and his child-friendly team work together to provide infants, children and teens with the highest level of pediatric dental care available. Dr. Girdlestone, a board certified pediatric dentist provides the most advanced dental treatments available to ensure that children achieve and maintain healthy smiles that will last a lifetime.

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Our library of Pediatric Dental Topics is provided by Pediatric Dental Specialist, Dr. Stephen P Girdlestone, a board certified pediatric dentist. Dental topics in our library include information on dental care for infants and children, dental sedation and pediatric dental … Pediatric Dental Topics

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Our Team would like to welcome you to your child's "Dental Home". Dr. Girdlestone is a participant in the Care Credit program and Yes, You Can Program in Canton, Ohio to provide care for children in need of financial assistance. The Yes, You Can Program is a program that looks at all healthcare plans and can waive … Financial Assistance

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8:00-5:00

Friday 
8:00-11:00

Phone 330-491-7777

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Pediatric Dental Specialist

Stephen P Girdlestone DDS     
3801 Whipple Avenue NW, Suite 4
Canton Ohio 44718

Phone 330-491-7777
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info@pediatricdentalspecialist.com

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