February is National Children’s Dental Health Month

Because developing good habits at an early age and scheduling regular dental visits helps children get a good start on a lifetime of healthy teeth and gums, the American Dental Association sponsors National Children’s Dental Health Month each February.

Now in its 63rd year, this month-long national health observance brings together thousands of dedicated dental professionals, health care providers and others to promote the benefits of good oral health to children and adults, caregivers, teachers and many others.

Parents and teachers can help kids celebrate and learn more about the importance of a healthy smile. The ADA offers free downloadable information, kid-friendly oral health worksheets and games on MouthHealthy.org, the ADA’s consumer website. Click on the For Kids tab on the left side of the page for a variety of age-appropriate activities, games and videos and presentations. There are also teaching guides that adults can use at home, in the classroom or in other community-based settings.

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SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Children's Dentistry

Your Child's Dentist is Important for Good Health

We stress the importance of children learning how to care for their teeth at an early age. We do so in an environment that is comfortable and fun for them and make sure they understand that caring for their teeth is important for good health.

Children are more prone to cavities for various reasons. Once decay has set in to a tooth, it is permanent damage that requires a filling. Until a child is able to make proper brushing and flossing a daily habit, we ask parents to supervise them with their dental routine.

Children eat throughout the day, and every time food and drink are consumed, acid is produced in the mouth. Teeth that are not clean cause continued acid production and bacteria build-up, and this will lead to decay. We recommend continued daily dental hygiene, more nutritious food choices, and one application of a mineralizing varnish to the surfaces of teeth to reduce the chances of decay.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Children's Dentistry

Advanced Care for Your Child's Dental Health

Dr. Gentry's young patients enjoy coming to their dental check-ups and treatments, as she puts them at ease to make them feel comfortable. She use the latest treatments in children's dentistry and delivers them with compassion and thoughtful care.

Our team enjoys teaching children how to care for their teeth and lets them know that proper care will let them keep their permanent teeth for a lifetime. We enjoy their first visit at age three, and every year thereafter as they grow and change.

We want all children to feel comfortable with dental care. Whether they are scared or active, we help them feel relaxed in our care. Our parents have been very pleased that we can change their kids' minds about coming to the dentist. If you have a child that has anxiety, we can help.

SeaSide Dentistry 
Donna M. Gentry, DDS 
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P 
Cedar Point, NC 28584 
(252) 764-2784 
SeaSideDentistryNC.com

Dentist Cedar Point NC

Donna M. Gentry, DDS, was born to a military family in Corpus Christi, TX. She received her bachelor's and master's degrees at Austin Peay State University in Clarksville, TN, and her dental degree at Meharry Medical College in Nashville. After graduation, she completed an Advanced Education in General Dentistry residency with the Navy Post Graduate Program.

Immediately following graduation, Dr. Gentry fulfilled her military scholarship obligation with the United States Navy. During her four years stationed at Camp Lejeune, NC, as a naval dental officer and then three more as a civil service dentist for the Marines, she developed a deep compassion for treating patients with severe dental phobia and anxiety. After leaving Camp Lejeune, she worked in private practice in Wilmington before opening SeaSide Dentistry in the region that's been home to her large extended family since the 1960s.

Dr. Gentry is an active participant in the community, working with Gateway Alliance, the 5k Glow Run for Cape Carteret, and the Light Festival. She is also a member of the American Dental Association. She has been blessed with two daughters, Ashley-Marie and Savannah, and a wonderful husband, Steve. She cares deeply about her family and feels it is very important to put them first in her life.

SeaSide Dentistry
Donna M. Gentry, DDS
1165 Cedar Point Blvd, Suite P
Cedar Point, NC 28584
(252) 764-2784
SeaSideDentistryNC.com