Family Dentistry In Montebello, CA

Family dentists offer convenient dental care for you and your entire family. AtDr. Jelani Winslow can treat patients of all ages. From infants to toddlers, older kids, pre-teens and teenagers, young adults, adults, and seniors, our team can handle it all.

That means you can always get the comprehensive and preventive dental care you need under one roof. By seeing Dr. Winslow for all of your family’s dental needs, you can avoid finding other dental specialists, driving across town, and juggling multiple appointments with a busy schedule. You’ll save time and money by coming to Whittier Palm Dental located in Montebello! 

We offer a wide range of preventive services such as six-month cleanings and oral exams, teeth cleanings, fluoride treatments, and dental sealants. We also offer restorative care, such as dental fillings.

Your child needs to come to our office for a teeth cleaning and oral exam with Dr. Winslow every six months. At this appointment, a dental hygienist will gently clean away plaque and tartar buildup from your child’s teeth, polish their teeth, and floss to clean between their teeth.

Then, Dr. Winslow will perform a comprehensive oral exam to check on your child’s oral health, and ensure their smile is healthy. In addition, X-rays may be taken if they’re recommended by Dr. Winslow, and you approve. After your appointment, Dr. Winslow will discuss your child’s oral health with you, and answer any questions you may have. Our office is located at 1900 W Whittier Blvd, Montebello, CA 90640.

Fluoride treatments consist of a thin layer of fluoride-rich gel or paste, which is painted onto your child’s teeth after a cleaning, then rinsed away after a few minutes. The fluoride in this gel helps attract minerals to their teeth, strengthening them and reducing the risk of tooth decay.

Sealants use a clear, transparent dental resin that is applied to a tooth in liquid form. Then, Dr. Winslow will harden the resin using a UV light. This creates a strong barrier that stops bacteria, acid, and food particles from contacting the enamel. By doing so, dental sealants protect the tooth from decay. They can last up to 10 years with proper application.

Dental fillings may be required if your child has a cavity, even in a baby tooth. Common signs of a cavity include a toothache, visible discoloration or pitting/holes in the surface of the tooth, and sensitivity to hot and cold foods. The tooth may also feel sensitive to the pressure of biting and chewing. 
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If your child is complaining about a sore tooth, it’s a good idea to see Dr. Winslow right away. After an oral exam, he can determine if they have a cavity, and decide if a filling is the right option for repairing their tooth.