Powers Pediatric Dentistry

Powers Pediatric dentistry is a specialized dental clinic situated at 110 Fox Hollow Ct, Pinehurst, NC 28374. The practice is dedicated to providing comprehensive oral health care for infants, children, adolescents, and children with special healthcare needs. It is led by Dr. Christina Powers, a highly qualified and board-certified pediatric dentist. Dr. Powers is a native of Moore County and received her dental degree with honors from The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Dentistry, followed by a two-year pediatric dental residency at the University of Kentucky. She is a Diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry and a member of various professional organizations, including the American Dental Association and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry. The clinic's philosophy centers on creating a positive, fun, and educational dental experience for every child. They prioritize caring for a child's oral health through a combination of education, prevention, positive motivation, and high-quality treatment. The team is trained in various behavior management techniques, including "tell-show-do," positive reinforcement, and distraction methods, to ensure children feel comfortable and at ease during their visits. Services offered by Powers Pediatric Dentistry include preventive care such as regular checkups, cleanings, sealants, and fluoride treatments. They also provide restorative procedures like fillings and extractions. For children who experience anxiety, the clinic offers nitrous oxide for minimal sedation. For very young, highly anxious, or special needs children requiring extensive dental work, Dr. Powers has privileges at Moore Regional Hospital and the Surgery Center of Pinehurst to perform full-mouth dental treatment under general anesthesia in a single visit. The clinic emphasizes early dental visits, recommending that children begin seeing a dentist as soon as their first tooth erupts, typically around six months to one year of age. This early intervention helps establish positive relationships with dentistry and promotes lifelong oral hygiene habits.