At what age should my child first see a dentist?

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a child's first dental visit by age one or within six months of their first tooth erupting. Early visits help your child become comfortable with the dental environment and allow us to catch any potential issues before they develop.

What happens if my child skips early dental visits?

Delaying a child's first dental visit can allow cavities and other oral health issues to progress unnoticed. Early childhood cavities can lead to pain, difficulty eating, and problems with speech development. Starting preventive care early helps build a foundation for a lifetime of healthy smiles.

Does Gleem Dental accept dental insurance for children?

Yes, Gleem Dental accepts most major dental insurance plans, including Aetna, Cigna, Delta Dental, Guardian, Humana, MetLife Dental, and UnitedHealthcare. We also offer flexible financing options. Contact our team to verify your specific plan.

How do you help kids who are nervous about the dentist?

Our team takes a gentle, patient approach with every child. We explain each step in simple terms, move at your child's pace, and create a calm, spa-like environment that feels more like a wellness retreat than a dental office. Parents are welcome to stay with their child throughout the visit.

General & Preventive • New Orleans

A Kid-Friendly Dentist in New Orleans

Little smiles deserve big care. At Gleem Dental in Lakeview, we make dental visits gentle, playful, and completely stress-free for children — building the positive habits and confidence that lead to a lifetime of healthy teeth. New patients are always welcome, and we accept most major insurance plans.

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Gentle With Little Ones

First Visit By Age One

Tell-Show-Do Approach

Most Insurance Accepted

◦ Where Healthy Smiles Begin

Gentle care,
happy kids.

The way a child feels about the dentist early on tends to stick for life. We make those first experiences warm and positive — so your little one grows up viewing dental care as nothing to fear.

The First Visit

Start Early, Start Gently

We recommend a first checkup by age one or when the first tooth appears. These early visits are short, friendly, and focused on comfort — a chance for your child to meet us, ride in the chair, and learn there's nothing to be afraid of.

Early Visits Help Us:

Spot decay and development concerns while they're small
Build familiarity so future visits feel routine, not scary
Guide parents on teething, brushing, and diet from day one

Building Habits

Confidence That Lasts a Lifetime

Beyond clean teeth, our goal is a child who feels calm and capable at the dentist. We teach simple, fun brushing and flossing routines and partner with you on the daily habits that keep cavities away between visits.

We Focus On:

Cavity prevention with sealants and fluoride
Age-appropriate brushing and flossing coaching
Practical diet tips to protect growing fluoride-strengthened teeth

◦ What Makes Us Kid-Friendly

Little details that make a big difference.

A visit feels friendly to a child when everything is calm, explained, and celebrated. Here's how we turn the dentist into a place kids actually like.

A Calm, Unhurried Pace

We let children explore, ask questions, and set the tempo. Nothing is forced, and every step is explained in words they understand.

Tell-Show-Do

Before anything happens, we tell your child what we'll do, show them the tools, and only then gently begin — so there are no surprises.

Plenty of Praise

Positive reinforcement turns a checkup into a small win. Kids leave proud of themselves and excited to come back.

Prevention-First Care

Fluoride, sealants, and simple brushing coaching keep little teeth cavity-free so treatment rarely becomes necessary.

◦ The Gleem Difference

Why families choose Gleem for their kids.

Great pediatric care is about more than teeth. Here's what sets a visit with us apart.

Zero-Pressure Visits.

We move at your child's pace, never rushing or forcing. Early positive experiences build a lifetime of stress-free dental visits.

01 / COMFORT

Cavities Caught Early.

Gentle exams paired with fluoride and sealants stop decay before it starts, so your child's visits stay simple and quick.

02 / PREVENTION

Parents Are Included.

We coach you on home care, diet, and habits between visits, so protecting your child's smile is a team effort you feel confident about.

03 / PARTNERSHIP

◦ Meet the doctor

An artist's eye.
A clinician's precision.

Dr. Caylin Greene earned her DDS from Howard University College of Dentistry in 2016 and brings more than 10 years of experience to her patients. In 2025 she founded Gleem to bring elevated, comprehensive cosmetic care to Lakeview — with advanced training in Invisalign and a quiet obsession with proportion, light, and facial harmony.

Education

Howard University, DDS

Experience

10+ years

Specialties

Invisalign · Cosmetic

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Founder

Dr. Caylin Greene,
DDS

◦ Your Child's Visit

What to expect at your child's visit.

Every appointment is friendly, unhurried, and built around your child's comfort. Here's how it unfolds.

Warm Welcome

We greet your child by name, give them a tour of the chair and tools, and let them settle in so the visit feels friendly, not clinical.

Gentle Exam

Dr. Greene counts teeth, checks the bite and gums, and looks for early signs of decay — all while narrating each step in kid-friendly language.

Clean & Protect

We gently clean the teeth, then apply fluoride and recommend sealants where helpful to guard against cavities on tricky-to-brush molars.

Habits & High-Fives

We share simple brushing and diet tips with you and your child, celebrate a great visit, and schedule the next checkup.

◦ Frequently asked

Questions,
answered.

When should my child first see a dentist?

The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends a first visit by age one, or within six months of the first tooth appearing. Early visits let us catch issues before they start and help your child feel comfortable with dental care from the very beginning.

What if my child is nervous or has had a bad experience?

That's exactly who we love to help. We use a gentle tell-show-do approach, move at your child's pace, and never force anything. Many anxious kids leave their first Gleem visit genuinely excited to return.

How can I prevent cavities in my child's teeth?

Consistent brushing and flossing, limiting sugary snacks and drinks, and regular checkups are the foundation. In the office we can add extra protection with sealants and fluoride treatments tailored to your child's risk.

Do baby teeth really matter if they'll fall out?

Absolutely. Baby teeth hold space for adult teeth, guide proper jaw development, and are essential for chewing and speech. Cavities in baby teeth can cause pain and infection and affect the permanent teeth forming beneath them.

Do you accept insurance for children's visits?

Yes. Preventive visits for children — including cleanings, exams, and fluoride — are covered by most dental plans, often at little or no cost. We'll verify your benefits ahead of time and offer flexible options for families without insurance. See our Insurance & Financing page for details.

◦ Begin

Dentistry that's
designed around you.

Whether it's a routine cleaning or a complete Invisalign journey, your first visit is the easy part. We'll handle the rest.

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