05/27/2026
The Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends your child have their first dental exam at age one or their first tooth whichever comes first. In Alvy's case it is his first tooth. He will turn 1 in July. Alvy did so good and sat in the chair for his exam. Most kids at this age will not sit in the chair so Dr. Nichols will do a knee to knee exam. You will hold your child on your lap facing you and Dr. Nichols will sit in front of you, you will lay your child down and their head will rest on Dr. Nichols lap where he will be able to do a complete exam.