Teeth Cleaning & Exams In Dacono, CO

Mini Miners gives Dacono kids gentle cleanings and exams from a board-certified pediatric dentist, about 9 miles away in Erie. Your child picks their toothpaste flavor, watches a movie during X-rays, and leaves with a prize. Every visit.

Why every 6 months matters

A cavity can form on a baby tooth in about 6 months.That single fact is why Dr. Grover recommends a cleaning and exam twice a year. It matches the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry's guidance to start by age 1 and return every six months (AAPD). Two visits a year catch decay while it is still a small white or brown spot, not a 2 a.m. toothache. Even careful brushers miss the plaque that hardens into tartar along the gumline, and only a professional cleaning removes it.

Signs it's time to book:

Visible plaque buildup or yellowing on teeth
Breath that stays bad after brushing
Red, puffy, or bleeding gums
It has been more than 6 months since the last visit

What Dr. Grover checks during your child's exam

Every visit is a head-to-toe look at your child's mouth, not just a polish. Here is what she looks for.

Cavities and early decay

A tooth-by-tooth check to catch cavities as small spots, before they hurt or need a bigger fix.

Growth and bite

Tracking incoming teeth, jaw growth, and how the bite lines up as your child grows.

Gum health

Looking for early gingivitis or inflammation so we can step in while it is easy to reverse.

Digital X-rays, as needed

Taken in the room with a handheld, camera-style sensor so your child keeps watching their movie.

Fluoride and sealants

Fluoride and sealant recommendations for an extra layer of cavity protection. Ours lets kids eat right after.

Habits

A gentle look at thumb-sucking, mouth breathing, or grinding that can shift how teeth come in.

Digital X-rays, in actual numbers

One digital bitewing X-ray exposes your child to about 0.005 mSv of radiation.

Most pages say "low radiation" and leave it there. Here is what that means in context. Your child absorbs far more from a normal day outside than from a single dental image, and we only take X-rays when the result will change what we do, usually to see between teeth or below the gumline.

0.005 mSv - One digital bitewing X-ray

0.04 mSv - A cross-country flight

3.2 mSv - Natural background, per year in the US

What a visit looks like, start to finish

A trip to the dentist is a big deal for little ones, so every step is built to feel easy.

Play first

Kids start in a waiting room with arcade games, a slide, books, and coloring.

Pick your flavors

Your child chooses their polish flavor, their fluoride flavor, and a movie from

more than 70 titles.

Gentle cleaning

Our hygienist uses kid-sized tools and sensors to lift plaque and tartar while the movie plays overhead.

Exam with Dr. Grover

A full check of teeth, gums, bite, and development, explained in words kids understand.

Fluoride, then a prize

A fluoride varnish that lets kids eat and drink right away, then a trip to the toy tower.

A comfortable visit for every child

When kids feel safe at the dentist, they keep that feeling for life. Mini Miners is built for it.

Private treatment rooms instead of a loud open bay
Ceiling TVs with 70+ movies during the whole cleaning
Kid-sized instruments and small X-ray sensors
Adjustable chairs for kids who dislike lying back
Baby beds for examining a little one's mouth
A "no scary words" policy so nothing sounds frightening
Parents welcome in the room, not the waiting area
Nitrous oxide plumbed into every room
All levels of sedation: mild, moderate, and deep
Experience with special-needs kids, including Dr. Grover's own

The prevention that keeps kids out of the chair

Sealants prevent up to 80 percent of cavities in back teeth for the first two years, and about 50 percent for up to four years.

That is the CDC's number, and it is why we recommend sealants on molars as soon as they come in. Paired with a fluoride varnish, a sealant is the least expensive dental work you will ever pay for compared with a filling on the same tooth. We talk through both at the cleaning so there are no surprises.

The prevention that keeps kids out of the chair

Sealants prevent up to 80 percent of cavities in back teeth for the first two years, and about 50 percent for up to four years.

That is the CDC's number, and it is why we recommend sealants on molars as soon as they come in. Paired with a fluoride varnish, a sealant is the least expensive dental work you will ever pay for compared with a filling on the same tooth. We talk through both at the cleaning so there are no surprises.

Insurance and payment

We accept all major private dental insurances.

Most private plans cover two preventive cleanings a year, often at little or no cost to you. Families without dental insurance can use the Mini Miners Membership Plan, which is built for kids who do not have coverage. Our billing is spelled out up front, so you know what a visit involves before you are in the chair. For current pricing on your child's cleaning, exam, or the membership plan, contact our team or check billing and insurance.

Your baby's first visit

Bring your baby by their first birthday, or six months after the first tooth appears, whichever comes first.

First visits for babies and toddlers are short and relaxed. Dr. Grover checks the teeth and gums, flags anything early, and shares practical tips on teething, brushing, and food. We also see newborns for tongue-tie evaluations and can release a tie with a soft-tissue laser the same day when it is needed. These early visits build trust long before any treatment is on the table.

Getting to us from Dacono

Our office is in Erie, about 9 miles from Dacono, roughly a 15 to 20 minute drive via Highway 52. We are in the Erie Commons shopping area at Briggs Street and Erie Parkway, between I-25 and Highway 287. Parking is easy and we are minutes from local schools. We see families from across the Carbon Valley and the north metro.

Dacono parents ask us

Do you take my insurance?

We accept all major private dental insurances, and most cover two preventive cleanings a year, often at little or no cost. No insurance? Use the Mini Miners Membership Plan. Contact us for current pricing.

Are dental X-rays safe for my child?

Yes. A single digital bitewing is about 0.005 mSv, next to roughly 3.2 mSv a year from natural background radiation. We only take them when they will change the care plan (ADA).

Is fluoride safe?

Yes. Professional fluoride varnish is endorsed by the AAPD and applied in a thin coat. Ours lets your child eat and drink right after.

When should my child first see a dentist?

By their first birthday, or six months after the first tooth appears, whichever comes first. We also see newborns for tongue-tie evaluations.

How often should kids get their teeth cleaned?

Every six months, because a cavity can form on a baby tooth in about that time. Two visits a year catch decay while it is still a small spot.

What if my child is scared or won't sit still?

We explain every step in kid-friendly words and never rush. If your child needs more support, we offer help for dental anxiety, nitrous oxide in every room, and all levels of sedation.