Dr. Scott loves working with children and has a passion to help families get the dental treatment they need. She earned her BA in Zoology from the Miami University in Oxford, OH, then decided to follow in her fathers footsteps and go to dental school. She received her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in 2001. Her specialty training includes her certificate in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry Pediatric Residency Program in Omaha, NE.

Dr. Cushing is a board certified pediatric dentist, obtaining a diplomate of the American Board of Pediatric Dentistry. He is also a member of the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, American Dental Association, Nebraska Dental Association and the Omaha District Dental Society.

Miss Katie was born and raised in Nashua, New Hampshire. She served active duty in the Marine Corps for four years, where she met her husband Brian. Miss Katie and her husband have a daughter, Lydia, and two sons, Talin and Davis.

Miss Katie began working as a dental assistant with Dr. Becky in March of 2011. One of the best parts of her job is working with all the kids, teaching them the correct way to brush and how to take care of their teeth. Outside of work Miss Katie enjoys hanging out with her husband and kids, and Skyping with her family in New Hampshire.

Sandra has been working 20+ years dental field as a dental assistant, treatment coordinator and office manager. Her welcoming smile will greet you as you come into Lincoln Childrens Dentistry. Sandra loves working with kids and has twin girls and a baby boy too!She enjoys spending time outdoors with her family and going on trips. Sandra is bi-lingual with English and Spanish and originally from Columbia where she developed a love of Columbian coffee!

Miss Mikaela hails from North Platte, NE where she was born and raised. She met her husband at the University of Nebraska and has been loving living in Lincoln ever since. Mikaela and her husband, Dave, have one super cute little girl. Mikaela received her hygiene training at the University of Nebraska College of Dentistry and graduated in 2012. She loves hanging out with her family, traveling, and reading great novels (she also is a brilliant singer and has had actual shows with her dad she wont brag about herself so we will do it for her!). We love having Mikaela on our team!

Bailey grew up in Lincoln, Nebraska, and graduated with a Bachelors of Science Degree in Dental Hygiene from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry in 2015. Bailey met her husband, Daniel, while they were both working at Lincoln Childrens Dentistry. They were married in 2017 and recently welcomed their first baby into the world in 2020.

Mr. Cade is a native of Omaha, NE currently attending UNL. Cade is in the pre-dental program at the University. Cade is dental x-ray certified and currently learning dental assisting on the job. Cade is hardworking and kind. He has been a wonderful addition to our LCD team.

MaizieJoined our team in April 2021 when she was just 8 weeks old! She will soon be starting her training as a ESA (Emotional Support Animal). We are so excited about all the different ways that she will be able to assist us in the office to help your kiddos feel comfortable and safe. Be on the lookout for our puppy office hours.Maiziecant wait to meet your little ones!

In order to become a pediatric dentist, the dentist has an extra two to three years of specialized training after dental school. This training is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy and up to age 18. As children grow, their dental needs require specific and different approaches, both in their dental treatment and in their treatment approach and behavior. A pediatric dentist is best suited for taking care of your childs dental health, at any age!

When looking for a toothpaste for your child, we recommend picking one that is recommended by the American Dental Association. The toothpaste will have the ADA logo and recommendation on both the box and the tube. In order for toothpastes to be recommended by the ADA the toothpastes go through testing to ensure they are safe. In addition to the ADA recommendation, its also important to choose a fluoride containing toothpaste. From the appearance of the first tooth until age 2 1/2 years old, use around a half of a pea size amount of toothpaste every 8-12 hours. From age 2 1/2 years old until 6 years old, use a pea size amount every 8 to 12 hours. Be sure to floss every 8 to 12 hours as well.

Thumb sucking is a natural reflex for infants and young children, however thumb sucking that continues beyond the eruption of the permanent teeth can cause problems for your childs dental health. The types of issues depend on how intensely a child sucks their thumb, however, children should cease thumb sucking by the time their permanent front teeth are ready to erupt. Most commonly, children stop between the ages of two and four. Contrary to popular belief, pacifiers are no substitute for thumb sucking. Pacifiers can affect the teeth essentially the same way as sucking fingers and thumbs, although the use of the pacifier can be controlled and modified more easily than the thumb or finger habit.

Finally, if none of these methods work, you can help make your child more aware of their habit by bandaging the thumb or putting a sock on the hand at night. If needed, we may recommend the use of some sort of mouth appliance.

Stage I Early Treatment: Early treatment is for children ages 2 to 6 years old. During this age of a childs life, the concerns are primarily premature loss of primary teeth, underdeveloped dental arches and problematic habits such as thumb sucking.This period of treatment encompasses ages 2 to 6 years. Often, treatment during this phase is successful, and can reduce the chances of future orthodontic treatment.

Stage II Mixed Dentition: Mixed dentition takes place during the ages of 6 to 12 years old. During this phase, treatment is primarily focused on concerns surrounding dental realignment and jaw malrelationships. Treatment during this phase is usually incredibly effective, as your childs hard and soft tissues are usually very responsive to orthodontic or orthopedic forces.

The development of baby teeth, or teething, varies amongst infants. Some babies will get their teeth earlier than others, and some babies may get them later. Generally, the first baby teeth appear between the first 6 to 8 months of your childs life.

Sippy cups are a great training tool for helping your child transition from a bottle to a cup. Its important that your child stops using a sippy cup by their first birthday. In order to prevent cavities, only put water in your childs sippy cup throughout the day. Milk, juice and other drinks during meals are okay, but throughout the day, your child should only be drinking water in their sippy cup.

There are many ways you can help your child avoid cavities. First and foremost, make sure to visit the pediatric dentist every 6 months, starting around your childs first birthday. At these visits, we may suggest home fluoride treatments or protective sealants in order to prevent decay.

There are many risks involved with oral piercings, including chipped or cracked teeth, blood clots, blood poisoning, heart infections, brain abscess, nerve disorders (trigeminal neuralgia), receding gums or scar tissue. Your mouth contains millions of bacteria, and infection is a common complication of oral piercing. Your tongue could swell large enough to close off your airway! Common symptoms after piercing include pain, swelling, infection, an increased flow of saliva and injuries to gum tissue. Difficult-to-control bleeding or nerve damage can result if a blood vessel or nerve bundle is in the path of the needle. Long story short give your mouth a break and tell your teen to skip the mouth jewelry.

After earning her Bachelor of Arts in Zoology from the Miami University in Oxford, OH, Dr. Rebecca Scott pursued her Doctor of Dental Surgery degree from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry. She graduated in 2001, then pursued specialty training in Pediatric Dentistry from the University of Nebraska Medical Center College of Dentistry Pediatric Residency Program in Omaha, NE. Dr. Scott opened her own practice in Lincoln in 2008 and continues to enjoy practicing dentistry.