Dr. Lynse Briney

Dr. Briney treats prevention as the foundation of lifelong oral health. Preventive visits at Shine Pediatric Dentistry include thorough exams, professional cleanings, dental sealants to seal off cavity-prone back teeth, and fluoride rinses to strengthen enamel against decay. She schedules these appointments twice a year and uses each visit as a teaching moment, helping children understand why these steps matter and how to keep their teeth healthy between appointments.

When a child chips a tooth, develops a sudden toothache, or needs an urgent extraction, Dr. Briney provides focused emergency care aimed at relieving pain quickly and protecting surrounding teeth. She brings the same calm, child-centered communication to emergencies that she uses in routine visits, helping anxious young patients stay as comfortable as possible while she addresses the problem efficiently.

Dr. Briney restores teeth damaged by decay using tooth-colored composite fillings that match the natural shade of a child's tooth. This approach avoids the appearance of metal and blends seamlessly with the smile. She explains each step in child-friendly language, helping young patients feel informed and less anxious while delivering a result that protects the tooth structurally and looks natural.

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For children who experience significant dental anxiety or who require lengthier procedures, Dr. Briney offers sedation options designed to make care more comfortable and accessible. She applies sedation selectively based on each child's needs and medical history, and communicates clearly with parents about what to expect before, during, and after the appointment. Her goal is to keep a difficult visit from becoming a lasting source of fear around dental care.

Dr. Briney's care covers the full arc of a child's oral health from the first tooth through the teenage years. She structures every visit around her SHINE values and adapts her communication style to each child's age and comfort level. Her clinical background includes training across all dental specialties, experience with special needs patients, and an affiliation with Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago, giving her a broad foundation for both routine and complex pediatric cases.

When a child's tooth is too damaged for a filling alone, Dr. Briney restores it with a tooth-colored pediatric crown. She pursued advanced training in this procedure specifically to give children a more natural-looking result than traditional stainless steel crowns allow. Tooth-colored crowns protect the full structure of a compromised primary tooth while preserving the appearance of a healthy smile.

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Beyond sealants and fluoride, Dr. Briney offers newer treatments designed to stop early-stage cavities from advancing. These approaches can slow or arrest the progression of decay before it reaches a point that requires a filling, potentially reducing the total treatment burden on a child over time. Dr. Briney has pursued additional training in these treatments as part of her ongoing commitment to staying current in her specialty.