Tooth-Friendly Choices for a Healthy Halloween Halloween is a spooky-fun time of year filled with costumes, decorations, and, of course, candy! As a pediatric dentist, we understand the excitement Halloween brings, but we also want to ensure that your child’s oral health remains a top priority. In this blog post, we’ll share some tips on […]
We want all our patients to be able to smile with confidence as they head back to school! Check out our 5 back-to-school dental tips to help your family build strong oral health habits for the school year and beyond! 1. REFRESH YOUR DENTAL ROUTINE: After a fun-filled summer, it’s time to get back into […]
Infant dentistry gives you the ability to better care for your baby’s oral health needs. While their baby teeth aren’t a permanent fixture, they are still vital for early oral health. Early age pediatric dentistry can also help determine other key issues that may arise during your infant’s development. Many benefits stem from taking your […]
Pediatric dentistry lends care to children from the ages of 6 months to 13 years of age. Children typically age out of pediatric dentistry when they receive all their adult teeth. Pediatric dentists play a pivotal role in your young child’s oral hygiene habits. Staying up to date One of the main benefits of frequently […]
Finding a pediatric dentist for your toddler can help them develop better oral hygiene habits. These habits will benefit them well into adulthood, as they begin their oral health journey early. As a parent, you want what is best for your toddler’s health, and getting them into the dentist for a checkup as early as […]
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends all children to be seen by a dentist no later than 12 months of age. Because baby teeth are vital for proper nutrition intake for the many years to come, it is important to have them evaluated periodically starting from a young age. The first dental visit for […]
Most of us rush our little ones to brush their teeth after eating candy as we all know that excess sugar consumption can lead to cavities. Although we may attempt to control the frequency and the amount of sugar our children eat on a daily basis; it’s very natural, unfortunately, for kids to have a […]
When a baby molar (back tooth) has a large cavity or fracture, the standard of treatment, as recommended by the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, is restoring it with a stainless steel crown. Parents often ask me, “Why do we have to do a crown if it’s a baby tooth? Why can’t we just do […]
Teeth whitening has become more and more popular in the past two decades. These days, there are so many different types of dental bleaching available on the market that it can be confusing to decide which one is right for you. Here are the four basic types: Whitening toothpaste — These use special abrasives or […]
In 2009, the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry changed their guidelines on infant oral care. Instead of using training toothpaste on infants and young children under 2 years of age, they now recommend using a regular toothpaste with fluoride. This amendment also emphasized that only a smear-size amount of toothpaste should be used in children […]
