Spotting Early Smile Changes Before They Become Problems Parents often notice small changes in their child’s smile at the most random times. Maybe you saw it in vacation photos, at the pool, or while your child was laughing with friends. A tooth looks a little crooked, the front teeth do not quite meet, or the chin looks different in pictures …
Give Your Child a Bright Start with the Right First Visit The first dental visit does more than check tiny teeth. It helps shape how your child feels about the dentist and taking care of their smile for years to come. When that first experience is calm, gentle, and even a little fun, kids learn that the dental office is …
What Parents Really Need to Know About Dental X-Rays Parents ask a very fair question: Are pediatric dental X-rays safe? When your child has a summer checkup or is getting ready for orthodontic treatment, it is normal to pause when you hear the word X-ray. You want to protect your child, not just say yes to every test. X-rays are …
Baby teeth may be small, but they do big jobs. They help kids chew, speak clearly, smile with confidence, and they save space for the grown-up teeth that are coming later. Most children start losing baby teeth at around age 6 and keep losing them slowly until about age 12. So what happens when baby teeth start falling out much …
Pediatric dental cleanings are about much more than shiny teeth. Regular visits help keep your child’s mouth healthy, support normal growth and development, and shape how your child feels about the dentist for years to come. When kids start early with gentle, positive experiences, they are far more likely to grow into adults who care for their smiles without fear …
Brushing toddlers’ teeth can be a challenging task, especially when they resist. Here are some tips and tricks to make the daunting task a little easier: Use a small-headed, soft-bristled toothbrush that fits in their mouth comfortably. Brush their teeth twice a day with a small smear of fluoride toothpaste for kids ages 0-3 years and a pea size amount …
Brushing toddlers’ teeth can be a challenging task, especially when they resist. Here are some tips and tricks to make the daunting task a little easier: Use a small-headed, soft-bristled toothbrush that fits in their mouth comfortably. Brush their teeth twice a day with a small smear of fluoride toothpaste for kids ages 0-3 years and a pea size amount …
Pediatric dentists undergo two years of specialist training after dental school and gain expertise in children’s dental care. They are equipped to handle children’s unique needs, such as utilizing behavior management techniques specific for children, treating children under general anesthesia, and creating a kid-friendly environment during visits. Pediatric dentists can address issues specific to children, like growth and development of …
There are several differences between baby teeth and adult teeth which is why pediatric dentists have advanced training in how to treat them! There are 20 baby teeth and 32 adult teeth. The baby molars are replaced by premolar permanent teeth and permanent molars erupt behind the row of baby teeth and do not replace any baby teeth. Baby teeth …
A dental emergency can be a painful and frightening experience. The first thing to do during a dental emergency is to stay calm. Thinking things through with a clear level head will lead to the best outcome. Next, it is important to assess the situation and decide whether it is a true emergency. Some emergencies must be dealt with right …
