Pediatric Dentistry

“Kids should brush their own teeth as soon as they are able” Kids cannot effectively brush their own teeth until they can tie their own shoes. Even then, they may need you to help them brush the far back teeth. It’s best to monitor them while they...

Odds are, if your child is going trick-or-treating this year they will return with a lot of treats that are not good for their teeth. They can still participate in the fun of dressing up and going door-to-door, but there are a few small things you...

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) recently released a statement explaining that children under 1 year should not consume any fruit juice at all. This is the first change to their fruit juice recommendations for children since 2001. In the past, the Academy has recommended that...

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, more than 50 percent of children will be affected by tooth decay before age 5. In addition, a report from the Office of the Surgeon General notes that more than 51 million school hours are lost each year...

Did you know that your child’s baby teeth are important, even though they’ll eventually fall out? Baby teeth help set the stage for healthy adult teeth to grow in, which is why it’s so important to take your child to the dentist when they’re young. In...

Why Do Children Suck Their Thumb? Babies are born with a suckling reflex for the intent of nourishment. Because of the positive association and endorphins created with sucking, babies will often transfer the action to other things such as thumbs, fingers, pacifiers, sippy cups, and similar items...

What Causes Cavities?  A cavity requires three things to form: a tooth, bacteria, and carbohydrates (in other words: sugar). Once you consume sugars, it only takes 20 seconds for the bacteria on your teeth to combine with the sugar and turn into acid. This acid begins to...

A bright smile is the ultimate boost of confidence anyone can ever have. What is the best way to achieve this bright smile other than a teeth whitening procedure? Getting these necessary procedures done is a part of looking presentable for any social setting.  Imagine feeling this internal boost of confidence knowing you can smile...

A frequently asked question is, “When should my child start seeing the dentist?” The answer is that, ideally, your child should be seen by a dentist by 12 months. In other words, “first dentist visit by their first birthday.”    Children’s Dental Health Issues Let’s take a step back and...

Once parents understand the importance of their baby seeing the dentist, the next question I get is, “How does it work? Don’t they just cry?” While it’s true that the first dental visit can be a noisy one, the appointment is generally quick, fun, and informative.    Credit...