We believe that starting a good oral care routine with your child at an early age is essential for the long-term health of their teeth. But we know that getting a young child to understand the importance of brushing their teeth can be an uphill battl...
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The Dangers of Thumb Sucking
Most pediatric dentists recommend helping children discontinue sucking habits by their first birthday or shortly thereafter. If your toddler or preschooler is still sucking their fingers, using a pacifier, or routinely relying on a sippy cup, there a...
Tongue Ties/Lip Ties in Infants
Learn more about lip and tongue ties....
Why do Cavities in Baby Teeth Need to be Filled?
One of the most common questions we hear at our office is, “If my child’s baby tooth has a cavity, why does it need a filling if it’s going to fall out anyway?" Learn more about this here....
When & Why To Take Away A Pacifier
It is no secret that millions of children all around the world love their pacifiers. For many parents this little device is the best way to sooth and calm a child when all else fails. One of the main reasons for this is that sucking on a pacifier or ...
How to make your child’s first dentist visit a success
A child’s first visit to the dentist can be a bit scary. More often than not, you as a parent are more scared than your child. However, if you educate yourself properly beforehand and therefore know what to expect, you will find out that it doesnâ€...
Adolescent Dentistry
Tongue Piercing – Is It Really Cool? You might not be surprised anymore to see people with pierced tongues, lips, or cheeks, but you might be surprised to know just how dangerous these piercings can be. There are many risks involved with...
Prevention
Care Of Your Child’s Teeth Brushing Tips: Starting at birth, clean your child’s gums with a soft cloth and water. As soon as your child’s teeth erupt, brush them with a soft-bristled toothbrush. If they are under the age of 2, use a...
General Topics
What Is A Pediatric Dentist? The pediatric dentist has an extra two to three years of specialized training after dental school, and is dedicated to the oral health of children from infancy through the teenage years. The very young, pre-teens, and tee...
Early Infant Oral Care
Perinatal & Infant Oral Health The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends that all pregnant women receive oral healthcare and counseling during pregnancy. Research has shown evidence that periodontal disease can increase the ri...
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