A cavity between teeth, also known as an interproximal or interdental cavity, can occur in children. And as they advance, your little one may experience discomfort and even have difficulty eating or drinking, among other issues. Fortunately, with routine dental care...
Whether you call it a binky, a pacy, or a pacifier, they can come in handy when you have a fussy and relentless child. That binky can help your little one self-soothe, but when your child uses them for an extended time, it can lead to an issue known as pacifier teeth....
It’s back to school time! As your family falls into a new school routine, be sure to incorporate these five easy tips to help fight cavities: Brush teeth before school with a fluoride toothpaste. Avoid sticky foods in the lunchbox. Treats...
Summer is right around the corner! With the increase in temperatures, we often see an increase in dental injuries. Falls from playground equipment, bikes, skateboards, and scooters often lead to dental trauma. Do you know what to do in an emergency? Here are some...
April is National Autism Awareness Month! Autism is a bio-neurological developmental disability that impacts 1 out of every 68 children in the United States. It is diagnosed four times more often in boys than girls. Autism impacts the normal development of the brain...
How and when do you stop pacifiers and thumb sucking? Sucking on a pacifier, thumb, or finger is considered normal in infants and young children. In fact, pacifier use has shown to decrease the incidence of SIDS (sudden infant death syndrome) in infants. However,...
You may be wondering, what’s the difference between a general dentist and a pediatric dentist? It’s not just the size of the dental chair and cute wallpaper… So What Is a Pediatric Dentist? Pediatric dentists specialize in the care of kids. They are...
At What Age Should Your Child Have His or Her First Dental Visit? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry recommends that all kids have their first dental visit by age one. I know what you’re thinking… Is it really necessary at such a young age? YES!...
I’m so excited to be writing our very first Hamilton County Pediatric Dentistry blog post! I’m hoping this blog becomes an amazing resource for parents. I plan to cover multiple dental health topics ranging from first dental visits to fillings and...
Did you know that tooth decay is five times more common than asthma and entirely preventable? Tooth decay is caused by bacteria that builds up on tooth surfaces as a clear, sticky film called plaque. Plaque feeds on the sugars left on your teeth by the foods you eat...
