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...
Pediatric Dentistry
What Are Pacifier Teeth?
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....
Back to School Tips!
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...
Pediatric Dentistry |3 min read
Pacifiers and Thumb Sucking
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,...
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Why A Kid Dentist?
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...
Pediatric Dentistry |2 min read
Baby’s First Dental Visit
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!...