Fluoride is a controversial subject. Many of our patients’ parents have strong feelings about the issue; aside from mandatory vaccinations, there’s no other public health policy that generates such heated debate. In the United States, …
What to Do When Your Child Knocks out a Tooth
It might be an exaggeration to say it’s a parents’ worst nightmare, but it’s pretty far up on the list––your child comes running to you, bleeding from the mouth, completely inconsolable, and missing a tooth. …
You Are What You Eat: How Diet Affects Dental Health
“Drink your milk, it builds strong bones!” As parents, we’ve all said that to our kids––maybe even a few times a day. We tell them to eat carrots for their eyes and oranges to fight …
Coping With Teething Problems
We get so excited to see that first little tooth poke its way out of our baby’s gums, but as all parents know, the process of getting to that point can be rough. Seeing our …
How to Prevent Cavities in Children: What You Should Know
According to the CDC, tooth decay is considered the most common chronic disease that American children experience; however, with regularly scheduled, biannual dental cleanings and exams, a daily dental hygiene routine as well as dental …
How to Properly Brush Your Teeth
As parents, we model by example. If we want our children to eat their fruits and veggies, we have to make sure we’re eating them ourselves; if we want them to limit screen time, we …
How to Calm Children’s Dental Fears
Knowing the best way to prepare your child for his or her visit can reduce the amount of stress you and your child experience leading up to the appointment. A positive first impression will help …
How to Prevent Cavities: What You Should Know
Most of the parents we meet at our pediatric dental practice want to know how to prevent cavities; in fact, it’s probably one of the most common questions we are asked. We understand that as …