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Many adults and children observe that their gums bleed when brushing or flossing. Bleeding gums are a potential sign of early gum disease, even in children. Fortunately, you can reverse bleeding gums with proper attention …

Whether you’re a new or seasoned parent, you are probably aware that children lose their baby teeth. You most likely remember losing your own teeth as a child and putting them under your pillow in …

According to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry, it is recommended that kids see the dentist for the first time by the age of 12 months – or within six months of getting their first …

There are so many new experiences you have with a new baby. Watching them learn and grow and develop can be exciting. But it also means navigating a large number of new responsibilities to ensure …

It may seem unlikely or unnatural for children to require tooth extractions, but it happens for a variety of reasons. If your child has teeth that are severely damaged due to injury or decayed due …

Dental fillings are one type of restorative dentistry. A composite dental filling is among the most common and the most visually attractive type of filling. Dental fillings are the typical treatment in the event of …

It’s always best if we can save your child’s natural tooth, but there are times when there is no other option than to perform a child tooth extraction. Even kids who love visiting the dentist …

Tooth decay is not your friend. It can wreak havoc in your mouth once it gets going, causing cavities and, if left untreated, total destruction of teeth. There are many ways to address tooth decay, …

There was a time when trying to find a pediatric dentist meant thumbing through the phone book and finding the practice closest to your home. These days, the internet puts all the information you need …

Baby teeth come and go in several years, being replaced by permanent adult teeth. During this time, however, kids are at risk for developing cavities and abscesses due to infection and decay. Because they cannot …

Starting regular dental check-ups at a young age is important for your child’s oral health, but many parents aren’t sure when these routine dental visits should begin. In this blog post, we’ll discuss what age …

Many children who participate in athletics––and even those who don’t––consume large amounts of sports drinks. A lot of parents are under the impression that these drinks are healthier alternatives to soft drinks, and while the …

Many parents are curious about when their children should start seeing the dentist––and many are surprised to learn the answer. The American Dental Association recommends that a child’s first dental visit occur within six months …

Regular dental visits are as important for children as they are for adults. While many of the reasons are different, the recommendation for appointments every six months is the same no matter what a patient’s …

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, …

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. …

“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 …

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 with teething problems can be …

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 …

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 …

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 …

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 …