Care of My Child’s Teeth
Your child’s mouth, jaw, and teeth are ever growing and changing. In fact, a child’s dental needs are often far greater than an adult’s due to
Importance of Dental X-Rays
Dental x-rays are an important tool in pediatric dentistry. As the teeth and jaw mature, x-rays provide pediatric dentists an enhanced view of a child’s oral
Infant Oral Care
A lifetime of good oral health begins during the first stages of life even before the first teeth emerge. Parents who are well-educated in children’s dental
Pediatric Dentistry
Pediatric dentistry is a dental specialty focused on the prevention, diagnosis, and treatment of oral health problems in children. Pediatric dentists have specific training that
Decay Prevention for Children
A child’s oral health must be protected from birth through adolescence and into adulthood. Unfortunately, many children develop tooth decay early in life – a
Thumb-Sucking and Pacifier Use
Children are born with a natural sucking reflex. In fact, babies begin to suck on their fingers while still in the womb. Sucking a thumb
Types of Sedation for Children
Sedation helps ensure that pediatric dental visits provide young patients with a comfortable experience and effective results. Often, children are intimidated by dental visits or
When Will My Baby Get His /Her First Tooth
Children are born with a set of primary teeth that last throughout early childhood. These primary teeth typically begin to emerge during the first year
Why are Baby Teeth Important
The primary teeth are the teeth that babies are born with and continue to develop in the first few years of life. Though these teeth
Tooth-Colored Fillings for Children
More than half of children over age six have some degree of tooth decay. When cavities are left untreated, they can lead to pain, infection
Pulpal Therapy and Crowns for Children
Pulpal therapy is a pediatric dental treatment used to treat and preserve a child’s natural tooth that has been affected by an injury or tooth
Nursing or “Baby Bottle” Decay
Baby bottle decay occurs as a result of long-term contact between the teeth and liquids that contain sugars. Often, infants and toddlers are allowed to drink