A healthy mouth is an important part of your overall health and wellness. Good oral hygiene begins in early childhood and sets the stage for a lifetime of oral health. Helping your child learn good …
Losing Baby Teeth: What to Expect
It seems like only yesterday your child’s baby teeth began poking through – and now they are starting to fall out. One by one over the next few years those baby teeth will be replaced …
Delayed Tooth Eruption: What to Expect
Teething is tough on parents and babies. All of a sudden your baby went from relatively happy and peaceful to agitated and fussy. No matter what you try, nothing seems to help. And then the …
How to Choose the Best Pediatric Dentist
Is your child afraid to go to the dentist? Dental anxiety is normal for children. It manifests in many different ways from crying fits, refusing to get in the car when it’s time to go, …
How Do You Calm Children’s Dental Fears?
Is your child afraid to go to the dentist? Dental anxiety is normal for children. It manifests in many different ways from crying fits, refusing to get in the car when it’s time to go, …
Why Fix Baby Teeth If They Are Going to Fall Out?
It’s a common misconception that many people believe: baby teeth don’t matter because they’re going to fall out anyway. This myth guides parents in the decisions they make about their children’s dental care—they may bring …
Baby Pacifiers: What You Need to Know as a New Parent
Are you wondering if it is ok to give your baby a pacifier? Many parents worry about this. You hear various things about pacifier use from others that may or may not be true. As …
Coping with Teething Problems: What Parents Should Know
Is your baby teething? If so, you’re probably dealing with a baby who is fussier than usual, waking often at night, drooling, and needing some extra snuggles. Teething can be as tough on parents as …
My Child Knocked Out a Tooth! Now What?
Dental emergencies can be scary, but they do happen. Trauma to the mouth or teeth can be serious, so it’s important to act fast. When you follow the right steps and seek immediate dental care, …
Why Choose a Pediatric Dentist Instead of a Family Dentist for Your Child?
Many people grow up seeing a family dentist for dental care and when they have children themselves, they wonder if a pediatric dentist is necessary. Is it really better to have your children seen by …