Pediatric Dentistry

Thumb Sucking

Pediatric (Kids) DentistryKids Checkups Bottle Decay Teething Irritations Thumb Sucking Helpful tips for Thumb Sucking   How Can Thumbsucking Affect My Child's Teeth? After permanent teeth come in, sucking may cause problems with the proper growth of the mouth and alignment of the teeth. It can also cause changes in the roof of the mouth. [...] Read More

Teething Irritations

Pediatric (Kids) DentistryKids Checkups Bottle Decay Teething Irritations Thumb Sucking What to do with Teething Irritations   When a child's first tooth appears, parents should brush their child's teeth for two minutes twice a day and switch to a child-sized, soft-bristled toothbrush with a cushioned head, and a pea-sized dab of non-fluoridated toothpaste. Oral-B Stage [...] Read More

Bottle Decay

Pediatric (Kids) DentistryKids Checkups Bottle Decay Teething Irritations Thumb Sucking Bottle Decay Concerns   To prevent the buildup of plaque, a soft, sticky bacteria containing deposits that accumulate on teeth and cause tooth decay, parents should begin by regularly cleaning their newborn baby's gums with a damp washcloth after all feedings (breast or bottle). Parents [...] Read More

Kids Checkups

Pediatric (Kids) DentistryKids Checkups Bottle Decay Teething Irritations Thumb Sucking Kid's Checkups   Why is dental care for children important? One of the keys to a beautiful and healthy smile is early prevention and treatment. Getting young children acquainted with the dentist in a comfortable and enjoyable environment helps to foster a positive attitude towards [...] Read More