You want your child’s first experience at the dentist to be a positive one no matter what age they are. A child going to the dentist for the first time is often a handful of anxieties. Any dentist or hygienist using the right techniques can transform the most terrified child into a cooperative patient who is no longer afraid – a child who will leave the office with a smile on his face. The...
I have talked a lot about the importance of good oral hygiene and starting healthy habits with your kids at a young age. Hopefully you now know the importance of kids starting their daily routines at a young age. This includes not only tooth brushing but also flossing. Flossing is a step that a lot of parents neglect because they don’t understand the importance or it feel like too much work. However,...
With the beginning of the spring sports season, we see an increased amount of trauma to children’s teeth. Many parents wonder what they need to do, who they need to see. Your family dentist is usually the best place to start. Most emergency rooms do not have a dentist on staff and may not have the expertise that your dentist does. The most common sports injuries are (1) fractured or chipped teeth,...
Last updated on December 31st, 2018 at 02:06 pmNow that the holiday season is in full force, you’ve probably noticed an increased availability of sweets everywhere you turn. Your child’s teacher asks for everyone to bring a candy to exchange, the dance recital serves punch and cookies afterward, and don’t forget the homemade fudge at Grandma’s house. Is it possible to prevent dental problems...
Last updated on December 10th, 2018 at 06:30 pmAs parents, we do our best to care for our children when accidents or injuries occur. In dentistry, one of the most common dental emergencies that family and pediatric dentists see is chipped teeth. By being prepared and knowing how to handle a chipped tooth, you can ensure your child is well looked after from the moment the injury occurs to when your...
Last updated on October 14th, 2018 at 08:24 pm A smile is important at every age, but especially for children. The health of a child’s smile today can affect his or her oral health decades down the road.Here are a few important things that your dentist wants you to know in regard to helping children of all ages have healthy teeth for life. Infancy Pediatricians and pediatric dentists recommend...
