The simple answer: A pediatric dentist’s specialty is zeroed in on the unique needs of children – from prevention to treatment – like a pediatrician. As a parent, you want the absolute best for your child. And: Yes, all dentists want their patients to have...
If your child is afraid of visiting the dentist, they’re not alone. Going to the dentist isn’t exactly everyone’s favorite thing to do. Thankfully, children’s dentists have all sorts of tricks up their sleeves to make treatments gentle, stress-free,...
The short answer to the question “What is preventative dental care?”: Preventative care is the ongoing care for your teeth and gums to maintain a happy and healthy mouth. It involves regular dentist visits for cleanings and exams, along with excellent dental hygiene...
March is National Nutrition Month. Our children’s nutrition and their oral health are both topics of extreme importance in their development and overall health and well-being. This month, we are highlighting foods that are appropriate for promoting healthy teeth as...
My child has a cavity in a baby tooth… Should I get it filled? When your little one’s baby teeth begin to erupt, it’s an exciting milestone! But many people wonder if taking “good care” of baby teeth is necessary. After all, those teeth...
Dry mouth, clinically known as xerostomia… This text opens a new tab to Mayo Clinic’s website…, is caused by reduced saliva flow, or when saliva is absent altogether. Dry mouth can affect the overall health of your mouth and teeth. And the dry, cold...
