The Difference Between A General Dentist And A Pediatric Dentist Did you know that kids’ teeth are structurally different from adult teeth? Kids begin to grow teeth when they are six to seven months old. These are called deciduous teeth or primary dentitions. These...
Dental Emergencies As we all know accidents can happen when we least expect them, and knowing what to do can mean the difference between saving and losing a tooth. For all dental emergencies, it’s important to visit your dentist as soon as possible. Be sure to call...
Teaching Good Daily Flossing Habits Having healthy smiles Isn’t just about brushing twice a day. It’s also about flossing, and the best time to build a lifelong daily flossing habits is in childhood. This is where parents come in, but where we as pediatric dentists at...
What Parents of Autistic Children Should Know About Choosing a Dentist for Their Child? Choosing a pediatric dentist for any child is challenging but selecting a dentist for a child with autism is especially daunting. Every parent of an autistic child should be...
What Parents Need to Know about Dental Sealants for Kids and Teens? As parents, you naturally want your children to be healthy and that extends to their dental health. But it’s a constant challenge. The most “cavity prone” years for kids are between...
Are Some Kids Prone to Getting More Cavities than Others? It’s common knowledge that cavities are a universal annoyance, but Are Some Kids Prone to Getting More Cavities than Others? According to Scientific American, about 97% of people will experience at least one...