Let’s face it; tooth pain hurts. Therefore, you can count on your child to tell you if he or she is experiencing a toothache. They may be unable to sleep or eat and even in tears if the pain is severe. As a parent, here’s what to do first. Stay calm Kids pick up on… Continue Reading about When Your Child Has Toothache
Are you taking a trip over the holidays? It is common for families to go out of town to visit family or friends over the winter break. However, as you pack your bags full of gifts, toiletries and special outfits, don’t forget to include a few items that will help you handle an orthodontic emergency.… Continue Reading about Orthodontic Emergencies While Out of Town
Orthodontics involves more than just straightening your teeth for better aesthetics. A primary goal of orthodontics is to properly align your bite so that your jaw functions correctly and your teeth don’t suffer undue stress and damage over time. While braces or other orthodontic appliances can correct most types of malocclusion, some patients need a… Continue Reading about When are Surgical Orthodontics Needed?
Most of us enjoy eating sugar. But guess what? The bacteria in your mouth thrive on it too. In fact, that is how tooth decay begins. When you consume foods or drinks that contain sucrose (sugar), your oral bacteria gain the energy to multiply and form harmful acids. These acids erode or “eat away” the… Continue Reading about Xylitol For A Healthier Smile
Fluoride is an important mineral for a healthy smile. Fluoride can actually remineralize your tooth enamel, or its outermost layer. This adds protection to areas where it is weak. Therefore, when harmful acids attempt to invade your tooth enamel and weaken it, fluoride acts as a defense barrier to protect your tooth from cavities. These… Continue Reading about Is Your Child Getting Enough Fluoride?
Has your child recently gotten his or her permanent back molars? You may hear a recommendation from your dentist for dental sealants at your child’s next dental exam. Dental sealants are typically placed on the six-year molars and twelve-year molars after they’ve fully erupted. This quick and easy dental procedure is designed to protect your… Continue Reading about Dental Sealants: A Smart Choice For Your Child’s Smile
Dental anxiety or dental fear is a very real condition, one that affects both adults and children. When it comes to your child, it is especially important to find ways to reduce this anxiety so that any negative feelings towards the dentist doesn’t carry over into adulthood. Finding a dentist who is equipped to treat… Continue Reading about When Your Child Has Dental Anxiety
As your teenager gains more independence and tries to balance new responsibilities, don’t let their oral health be something they slack off on. In fact, dental care should be a priority for teens. During this stage of adolescents, they are at a higher risk for problems such as decay and gum disease. There are specific… Continue Reading about Dental Care for Teens
It can be frightening to watch your child get hurt, especially if the injury involves their mouth. When a tooth gets knocked out completely, it is called dental avulsion. If it is a primary tooth, it typically won’t be reimplanted because of the risk of damaging the emerging permanent tooth. However, if it is a… Continue Reading about When Your Child Knocks Out a Tooth
When it comes to worrying about your teenager, gum disease is probably not on your radar. However, gum disease is a serious oral health condition that adolescents are at particular risk for. Gum disease, or periodontal disease, is marked by the presence of inflammation or infection within the soft tissues and bone that support the… Continue Reading about Your Teen and Gum Disease