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Sometimes, a tooth cannot be treated with a filling or a dental crown. Instead, safeguarding the smile as a whole means removing a tooth completely. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about when a tooth extraction is necessary, and how we conduct one with comfort.
A root canal procedure can help treat an infected tooth and prevent tooth loss. But what about when kids develop dental infections? In these situations, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist can offer help with a conservative root canal alternative known as a pulpotomy procedure.
A dental crown is a complete restoration that covers the entire visible portion of the tooth, improving overall oral health and preventing major complications. We can provide different options for kids depending on what their smiles need. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about dental crowns for kids!
Pretty soon, kids across the country will be returning to school! Which is why you should consider bringing your child in for a checkup and cleaning visit. Like these little patients, your children can start the school year with a healthier smile! In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about children’s back to school visits.
Sometimes, parents assume that since baby teeth will fall out, treating a cavity isn’t a priority. But the fact is, lack of treatment could lead to severe decay or even infection, leading to premature tooth loss and major complications. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about dental fillings.
Our team wants to help kids stay free of cavities, and we accomplish this with preventive treatment options. Along with cleanings, we can also place dental sealants. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about dental sealants, and how they offer years of protection!
We just looked at how kids benefit from an exam every six months. In the same visit, we also clean the teeth too, which lowers the risk of common oral health problems. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about how children of all ages benefit from having their teeth professionally cleaned.
How often should children sit down for a checkup and cleaning visit with our team? The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends an appointment every six months starting at age two, and we agree! In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about when kids need a checkup, and what happens during these important visits.
As exciting as it can be to watch your child grow up, it is important to look out for developmental issues that can negatively impact their health and appearance. One benefit to consistent pediatric dental checkups is that parents receive regular updates about the development of their little one’s smile and oral structures. Our Dallas, TX pediatric dental office uses careful examinations and digital x-ray technology to assess our patients’ development over the course of their visits. We can monitor their progress as they lose their primary (“baby”) teeth and receive their replacements, and we can look for early warning signs of developmental trouble we can help resolve. (more…)
At age two, kids need to undergo a checkup and cleaning every six months. But the first visit to the dentist should happen at around age one. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about what to expect from your children’s initial visits, and how to protect their smiles with good homecare habits.