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When you think about children’s dentistry, you probably assume care is mainly meant for primarily older children. However, your little one may benefit from a visit as early as one year! In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist talks about dental checkups in infancy, and how the process will change as your child grows older.
Friday is here! Every Friday, we focus on our community instead of the usual dental topics. In light of the pandemic, our team will focus on events that can be enjoyed from the safety of your home, or socially-distant outdoors. From a live dinosaur exhibit to a New Year celebration, there is plenty for Dallas families to enjoy. In addition, we’re ready to see your kids for their first checkup and cleaning of 2021!
The items we eat and drink can have a major effect on the health of your child’s smile. As we will explain, too much sugar and starch could mean a higher risk of complications like tooth decay, infections, gingivitis, and even stained teeth and bad breath. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist will explain how to protect little smiles with a better diet.
Last week we did a reminder post on proper brushing for kids of all ages. Now, we would like to take a look at an even more important oral hygiene habit: flossing! Children need to begin flossing at an early age, and keep this habit up, in order to avoid issues like cavities or even gum inflammation. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist will discuss proper flossing methods.
Friday is finally here! Which means in lieu of our usual dental topics, we would like to focus on the community. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist will look at three events that your family can enjoy either socially distant in person, or virtually from the comfort of your own home. Don’t forget, you can also schedule a visit for a checkup and cleaning, so your little one continues to enjoy a healthy smile.
Just like you, kids need to clean their teeth daily to control plaque buildup and lower the risk of tooth decay. However, younger children may need a little help. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist will explain how to help your children brush, and what you need to know about keeping little smiles strong!
Often, kids may feel anxious about visiting the office or undergoing treatment. In addition, others could have special needs that make receiving treatment difficult. Fortunately, to help ensure every patient feels calm and relaxed when they undergo treatment, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist offers sedation dentistry.
Each Friday, we like to take a break from the usual topics on children’s dentistry to look at fun community events you can attend with your family. In light of the pandemic, we’re focusing on events that can either be attended virtually or socially-distant. In addition, don’t forget to schedule your child’s first 2021 visit with your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist.
What should you do if your child chips a tooth, or knocks one out? These are examples of common dental emergencies, and situations that need attention right away. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist will explain how we treat emergency situations, and what you can do ease discomfort before seeing us.
While fillings, crowns, and root canal treatment help repair damaged or decayed teeth, sometimes protecting a little smile means removing a tooth. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist will explain when an extraction could benefit the health, stability, and function of your child’s smile, and what to expect from the treatment process!