Why Dentists Discourage Thumb-sucking

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Thumb-sucking is a natural habit, and often serves the purpose of soothing or comforting a baby or toddler as they start to fall asleep. However, your Dallas pediatric dentist, as well as the American Dental Association and others, know that thumb-sucking can be a detriment to the healthy oral development of young teeth and jaw structure. There are solid reasons to discourage thumb-sucking, for the optimal oral health of our child, as well as extended pacifier use, as your child develops. (more…)

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Two Overlooked Habits That Help Your Child’s Smile

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‘Tis the season for photos, and whether you have a new baby with one tooth starting to peek out, or a “big kid” who’s already made friends with the tooth fairy, your caring pediatric dentist in Dallas, TX wants the best for every child’s smile. This means regular visits for preventive care, and good brushing at home. While we could make many recommendations for good pediatric oral health, today we’ll focus on two habits we encourage families to practice in 2021 and beyond. (more…)

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3 Virtual (and Socially Distant) Community Holiday Events

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While the pandemic means that attending the usual holiday events may not be a safe idea, that doesn’t mean there aren’t fun events for your family to enjoy. In today’s blog, your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist will look at three fun community events that can be enjoyed either virtually or socially distant. In addition, don’t forget to schedule a visit for your child before 2020 comes to an end!

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How To Help Your Child with Flossing (and Why!)

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When families think about oral care, chances are “brushing” is the first thing to come to mind. Brushing is a vital part of any home care routine. And flossing daily is another important part of tooth care, yet most children (and some adults!) find it to be harder to remember, and to carry out properly. Helping little hands manipulate dental floss can take some time, but your Dallas, TX, pediatric dentist knows all about tooth care for babies and children, and can assure you flossing is too important to overlook. (more…)

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Calm Dental Visits: We Can Help

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Even anticipated experiences can cause overload to the emotions of a small child. There are hundreds of videos of children having meltdowns, even at pleasant experiences. While you might think a child at a dental office would be the most unhappy visit ever, when you see a pediatric dentist in Dallas TX, you are getting the friendly and experienced staff and the calm environment that can reduce the fear of dental visits, and help establish a lifelong habit of smile care that will benefit your child. (more…)

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Socially-Distant Community Events In Dallas

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Each Friday we take a little break from our usual oral health topics to focus on our community. In light of the pandemic continuing to pose a danger to our community, we are recommending events that can be enjoyed either virtually or socially distant in Dallas, TX. In addition, we want to remind you again that you can schedule a visit soon to see our team, so your child receives treatment before your 2020 dental insurance benefits expire!

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How a Dental Crown Can Protect Tiny Smiles

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Emphasizing the importance in keeping up with oral health and hygiene from a young age is an excellent step toward acquiring a beautiful, lifelong smile. While children’s teeth are growing and developing, procedures such as sealants and fluoride treatments may be utilized to give an extra boost in strength. When cavities and worse arise, however, even greater preventive measures may be pursued. At Pediatric Dental Care at Casa Linda in Dallas, TX, we aim to prioritize your little one’s smile by helping establish great oral health habits and protections from a young age, including the utilization of a crown.

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