Mouth Guards

A mouth guard is a protective device for the mouth that covers the teeth and sometimes the gums. Mouth guards are often used to protect the teeth from injury during sports, and from teeth grinding. When a child participates in a sporting or recreational activity, injuries can occur. A mouth guard...

Dental Sealants

Dental sealants are placed to prevent tooth decay. A dental sealant is a thin material that is painted on the chewing surfaces of the permanent molars and premolars (back teeth), where decay occurs most often.  The sealant quickly bonds into the pits and fissures (depressions and grooves) of the...

Flossing & Fluoride in Children

Why Floss? Flossing removes plaque between teeth in areas where a toothbrush can’t reach.  Flossing once a day is an important part of overall oral hygiene.  As soon as a child’s teeth start to touch, it’s time to start flossing.  Due to the skill required, parents often need to assist o...

First Dental Visit

Oral Hygiene for an infant.  Oral hygiene for kids starts early.  It’s best to begin the process as soon as a few days after birth.  In the beginning a wet washcloth or moist gauze can be used.  It’s important to wipe a baby’s gums to help remove plaque and residual food. Oral hygiene f...

Eruption of Teeth

The eruption of a child’s first teeth.  At birth a child already has their first 20 teeth in their jawbones.  The teeth normally begin to erupt around 6 months of age and all 20 primary teeth are often fully erupted by the age of three.  Primary (Baby) teeth are important for three main reas...

What is a pediatric dentist?

A pediatric dentist has an extra two or three years of specialized training after dental school working with infants, children, teenagers, and patients with special health care needs.  A pediatric dentist is best qualified to assist with guiding children into adulthood with optimal dental health.
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