Diets & Toothbrushing for Children

Posted on January 22, 2013March 24, 2018 by Matt Rasche

Optimal Diets for Infants Healthy nutrition for kids starts early. In accordance with the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) guidelines, breastfeeding exclusively for the first 6 months of life has been shown to have many beneficial effects for children. The AAP recommendation is for contin...

Baby Teeth Decay & Thumb Sucking Habits

Posted on December 3, 2012March 24, 2018 by Matt Rasche

Decay in Primary (Baby) Teeth Tooth decay can occur as soon as teeth appear in the mouth. Frequent and prolonged exposure of a child’s teeth to fruit juices, milk, and formula can contribute to kids getting early cavities. When a baby is put to sleep with a bottle containing juice or milk the...

First Dental Visit

Posted on October 8, 2012March 24, 2018 by Matt Rasche

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

Posted on September 7, 2012March 24, 2018 by Matt Rasche

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?

Posted on August 29, 2012November 11, 2014 by Matt Rasche

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.

Healthy teeth and gums in mom lead to health teeth and gums in children.

Posted on May 31, 2012February 8, 2022 by Matt Rasche

Bacteria that cause tooth decay can be transmitted from a mother to her child. It is important to have mom’s teeth decay free before birth of her child. During pregnancy there will likely be hormone fluctuations that may contribute to the desire for mom to snack more frequently. Frequent ...

The importance of a mother’s nutrition before the baby is born.

Posted on May 8, 2012February 8, 2022 by Matt Rasche

An unborn child’s teeth begin to form by the second month of pregnancy and start to harden by the second trimester. It is crucial for mom to have a balanced diet to promote the proper development of a child’s teeth. A balanced diet consists of providing adequate amounts of vitamins A, C, ...

Growing up Cavity Free

Posted on April 2, 2012February 8, 2022 by Matt Rasche

Imagine growing up without ever having a cavity. It is now possible for children to reach adulthood cavity free with the early guidance of preventative dental care. The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommend a “Dental Home” ...

Southern Indiana Pediatric Dentistry

Posted on March 24, 2012February 8, 2022 by Matt Rasche

Here at Southern Indiana Pediatric Dentistry, we treat every child as if they were our own. In a loving and compassionate environment, our staff’s gentle touch will put your child at ease. Dr. Matt Rasche is a certified pediatric dentist. Having three children under the age of 5, he is great at r...

SIPD Pediatric Dentistry

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