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Pediatric Dentistry

Preventative Care

Preventive dental care is important throughout life, especially at a young age. By practicing good oral hygiene at home and scheduling regular checkups with the dentist, your child can help keep her smile bright and healthy for years to come. Learn more

Teeth for Life

Practicing good oral hygiene means maintaining your child’s smile by visiting the dentist regularly and taking care of her teeth and gums in between checkups. Learn more

Nutrition & Oral Health

Establishing good nutritional habits for your child can be especially beneficial to promote good eating patterns and food choices for the rest of his or her life. Think of your child’s mouth as the doorway to the rest of the body. Learn more

Thumb Sucking

Along with favorite blankets, teddy bears, and nap time, thumb sucking can be one of the most comforting aspects of childhood. Is this cause for worry? Learn more

Teeth Grinding

Teeth grinding, or bruxism, refers to excessive grinding of the teeth and/or excessive clenching of the jaw, and is common in children. Is this a cause for concern? Learn more

Gum Disease in Children

Gum disease, also known as gingivitis or periodontal disease, is an infection that occurs in the gums, deep tissues, and bones that support the teeth. It can affect children if proper oral health practices aren’t followed. Learn more

Dental Care for Your Baby

Congratulations on your new baby! To prepare for the arrival of your baby’s first tooth, follow these guidelines and your baby will be on the way to a lifetime of healthy smiles! Learn more

The Importance of Baby Teeth

Just because your child’s primary teeth, often known as “baby teeth,” eventually fall out, doesn’t mean they’re not important. Primary teeth play an important role in your child’s overall health, development, and well-being. Learn more

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Also known as early childhood caries, baby bottle tooth decay refers to tooth decay in infants and toddlers. Your child needs strong, healthy primary teeth to properly chew food and learn to speak, so preventing baby bottle tooth decay is very important. Learn more

Orthodontics

After Orthodontics Treatment

Wearing a retainer after orthodontic treatment is crucial, no matter which type of appliance you choose and what age you happen to be. Learn more

Common Problems with Braces

Fortunately, the vast majority of orthodontic problems are minor compared to these situations, but they may still cause discomfort or irritation. In general, it's best to try and soothe the immediate cause of the discomfort, and then call our office to schedule an appointment. Learn more

Eating with Braces

Now that you have your braces, how do you take care of them? It's important for you to know how to properly take care of your braces throughout your entire orthodontic treatment. Learn more

Brushing & Flossing with Braces

You know how important it is to brush and floss properly when you're wearing braces, but what's the best way to do that? Learn more

Take Care of Your Appliances

Damaged appliances can increase the length of your treatment process, so be sure to take care of all your appliances. Learn more

Our Blog

We are committed to helping you and your child have a beautiful and healthy smile. We offer a variety of topics to help you learn how to improve and maintain a beautiful smile.