The Worst Food and Drinks for Your Child's Teeth

The Worst Food and Drinks for Your Child’s Teeth

As a parent, you want the best for your child, and with that comes giving them a healthy diet and ensuring those foods aren’t too harsh on their teeth. Some children can be a bit fussy about what they eat and drink earlier on in their childhood, so it’s always important to be aware of their nutrition needs and have …

Baby Dental Care: How to Take Care of Your Baby’s Teeth and Gums

Did you know oral care starts before your little one’s first tooth ever emerges? Maintaining a healthy mouth before that first tooth ever comes in sets up your baby for good oral care throughout their life.  This guide will show you how to care for your baby’s growing teeth so you both enjoy healthy smiles together for years to come. …

Why You Should Choose A Pediatric Dentist For Your Child’s Dental Care

Choosing a dentist for your child is a big decision as, ideally, your child’s dentist will be with them during the long journey from baby teeth to adult teeth. Your child needs quality dental care from a young age to ensure that their teeth are growing in (and falling out) properly and that their oral health is being cared for.  …

What Is Sedation Dentistry For Children?

Being nervous to go to the dentist is quite common among adults and children both. When you are a child, many things can exacerbate those nervous tendencies as well. Ensuring their patient is calm and comfortable is very important to your child’s dentist, and as a parent you have a few options to help your child stay comfortable and relaxed …

When Do Adult/Permanent Teeth Start Coming In?

Every person will have two sets of teeth in their life. When a child is around 6 months old, their primary or “baby” teeth will start to come in or “erupt” as dentists refer to the process. Primary teeth make the path to permanent teeth, but they still play a role in what will become of the child’s oral health …

How to Handle Child Dental Emergencies

How to Handle Child Dental Emergencies

Every parent is quick to help with an injury, and knows the action of putting a bandage on a skinned knee all too well. But a child’s dental problems also need prompt attention, especially when emergencies arise. Seeing your child hurt or in pain is something no parent wants to have to experience. Dental problems in children can be especially …