Thumb sucking and pacifier use are soothing for infants - and parents too! As pediatric dentists, we are not really concerned with thumb sucking or pacifier use in the first 1-2 years of life. We understand that infants are still trying to learn coping mechanisms...
After informing a parent their child has a cavity, the most common question I am asked is: "Do baby teeth need fillings? Can't we wait til the tooth falls out?' The answer is not always simple. As pediatric dentists we look at key factors to answering the questions....
A cavity is an infection caused by bacteria that creates a hold in the tooth. Did you know that cavities are infectious like Colds? Cavities are actually an infection of the tooth created from common bacteria that are present in everyone’s mouth. The biggest culprit...
Vacations are fun and exciting so it's easy to forget about keeping your kids' teeth clean on vacation or extended weekends. When we break from our regular schedules, routines and habits can fall apart and it is helpful to keep some ideas in mind to keep your child on...
If your child is complaining their teeth hurt after eating or drinking hot or cold food/drinks they may have sensitive teeth. It may not be a cavity! The pain may be caused by other things including exposed tooth roots, recent fillings by your dentist (typically the...
Parents with toddlers have their hands full and with the arrival of new teeth, there are some important items to keep in mind about your toddler's teeth. Let’s take a look below at some of the best habits to build at this stage of life. Floss Toddler's Teeth Once your...
What do to when your child gets a cold sore? This is a very common question we get here at Junior Smiles Children’s Dentistry®. In most instances, parents can’t see where their child’s pain is coming from and often think the pain is coming from a tooth. How to...
Teething is tough on a child. When their first teeth start to erupt, infants can experience a variety of symptoms that cause discomfort and may even cause worries for parents if they do not know what to expect. Let’s explore some of these below in order to become...
Electric tooth brushes for kids help improve brushing efficiency and brushing habits. With so many available on the market today, and many colorful designs too, it is beneficial to explore the advantages and disadvantages they offer for your child’s oral health prior...
Each stage of your child’s life comes with different challenges for oral health. From teaching them to brush to watching them learn to floss, your child learns new practices and responsibilities as they grow each year. When it comes to teenage oral care, parents...
For parents with newborns at home, pacifiers can be useful for soothing your child when they are upset or crying. Pacifiers can also have an impact on oral health so keep some of these key points in mind: Do pacifiers have an impact on oral health? While perfectly...
Toothpaste is the most important dental hygiene product your child will use. With so many choices available today, you may be wondering how to choose your kids toothpaste. Let’s look at some of the options available and which ones work best for kids. Seal of...
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