The first trip to the dentist can be an intense experience for children, as well as their parents. Between all the bright lights, sudden sounds, and unfamiliar faces, it’s quite a lot for a young child to handle. However, there are several things you can do to prepare your little one to receive routine dental care for the first time – and believe it or not, reading them the right book can actually do quite a lot to put their doubts to rest. Here are some ideas for you to consider, along with a few other general, helpful tips.

No matter your age, a tooth extraction can make you feel a little anxious or worried – but this is especially true for young children! However, there’s a very important reason behind every tooth extraction, even those that involve the baby teeth; your child’s dentist is always putting your little one’s health first and foremost! Continue reading to learn more about why baby teeth sometimes need to be extracted, along with a few tips to help your child navigate the recovery period.

Your child’s smile is one of the brightest spots in your life, and you should want to foster and support it from a very early age! One way you can do this is by ensuring their teeth are benefiting from fluoride. However, you may be wondering when the right time is to introduce this unique mineral into your child’s dental routine. Continue reading to learn a little more about fluoride and how it can benefit your child’s teeth very early on in their life.

If you’ve been out and about during Halloween in recent years, you might have noticed more and more teal pumpkins popping up on porches and patios. While orange pumpkins are the classic Halloween symbol, teal pumpkins represent something extra special: safety for children with food allergies. Here’s why placing a teal pumpkin on your patio this Halloween is a small gesture that can make a big difference and bring a bright smile to a child’s face!

In the age of texting and social media, you likely see bright yellow smiley faces everywhere for many kinds of situations, but did you know that its original meaning runs deeper? Today, on October 4, which is declared World Smile Day, you can celebrate smiling and spreading joy.

Continue reading to learn more about the story behind this commemorative day and how you can make the world a more smile-filled place.

Young smiles need regular oral healthcare just like adults do. Changes in tooth eruption, bite formation and facial development require a close eye, which is why it’s recommended that children see a pediatric dentist every six months. But what are the benefits of regular dental checkups and cleanings? Keep reading to discover three advantages that come from these visits and what you and your child can expect.  

Did you know that children are just as vulnerable to dental problems as adults? After all, cavities are undeniably one of the most common health issues in the world. That said, if a child develops a cavity, is there a point in having it filled if their baby teeth are just going to fall out in the future? The answer is often yes, given the risk that dental decay poses! Continue reading to learn a little more about these tooth-colored fillings and how they can greatly boost your child’s dental wellness.

We all want good health, happiness, and a lifetime of smiles for our children – and this starts with taking great care of their teeth. However, it’s not always obvious how to take adequate care of your child’s developing teeth; after all, their smiles are quite different from ours at this point in our lives. Nonetheless, there’s quite a bit to keep in mind. Continue reading to learn some of the key facts about baby teeth and why keeping them in tip-top shape will greatly benefit your child!

Pregnancy is a milestone filled with excitement and anticipation, but also an array of additional health considerations. Among these is dental health, and unfortunately, it often gets overshadowed by more obvious aspects of prenatal care. However, keeping your mouth in great shape during pregnancy can do your little one quite a lot of good! Continue reading to learn a little more about how oral health during pregnancy can affect your developing child and why it’s paramount to practice diligent hygiene during these special, life-changing months!

Does your child wince when they drink something hot or bite into something cold? Do they complain that brushing their teeth hurts? If so, the root of the problem may be dental sensitivity. Sometimes, this can be fixed at home with a few simple tweaks to their oral hygiene regimen. Other times, it requires a visit to their pediatric dentist’s office for the necessary restorative care. With this in mind, read on for a breakdown of what to do if your child is experiencing dental sensitivity.