Teething is a painful process for young children. It’s tough for parents too. But: The process doesn’t end with your child’s last baby tooth. It starts all over with adult teeth. Thankfully: Your child’s adult teeth coming in is a different...
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Common Children’s Tooth Injuries that Happen at Home
Almost half of all children will sustain a tooth injury. When kids play, fight, or fall, their risk of tooth injury increases. In other words: They risk damaging a tooth as soon as they’re old enough to start exploring. Keep in mind: Most oral injuries are...
Orthodontics |5 min read
Can Braces Close Gaps in Front Teeth? (A True Story!)
Is your child insecure about their smile? Do they tend to hide their mouth when they’re speaking, laughing, or taking pictures? You should know: your child is not alone. A recent survey… This text opens a new tab to the New York Post website…...
Healthy Summer Snacks for Kids (Approved by Our Pediatric Dentist!)
School’s out for the summer! Now, the question is: What snacks do you give your kid? Most snacks are full of sugar, and we all know that’s not good for cavities (or nap time!). Luckily for you: Our pediatric dentist and team put together this list of healthy...
Children's Dentistry |6 min read
What Kind of Toothpaste Should Kids Use?
Tooth decay is the most common childhood disease. 42%… This text opens a new tab to the research… of children aged 2 to 11 have had dental caries (cavities) in their primary teeth. This, along with other dental-related problems, causes children in the U.S....
Pediatric Dentistry |3 min read
How to Whiten Kids’ Teeth (Safely!)
If your kid has yellow, stained, or discolored teeth, you may want to whiten them. Having white teeth boosts your kid’s self-esteem, which positively ripples into other areas of their life. Whitening toothpaste is a common and easy method used among adults to...