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Dental caries, otherwise known as tooth decay or cavities is one of the most severe childhood conditions in the US. According to the National Institute of Health (NIH), they are the second most popular health condition in America. Cavities are holes in the tooth usually caused by factors related to poor dental care and hygiene.Tooth…

Do you know when a pediatric dentist will make a recommendation for kids to have dental sealants placed on their teeth?It is necessary for kids to gently brush their teeth at least twice a day to remove any plaque or tartar buildup. They should also floss at least once a day to take out hidden…

Are you looking for ways to prepare your child for a pediatric dentist visit? Good idea!A pediatric dentist is also called a children’s dentist. You should always take your children under 18 to one of these dentists.Because pediatric dentists have undergone additional dental education, they know exactly what to do when it comes to dealing…

Having a toothache is hard enough when you are an adult: The constant pain and pressure on your nerve endings makes for a difficult day, no matter what is on the agenda. Having a toothache as a child is even worse because you are not always aware what is happening and why, and pain tolerance…

Toothaches can be debilitating for everyone. Located so close to the center of all your senses, toothaches can derail everything. Now, imagine the toothache is happening to a child who does not understand of what is happening and when it will end.You probably do not have to imagine if you are reading this guide, but…

Though children’s first teeth are temporary, that does not mean kids should not visit the dentist at a young age. Dental hygiene is something that should be enforced early on, in order to develop the habits that will lead to healthy teeth for the rest of their lives.The accepted wisdom is that a child should…

Your child’s dental health, especially after they start teething, should never be taken for granted. Pediatric dental care is a guaranteed way of ensuring your child’s oral health and help in preventing cases of dental diseases like tooth decay. Pediatric dental care is necessary for children between the ages of 0 and 18.You should help…

Pediatric dentistry is the branch of dentistry that caters for infants, children, and adolescents. The following are frequently asked questions about pediatric dentistry.You should book an appointment with the dentist immediately after the first tooth erupts. The America Academy of Pediatric Dentistry suggests an appointment at the age of one or six months after the…

Children's dentistry starts very early in life. Children should be taken in for their first visit to the dentist before they reach the age of one. This timeline is according to the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry.Parents are often surprised to find out that children are supposed to be taken to the dentist that early in…

Not only is a root canal for baby teeth sometimes necessary, but it is also one of the most common treatments performed on baby teeth. Root canal treatments are typically performed on a tooth that has been infected. This is usually a result of tooth decay that has made its way into the pulp chamber.Parents…

Thinking that taking care of your child’s baby teeth is not as important as taking care of their permanent teeth? While this is a common misconception many parents have, it is just not factual. Both sets of our teeth play a vital role when it comes to our healthy tooth development and understanding this is…

Are you looking for a pediatric dentist for your child? Great! Taking your child to see a dentist who has the additional years of training that allows them to understand how to take care of younger dental patients is a great idea. When children are young, it can be difficult for you to get them…