The Dental Specialists Pediatric Dentistry Blog

Many parents are under the assumption that since baby teeth are eventually going to fall out, they must not be that important. But did you know that primary teeth play a significant role in your child’s health and development? Your child’s first smile is the foundation of their oral and overall health! Continue reading to learn what primary teeth are, why they matter, and how to care for them properly.

Many well-meaning parents and guardians mistakenly believe that they don’t need to worry about their child developing tooth decay in their primary teeth because they’ll eventually fall out anyway. Unfortunately, nothing could be further from the truth because cavities are contagious.

Decay in their baby teeth can spread to their gums, jawbone, or permanent teeth before they arrive. Continue reading to learn more about the prevalence of tooth decay in still-developing smiles and how to protect your child’s dental well-being.

Most of the time, a baby tooth will simply fall out when it is ready. But in certain cases, it may need to be extracted in order to protect your child’s oral health. Why exactly do some baby teeth need to be removed? How can you make sure your child is ready for the procedure? And how can you help them take care of their mouth afterward? Here are the answers that parents need.

Regular dental appointments may seem frivolous for children. After all, they are going to lose their baby teeth anyway, right? But the truth is, taking your family to the dentist serves a variety of important purposes that go way beyond just cleaning their teeth.

Here’s why regular dental appointments are so beneficial to your child and why teaching them to care for their oral health now will create a lifetime of healthy smiles!

Taking care of your teeth and gums is an important skill for every child to develop, but to do so, some kids may need a little extra encouragement. If you’re ready to teach your little one the value of excellent oral health, here are five important ways you can help make it fun and easy for a lifetime of smiles!

As you watch your child grow, it’s amazing to see how their unique personality and individual identity come together. At some point, they no longer feel like babies or toddlers; they seem more like tiny people in training. Sure, let them enjoy their childhood, but it’s important to take this view of them because unfortunately grown-up problems can still affect them.

For example, your child may require root canal treatment at a young age—even before they receive their first permanent teeth! In this instance, they may need pulpectomy or pulpotomy to hold onto their baby teeth. But what exactly are these procedures, why would a baby tooth need this treatment, and why are they worth protecting? Get the answers here!

The holiday season is all about giving, and what better gift could there be than a healthy smile? Contrary to traditional holiday wisdom, stocking stuffers don’t have to be all candy and sweets! There are plenty of fun, practical, and tooth-friendly options that everyone will love. Keep reading to discover stocking stuffer ideas that bring holiday cheer while keeping your family’s smiles bright and healthy.

With Thanksgiving around the corner, lots of delicious food will come with it! With all that chomping and chewing, it’s very important to protect your dental health. Today, you have well-made toothbrushes and floss to take care of all that. But have you ever wondered what it would be like to brush your teeth after the first Thanksgiving ever? Continue reading to see how pilgrims and Native Americans cared for their teeth and kept their smiles healthy!

As the year is coming to an end, there is a lot to look forward to! However, you may also have a long to-do list of tasks to complete before the holidays roll around. If your family has a dental insurance plan, you should add your child’s next dental visit to the list. By addressing issues before January, you can set your child’s smile up for success in the new year while maximizing your benefits. Continue reading to learn what benefits you could be missing out on if you put off your child’s visit.

With October just around the corner, many families are gearing up for their favorite fall festivities. Whether you’re planning on taking your children to a fair to enjoy hayrides or are helping them put together the perfect costume for trick-or-treating, there’s plenty to look forward to. And what autumnal celebration would be complete without candy?

Unfortunately, consuming copious amounts of sugar can harm your little one’s dental health, but that doesn’t necessarily mean that you must cut it out of their diet altogether. Keep reading to learn about three tips that encourage them to enjoy the season while minimizing potential oral harm!