Children's Dentistry


How Sealants Shield Teeth From Decay

​For anyone who wants to take extra precautions to protect their smile, sealants can provide the protection boost your enamel needs! What Is a Sealant? A sealant is a protective …

February Is National Children’s Dental Health Month

February is here, with all its Valentine’s hearts and candy, but many people aren’t aware that this month is also National Children’s Dental Health Month. The American Academy of Pediatric …

Is Fluoride Toothpaste Safe for Toddlers?

​Is fluoride safe for toddlers? Many parents have this and similar questions on their mind when thinking about their children’s oral health. But there’s no straight answer to the question …

Dealing With Braces Pain: 7 Tips for Relief

​In your quest for a beautiful, bright and healthy smile, you might end up needing to invest in braces to straighten teeth and achieve those #smilegoals. This is a smart …

Skip the Energy and Electrolyte Drinks

It’s a common sight to see: a group of young soccer players come off the field after a game and a parent is waiting on the side lines with a …

10 Signs It’s Time to See an Orthodontist

​There really is no set age for a child to start seeing an orthodontist. That said, most orthodontists would recommend that kids make their first visit around age 6 to …

Sometimes Less Is More

​When it comes to antibiotics, less is more. Countless research has been done studying the effects of antibiotics both short term and long term, and we know that the use …

Keep Teeth Healthy This School Year

​It’s August and back-to-school season is in full swing across the nation. Everyone is filling their shopping carts with markers, pencils and new backpacks. Parents are taking children to get …

Is Childhood Snoring a Sign of Something Serious?

The snoring habits of middle-aged men have been the subject of sitcoms and comedy skits for decades. In fact it may seem like adult males are the only ones who …

Could a Focus on Dental Health Help with Childhood Obesity?

Concern surrounding the weight of America’s children is nothing new. However, a thesis by a graduate student in Sweden could provide a new insight into how to overcome the ever-rising …