Category: Pediatric Dentistry

You may have heard your child’s pediatric dentist mention zirconia crowns. They are frequently used as an option for restoring a chipped tooth or helping a tooth recover from decay. Zirconia crowns provide a durable and aesthetically-pleasing option for addressing these sorts of issues in teeth, including primary teeth in children. Keep reading to learn… Continue reading 5 Things You Didn’t Know About Zirconia Crowns

As your children reach the age of six, they will encounter one of childhood’s many milestones: losing their first tooth. They may be curious, scared, or brave when they discover their first loose tooth.  No matter their reaction, you might be tempted to help them with the wiggling and the eventual tooth removal. However, there… Continue reading The Right and Wrong Way to Help a Loose Tooth

Throughout childhood, it’s important that kids routinely visit the dentist. If you’re the parent of a child with special needs, you may be hesitant to schedule office visits. However, special needs children may have habits that can affect their teeth, and regular dental examinations are especially critical for their overall health.  Fortunately, quality child dentistry… Continue reading Special Needs Children Can Enjoy Their Dentist Visit, Too

Teaching your kids about oral health is the key to a lifetime of overall wellness. Proper oral hygiene benefits the systems of the body in many ways, from cardiac health to dementia. Preventing bacterial growth in the mouth stops gum disease in its tracks. When you prioritize oral health for kids, you provide them with… Continue reading 4 Things Parents Should Teach Kids About Oral Health