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Pediatric Dentistry

Why Are Baby Teeth Important?

The initial growth period for primary teeth begins in the second trimester of pregnancy (around 16-20 weeks). During this time, it is especially important for expectant mothers to eat a healthy,...

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How Xylitol Prevent Cavities?

How xylitol Prevents Tooth decay Tooth decay is a common, yet preventable childhood problem. Left untreated, cavities in primary (baby) and permanent (adult) teeth become painful and negatively...

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When Will My Baby Start Getting Teeth?

When Should Children Have Their First Dental Visit? The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) suggests that parents should make an initial “well-baby” appointment with a pediatric dentist...

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Eruption of Primary Teeth

Eruption of Your Child’s Teeth The eruption of primary teeth (also known as deciduous or baby teeth) follows a similar developmental timeline for most children. A full set of primary teeth begins to...

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The Best Toothpaste for My Child?

What’s the Best Toothpaste for My Child? Evaluating the many brands of oral products claiming to be “best for children” can be an overwhelming task. Selecting an appropriately sized toothbrush and a...

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What is Pulp Therapy?

What is Pulp Therapy? The “pulp” of a tooth cannot be seen with the naked eye. Pulp is found at the center of each tooth, and is comprised of nerves, tissue, and many blood vessels, which work to...

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Sippy Cups and Toddler Tooth Decay

Sippy Cups?Many pediatric dentists believe that frequent, prolonged sippy cup use contributes to toddler tooth decay. Sippy cups are an excellent tool to help ease the transition between baby...

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Perinatal Oral care & Infant Oral Health

Perinatal and Infant Oral HealthPregnancy is an exciting time. It is also a crucially important time for the unborn child’s oral and overall health. The “perinatal” period begins approximately 20-28...

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Baby Bottle Tooth Decay

Baby Bottle Tooth Decay Maintaining the health of primary (baby) teeth is exceptionally important. Although baby teeth will eventually be replaced, they fulfill several crucial functions in the...

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How to Prevent Childhood Cavities

How to stop your kids getting cavities Childhood cavities, also known as childhood tooth decay and childhood caries, are common in children all over the world. There are two main causes of cavities:...

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Children With a Well-Balanced Diet

Good Diet Leads To Healthier TeethA child’s general level of health often dictates his or her oral health, and vice versa. Therefore, supplying children with a well-balanced diet is more likely to...

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Grinding Teeth

Bruxism Bruxism, or the grinding of teeth, is remarkably common in children and adults. For some children, this tooth grinding is limited to daytime hours, but nighttime grinding (during sleep) is...

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Pediatric Oral Care

Caring for Your Child’s TeethPediatric oral care has two main components: preventative care at the pediatric dentist’s office and preventative care at home. Though infant and toddler caries...

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