Category: Children’s Dentistry

During the summer, kids are free from school and also, free from their usual routines. As a result, some habits, such as brushing and flossing, can fall to the wayside. In today’s blog, we would like to talk about ways to help your kids stay on schedule and maintain good oral hygiene throughout the summer… Read more »

Just like you, your little ones need to have their teeth brushed and flossed daily. Otherwise, decay and other oral health issues can lead to discomfort and serious complications. In today’s blog, we’re going to discuss the proper ways for kids to brush and floss, as well as ways to make caring for smiles fun.

While most parents understand that a routine exam is good for little smiles, some seem surprised that we also recommend cleanings. However, since plaque can form on teeth in both kids and adults, a cleaning is necessary for patients of all ages. Otherwise, there is an increased risk of oral health problems.

While we can use fillings to treat decay in children, we would much rather help them avoid the problem altogether. One option for safeguarding little smiles against cavities is a dental sealant. We can use a dental sealant to help prevent decay from forming in your child’s smile.

Each year, our team is proud to take part in the American Dental Association’s Give Kids A Smile Day. For one day, we provide free preventive care for children ages 12 and under. On February 23rd, we’ll be helping children in need of dental care from our Richardson office. Find out more about this event… Read more »

February is National Children’s Dental Health Month! We, along with dental professionals from across the country, use this time to spread the word about the importance of routine care for keeping smiles healthy. We’re also participating in Give Kids A Smile Day as part of National Children’s Dental Health Month.

Each year, our team is proud to take part in American Dental Association’s Give Kids A Smile event! We have a day where we provide free preventive care to children in our community. In today’s blog, we’re going to talk a little more about our annual event and what you can do to save a… Read more »

Often, when we break the news about a cavity, a child or parent quickly chimes in saying, “But I brush twice a day!” Yes, brushing twice a day is important, but brushing twice day CORRECTLY is even more important. In today’s blog, we’re going to look at the correct way for kids to brush their… Read more »

Most parents recognize that teaching their children to care for their teeth at home is essential for the good of their long-term oral health. However, along with good dental hygiene skills, children also need routine care from their dentist to keep their young smiles healthy well into adulthood. Today, we answer a few common questions… Read more »

In just a couple weeks, children across the country will be donning costumes and going door-to-door to collect candy. While we all enjoy the sights and sounds of Halloween, we also recognize that candy can lead to a greater risk of tooth decay. Fortunately, there are a few steps you can take to create a… Read more »