Category: Children’s Dentistry

Can You Make Dental Care Fun For Children?

Like you, your children need to take good care of their smiles. After all, they are just as susceptible to tooth decay and dental infection as an adult. But are there ways to make dental care fun for children? We believe parents and yes, even the dentist, can work together to make children’s dental care… Read more »

5 Steps For Helping Kids Avoid Cavities

Children, even toddlers and babies, are susceptible to the onset of tooth decay. Just as with adults, lack of treatment can mean serious discomfort and the risk of premature tooth loss due to infection. Fortunately, there are steps you can take to help your kids avoid cavities!

How To Protect Little Smiles Over Summer Break

For many communities, summer break begins at the end of next week or the week after. Then, your little ones will be home for a lengthy break! A sudden lack of responsibility and homework can be cause for celebration, and for many kids, a chance to indulge their sweet tooth. Fortunately, there are steps you… Read more »

Can Easter Candy Lead To Cavities?

This weekend, many of our patients will be celebrating the Easter holiday. Which means our youngest patients will hunt eggs and receive baskets of sugary goodies. While the occasional piece of candy or chocolate is okay, too much can increase the risk of tooth decay. Can Easter candy really lead to cavities? What can we… Read more »

Viva Dental Will Help Give Kids A Smile In February

Each year, we take part in an American Dental Association event called “Give Kids A Smile”. This event allows our team to provide children in the community with preventive care free of charge at our Richardson office. Keep reading to find out more and give us a call to hold your place!

Quiz: How To Help Kids Maintain Healthier Smiles

As a parent, you want to make sure your kids stay healthy, which includes keeping their smiles bright and free of oral health concerns. How do we help kids maintain healthier smiles? With a preventive approach both at home and at the dentist, you can help your little ones avoid tooth decay and other oral… Read more »

Protecting Little Smiles During The Holidays

With the holiday season coming up, you and your family are going to be tempted by a number of foods high in sugar and other starches. Without preventive care, you may be more likely to develop cavities. What can you do to protect your children’s smiles during the holidays? What preventive treatments can we offer?

5 Reasons Kids Need Children’s Dentistry

When was the last time you brought your little one to the office? Just like you, kids need to see the dentist for routine checkups, cleanings, and to address any discomfort they may be feeling. Otherwise, their oral health, and sometimes overall health, can suffer. There are a number of reasons why kids need children’s… Read more »

Preparing Kids For The School Year

We’re almost a week into August, which means for children across the nation school is about to start. As a parent, you have a lot of preparation, picking up supplies and new clothes before the first day. We want to remind parents that now is a great time to visit the dentist. We want to… Read more »

Schedule Your Kids A Summer Visit

Summer is a great time to schedule your kids a visit. They can see the dentist for routine exams and cleaning. Kids can also have issues treated before school starts. Why wait and have to worry about their visits conflicting with school or after-school activities? There are a number of reasons to make sure your… Read more »