In the early years of life, good dental health is essential for your children. Tooth decay is a common problem among young children, and it can lead to more serious issues if not properly addressed. Fortunately, there are many steps you can take as a parent to ensure your child’s teeth remain healthy and strong.…
Cavities in Children
Dental Care for Your Little One: Starting Early and Staying Regular
Taking care of your child’s teeth is a vital part of their overall health. It’s important to start dental care early, as it helps your child establish healthy habits that will last into adulthood. Here are the basics on pediatric dentistry and why it’s so important. When Should Kids Start Seeing the Dentist? The American…
The Importance of Early Pediatric Dental Care
When it comes to your child’s dental health, it’s important to start early and stay consistent with their routine care. Starting regular pediatric dental care at an early age can help children develop healthy oral habits that will last a lifetime. Why is Early Pediatric Dental Care Important? Pediatric dentists recommend that parents begin taking…
Pediatric Dental Excellence In Burlington
At Pediatric Dental Center we are committed to excellence in pediatric dentistry. Sometimes parents fall into the trap of thinking cavities happen because they don’t brush and floss their children’s teeth enough. Unforunately it is more complicated than that. Tooth decay can begin with that very first tooth, which is one reason why it’s so…
Prevent Tooth Decay in Kids!
Even though they’re going to fall out sooner or later, children’s first set of teeth are important and should be cared for as diligently as adult teeth. We specialize in early dental care at Pediatric Dental Center. Perhaps not surprisingly, the single most common problem in children’s teeth are cavities. According to one study, sixty…
3 Cavity Fighters For Kids
Most parents know the basics of children’s dental health: brush regularly, reduce sugar intake, limit snacking, and get enough calcium and Vitamin D. At Pediatric Dental Center we recommend three additional tools for preventing cavities in youngsters: Sealants Fluoride supplements Oral rinses Dental sealants are applied to the chewing surfaces of the molars, where they…
Those Baby Teeth Are A Big Deal
This post from Pediatric Dental Center focuses on baby teeth. New parents sometimes wonder: why take care of them when they’re just going to fall out and go to the tooth fairy? It’s a good question with an even better answer. Parents should never feel like they are wasting their time taking care of their…
How Nutrition Can Help Prevent Children’s Dental Decay
Teeth are meant to last a lifetime and a healthy smile is important to self-esteem. The good news is you can protect your child from developing tooth decay, a disease that damages and breaks down teeth. Your child can have a lifelong healthy smile by routinely following these steps: Proper at-home care includes brushing and…
Childhood Tooth Decay is Widespread in Kentucky. But it Doesn’t Have To Be
Many childhood diseases have been eradicated, but at Pediatric Dental Center we’re sorry to report that tooth decay is still too common. This is from the CDC: Cavities (also known as caries or tooth decay) are one of the most common chronic diseases of childhood in the United States. Untreated cavities can cause pain and…
Prevent Tooth Decay in Kids!
Even though they’re going to fall out sooner or later, children’s first set of teeth are important and should be cared for as diligently as adult teeth. We specialize in early dental care at Pediatric Dental Care. Perhaps not surprisingly, the single most common problem in children’s teeth is cavities. According to one study, sixty…
