If my son or daughter has a gaps between their baby teeth, should I be worried? Young children have gaps temporarily as their baby teeth gradually fall out and permanent teeth gradually come in. Having gaps in baby teeth doesn’t necessarily mean your child will have gaps in their permanent teeth. However, it’s essential to…
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Your Child’s Dental Check-up Schedule

For most people, it’s best to have a dental checkup every six months. That applies to adults and children alike. In some cases, however, we want to see a patient more often, at Pediatric Dental Center. If your child has an increased risk for dental problems, we advise you to bring them in every four…
Protect Burlington Kids’ Teeth With Custom Mouthguards

At Pediatric Dental Center we see many Burlington children and teens with serious mouth and tooth injuries that could have been prevented had they been wearing a mouthguard. When a tooth is knocked out or broken, speaking, eating, and smiling can become very difficult. I am Eric Soper and I recommend that Burlington parents encourage…
Ouch! Are Your Teeth Sensitive?

For those of you in the Cincinnati area who feel pain when you sip your morning coffee or who cringe each time you brush or floss, Pediatric Dental Center is here for you. Doctor Eric Soper has been treating this common dilemma since 2004. The first line of defense against tooth sensitivity is proper oral…
How Do You Measure Dental Success?

How do you measure “dental success?” A check-up with no cavities? A perfect smile? A crown that looks as natural as the surrounding teeth? It could mean all those things and many more. For a child, dental success could be defined as a childhood free of cavities, learning daily dental hygiene practices, and gaining an…
3 Problems Which May Require A Root Canal

Hello, let’s talk about the root canal procedure (‘endodontic therapy’ in dentist-speak). The root canal often strikes fear in dental patients. It is important that dental patients know what is happening during this anxiety-inducing, though routine, procedure. At the center of each tooth is a very small tissue called the pulp. The thread-like tissue can…
Making The Cost of Dental Treatment Palatable

A healthy smile is priceless. Quality pediatric dental care is a beneficial investment in your son or daughter. We understand, however, that the cost for treatment can sometimes be prohibitive. Knowing what to expect price-wise can make your dental visit more palatable. Obviously, the cost of some treatments such as crowns versus fillings is dependent…
Is Your Child Protected?

There are no exact numbers, but it’s estimated that every single year, three million kids have one or more of their teeth knocked out while playing sports. Some of them end up at here, at the Pediatric Dental Center, for treatment. Most kids love playing sports, and that’s a good thing: it gets them lots…
When Something’s Gotta Give, Don’t Let It Be Your Child’s Oral Health

Life is chaotic for many of us. There never seem to be enough hours in the day! Too many important things end up on the back burner, but at Pediatric Dental Center we remind you not to neglect dental care for your child. Here are some common dental care shortcuts. Do any of them sound familiar?…
It’s a Good Time to Strengthen Your Child’s Immune System

This message from Pediatraic Dental Center is about dental health and your child’s immune system. Poor dental health can weaken the immune system. Oral bacteria is linked to a variety of serious health conditions. It also makes it difficult for the body to resist seasonal colds and influenza. If your child eats a healthy diet,…