Baby teeth and adult teeth are very different. It is well-known that baby teeth are supposed to fall out and adult teeth are supposed to grow in their place. But there are other, less-commonly known things that we’ll share in this post from Pediatric Dental Center. Baby teeth basics Baby teeth usually come in around…
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What is the Best Way to Fix Overlapping Teeth?
Plenty of individuals have teeth that overlap. While overlapping teeth are not always necessary to fix, an individual’s appearance can be improved by correcting the impairment. What causes overlapping teeth? Overlapping teeth are usually caused by genetics or habits as a child such as thumbsucking. They can also be caused by the mouth being too…
When Should My Child Visit Our Burlington Dentist?
Many parents wonder when they should bring their child in to see us for the first time, at the Pediatric Dental Center. What does the ADA say? The American Dental Association recommends that kids first visit the dentist around their first birthday, a little earlier than some parents may anticipate. Early visits help ensure that…
Infant And Toddler Teeth Care
At Pediatric Dental Center we are committed to the dental health of our young patients, and we remind parents that dental health is a lifelong journey that begins during infanthood. Caring for your baby’s teeth should begin even before they start to come in. To prevent bacteria growth, parents can wash their gums with a…
Kids and the Dentist
Parents should bring their kids into see us at the Pediatric Dental Center as soon as their first tooth comes in, or by their first birthday. After that, we like to have our young patients go on a twice-a-year appointment schedule so we can keep a close eye on their dental health. As children begin…
We Love Patient Referrals!
At The Pediatric Dental Center, many of our new patients come to us on the recommendation of a current patient, or one of their parents. This is, of course, very flattering. It’s important to any dental practice to get new patients, but when they come to us because a current patient is so pleased with…
5 Ways To Help Your Child Avoid A Cracked Tooth
Protecting kids’ teeth from cracks and chips should be taught at a young age. This blog from Pediatric Dental Center contains an easy-to-follow list of tips to keep your child’s teeth whole and strong. Don’t chew on hard things. Kids should steer clear of ice, hard candies, hard nuts, popcorn, and beef jerky. Watch out for stone…
Choosing A Toothbrush For Your Child
Our team at Pediatric Dental Center is often asked how to select the most basic tool of oral hygiene – the toothbrush. Picking a toothbrush can be as hard as choosing a paint color, and there seems to be just as many choices. If you have visited the dental section of your local grocery store…
The Pediatric Dental Center Guide To Dental X-Rays
Don’t know a periapical from a bitewing? Our team of dental artisans at Pediatric Dental Center, certainly do and we’re happy to provide some insight and education about dental X-rays. Afterall, we consider it an honor to serve as a leading pediatric dentist in the Greater Cincinnati area, including Northern Kentucky, Southeast Indiana and Cincinnati.…
Use Five Fingers For Quick And Healthy Flossing
At Pediatric Dental Center, your premier pediatric dentist serving the Greater Cincinnati area, including Northern Kentucky, Southeast Indiana and Cincinnati, we believe in preventative care. Teaching your kids great flossing habits is the key to enjoying a lifetime of healthy, beautiful smiles. Here are five flossing tips that can help promote healthy dental habits: Thumbkin: Thumb…
