Today’s article provides specifics about some of the newest types of braces for kids. Two proprietary orthodontic systems advertised in the Cincinnati area are Invisalign and Damon Smiles. Damon Smiles has created a new device used with the traditional method while Invisalign takes an entirely new approach. With old-school metal braces, the wires are connected to…
Dentistry for Children
Help For Kids With Bite Problems
When the upper part of the jaw and the lower part of the jaw are not the same sizes, it often leads to biting problems. Overbites and Underbites When the lower jaw is smaller than the upper jaw, it is called an overbite. When the reverse is true, it is called an underbite. Crossbites Another…
Helping Nervous Kids At Pediatric Dental Center
Dental anxiety and the more severe dental phobia affect many Burlington children. Today’s post answers some questions asked about this important topic. What are the long-term consequences of dental anxiety and dental phobia? The most detrimental consequence is when a patient delays dental care until the pain becomes excruciating. At this point, the trouble is…
Children’s Dental Restorations
There is more than one way to fix a child’s tooth. Whether it’s decay or a crack, we have a restoration option. Today’s article looks at three pediatric tooth restoration procedures we provide to repair a damaged tooth: 1. Dental Bonding Bonding, officially called direct composite veneers, is used to repair chips, cracks, stains, and…
Why Your Child Needs Pediatric Dental Cleanings
In today’s post, we examine children’s dental cleanings. Does your child need a professional dental cleaning if you practice dental hygiene at home? Short answer? Yes. Let’s review it. Both activities are important. They reinforce each other. They work in tandem to protect your youngster’s smile as they grow. Eric Soper encourages patients to practice…
Hidden Sugar in Burlington Kids’ Snacks
Many children consume far too much sugar. This is reflected in the high rates of tooth decay seen in dental offices across the country, including Pediatric Dental Center. In this post we’ll remind you what sugar does to teeth, and what you can do about it. First, though, it’s important to realize how much hidden…
Is The Humble Toothbrush Obsolete?
Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At The Pediatric Dental Center, we assure parents everywhere that the answer is no. When it comes to maintaining your dental health, and your children’s, an old school manual toothbrush is up to the task. “Wait a…
Good Dental Health!
Good dental health begins with daily brushing and flossing, and at Pediatric Dental Center we remind parents that a lifetime of good dental health begins during childhood. Children should brush their teeth twice a day, just like grownups. They’re going to need help until they’re about five years old. Before that most kids don’t have…
How Old Should Your Child Be To See The Dentist?
How old should your youngster be before the first dental checkup? Parents should bring their kids into see us at Pediatric Dental Center as soon as their first tooth comes in, or by their first birthday. As children begin their lifelong journey of dental health, we start keeping meticulous records of their development, including the…
Prevent Cavities In Kids!
Keeping toddlers safe and healthy is an ongoing thing. You clip them snuggly in their car seats, kid-proof your medicine cabinet, and take them to the doctor. At Pediatric Dental Center we specialize in children’s dentistry. Too often, we fall into the trap of thinking tooth decay happens because we don’t brush and floss often…
