Your small children’s teeth are relatively new, but they can end up with some of the same dental issues as their parents and other adults. Parents’ quick responses to any developing symptoms will save time, money and any unnecessary pain. Some dentists are specially trained to manage unique pediatric dental issues which include young and…
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3 Vital Reasons to Floss Regularly
Are you an avid flosser? Many of us periodically skip this necessary habit. Studies show that around 68% of men and women report flossing at least once a week while 20% say they actually never floss. Skipping the daily flossing routine can have devastating consequences on your overall dental health and result in pricey dental…
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…
Affordable Teeth Whitening?
If you are like most web users, you have probably noticed the multitude of ads for ‘free teeth whitening kits’. Some show a ‘real Crestview Hills mom’ who discovered a ‘tooth whitening secret’. Others assure you that their system is the one that ‘Carrollton dentists don’t want you to know about’. Many contain a link…
Raise Your Dental IQ
Small things can raise your Dental IQ and benefit your smile. One simple lesson involves bacteria, and everyone’s mouth has a lot of it. But, don’t worry, bacteria per se isn’t the problem. Dental problems occur for patients when the balance of bacteria becomes unhealthy. This is where brushing and flossing come into play. Brush…
Has Your Smile Lost Its Luster?
Hello Burlington! Has your smile lost its luster? Are your teeth discolored? If flashing a pearly white smile is important to you, I can help. My name is Eric Soper and I have been creating whiter, brighter smiles for patients in the Burlington area since 2004 at Pediatric Dental Center. Whether your teeth have been…
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…
Beautiful Teeth Without Breaking The Bank
At Pediatric Dental Center in Burlington, our smile makeover patients believe that life-changing cosmetic dentistry is a beneficial investment. Indeed, for most people, the value of a healthy, attractive smile cannot be measured in dollars. We recognize, however, that cosmetic dentistry is not cheap. Do you have to spend thousands of dollars to improve your…
Dental Breakthroughs On The Horizon
At Pediatric Dental Center, we use the latest validated dental technology to provide our patients with quality pediatric dentistry. In addition, we keep tabs on the most current dental research that is driving the industry forward. As your child grows, they will see many exciting advancements in dentistry. Here are some of the intriguing dental technologies…
Is Tooth Decay Contagious?
Your mouth has a thriving community of bacteria. There are from 200-300 types. But relatively few cause tooth decay. Bacteria that cause decay are in the mutans streptococcus family. The bacteria mix with sugar. This mixture creates a powerful acid. The acid reduces the calcium in tooth enamel. When the bacteria persists on teeth, it…
