Good dental care habits are as important for kids as they are for grownups. That means daily brushing and flossing and regular trips to the dentist. At Pediatric Dental Center we welcome young patients. Your little ones should see the dentist for that very first checkup no later than their first birthday. It should be…
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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…
The Manual Toothbrush: Still Essential
Are manual toothbrushes obsolete? Would you believe people have been asking that question for more than fifty years? At name of the practice, 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 minute,”…
Some Common Children’s Dental Issues
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…
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…
