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…
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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…
3 Behind-The-Scenes Dental Advances For Kentucky
Today’s <~URVArticle~ focuses on some nifty dentistry advances that are used behind the scenes to benefit Burlington dentists and dental patients alike. Digital imaging is not just for Instagram, Tumblr, and Pinterest, many cutting-edge Kentucky dental offices use digital X-Rays. Realtime digital images help Cincinnati dentists more easily spot and treat oral problems including emerging…
Is My Child Too Young For Braces?
It can be difficult to know when your youngster might need braces to straighten their teeth, especially because teeth can fall out over a period of years. Oftentimes, not all adult teeth will grow straight and braces will be required to adjust them properly. The ideal time period for your child to get braces is…
Dispelling 6 Common Misconceptions About Wisdom Teeth
What are wisdom teeth? Wisdom teeth are the last set of molars in the back of the mouth. It is ordinarily the case that there is not enough room in the mouth for wisdom teeth to develop correctly. When is the right time to get your wisdom teeth removed? First off, it is essential to…
Damon Smiles, Invisalign, Ceramic, And Lingual Braces
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…
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…
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…
