Kids and cavities seem to go together like . . . well, like kids and candy, right? In all seriousness, it’s hard to prevent cavities in your kids’ teeth. From keeping your kids on a good oral health routine to making sure they don’t eat too much candy, it can be an uphill battle at times. That’s where we come... read more »
Are you looking for a healthier way to strengthen your teeth? Did you know that there is a way to improve your tooth enamel and make your teeth strong? Fluoride is an effective form of treatment that can help protect your child's teeth from damage and harm. Our pediatric dentists, Dr. Sunil Ilapogu, cares about your child’s oral health and... read more »
As parents, we all want our children to be healthy and that includes dental health. Applying sealants may protect teeth from decay, they work by smoothing out natural pits and fissures in the teeth. They help protect teeth from plaque and acids that can damage tooth enamel. Early Application Having sealants applied soon after your child’s permanent molars erupt is... read more »
Our pediatric dentistss and team want your child to have strong and healthy teeth and gums. If your child is a tennis player just starting the tennis season, it’s important to keep his or her smile in mind while he or she practices and competes. This is because there are tennis behaviors that can negatively affect the oral health. If... read more »
If you have questions about your child’s first dental appointment, then you likely feel uneasy and unprepared. The unknown can be scary! But, there is no need to worry. Your child’s first dental appointment isn’t something to worry about. To help you find the answers you need so you can know more about the appointment, our pediatric dental specialists are... read more »
A good habit to teach your kids is brushing their teeth. It is not an easy thing to teach, but we will try to provide some ideas to help make such a task enjoyable as well as instructive. However, we need to cover proper brushing first. You should start by holding the brush at a 45-degree angle from the gums,... read more »
Unfortunately, there are many things that can harm your teen’s smile, like bacteria, sugar, and acid. If you and your teen are not careful, the teeth and gums can suffer the consequences, like cavities, gum disease, broken braces, and enamel erosion. This can lead to many problems and treatments. To help you help your teen care for their smile, our... read more »
Baby teeth, despite what you may believe, are very important to the health of an individual, both when they are a child and as they grow into an adult. What have you heard of about baby teeth? Learn a tiny bit more by reading this post we’ve amassed, and do all you can to help your child to keep their... read more »
In some ways, it may seem ridiculous to speak about how you’ll tell when your child is teething. You’ll understand the signs right away, and everyone within earshot will too; the baby’s not exactly going to be silent about it. But it’s best to be prepared to assist your child right away so that you can keep the tears to... read more »
Do you want your child to have a strong and healthy smile? If so, there are things you can do regularly to keep their teeth and gums in tip-top shape. Our pediatric dentists are happy to tell you all about those things because they also wants your child to have the top-notch smile they deserve. It’s best to: -Keep them... read more »
