As their primary caregiver, one of the most important aspects of bringing your child in for their first dental visit is learning how best to care for their teeth. We are happy to show you how to clean their mouth daily and answer any questions or concerns you may have about their oral hygiene. We can also spot check for... read more »
Bringing your child in for their first dental visit early in their life is so they get used to being in a dental office and won’t get nervous. Once your child is older than two, depending on their temperament and personality, they might experience anxiety at the different sights and sounds. At this age, the goal of the first visit... read more »
Has your child begun to show signs of thumb-sucking? Thumb sucking is a condition in which your child begins with suck their thumb. Due to the fact that it can disrupt the proper growth and alignment of teeth, the bad habit will need to be eradicated through various techniques. For additional help with breaking thumb sucking in children, visit our... read more »
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 »
