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Thumb-sucking and pacifier use are common self-soothing habits among infants and toddlers. These behaviors provide comfort, help children fall asleep, and ease anxiety. While thumb-sucking and pacifiers are perfectly normal in the early years, many parents wonder: At what point do these habits become harmful...
Summer means sunshine, pool time, sweet treats, and lots of outdoor fun. But while kids enjoy their vacation, their teeth can be at risk. As a pediatric dentist, We often see an increase in cavities, gum-disease and even chipped teeth during this season. That’s why it’s...
Baby teeth, also known as primary teeth, play a crucial role in a child's early development. Although they eventually fall out, they serve several important functions including speech development, chewing and nutrition, guiding permanent teeth and boosting confidence. Neglecting baby teeth can lead to complications...
Dental anxiety and fear regarding dentist visits are not uncommon. In fact, according to a 2021 study, about 36% of people in America have anxiety or fear of dental treatment, and 12% have an extreme fear. So, it is no surprise that children often have...
Ensuring the optimal oral health of your child is a responsibility that begins early in their development. As parents, we understand the importance of instilling good dental habits from the start, but a crucial aspect of this journey is choosing the right pediatric dental specialist....
Caring for a child’s primary teeth not only helps prevent decay and disease that can damage secondary teeth, but early care can also help build good habits that will stick with your child throughout their life. Getting your child to brush and floss his/her teeth...
Typically, baby’s teeth will begin to come in around 6 months of age. Sometimes also called primary teeth, the initial baby’s teeth help the mouth get ready for kid’s permanent teeth. Primary teeth are great not just for cute baby smiles, but they also have...
Why do we grow baby teeth? Our teeth provide multiple functions. There is so much more to teeth than just helping us chew our food, despite what some people may believe. As our jaws expand and grow, baby teeth serve as a temporary replacement for our...
There are many things about our teeth we don't know! Generally, we don't think anything special about our teeth, right? They are just there, and they help us chew. However, there are many interesting facts about our teeth that we really don't know or perhaps don't...
When your child’s teeth appear you probably reach out for your camera to capture their adorable smiles. Baby teeth are cute like little, white pearls! They not only help your child chew, smile, and speak clearly but also give the face it’s form. They also...