Tooth decay impacts smiles of all ages, including babies and toddlers. But with a unique preventive treatment option, we can help limit the risk of cavities in little smiles. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist wants to safeguard smiles with dental sealants, which can last up to ten years.
Every six months, we want kids ages two and older to undergo a routine checkup and clearing visit. These may seem like minor appointments, but they are actually key to good oral health and staying free of cavities and gingivitis. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talk about how we help… Read more »
In our last blog, we took a close look at the first phase of orthodontic treatment, which we start for kids as young as age seven. But what about the second phase, the one we recommend for teens or even adults starting treatment. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about… Read more »
If your child has a cavity too severe for a dental filling, then we could offer relief and restoration with a dental crown. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist will explain how we create and place custom crowns for children, and for adults too!
Sometimes, a child develops a cavity in a baby tooth, and parents assume treatment isn’t necessary since the tooth is going to fall out anyway. However, this line of thinking could lead to serious discomfort, infection, and even misalignment! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about treating baby teeth with… Read more »
You know how important it is to teach your kid great oral healthcare habits. From brushing twice a day to flossing to taking them in for checkups and cleanings, helping them maintain a healthy smile is essential. It is also crucial to help them avoid bad habits that are seemingly fine but can actually harm… Read more »
One of the best things you can do for your child’s oral health is to teach them great habits from an early age. From regularly bringing them to the dentist to making sure they brush daily, you are setting them up for ongoing success. It is also crucial to utilize any tools at your disposal… Read more »
When was the last time your child saw a dentist for a checkup and cleaning visit? Just like adults, kids need to undergo routine visits twice a year, starting at around age two. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how these visits help kids of all ages enjoy better… Read more »
When a child has a chipped tooth, or a more severe case of tooth decay, then a filling may not be enough to repair it. To help improve the function and beauty of your child’s smile, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist could provide a custom-made dental crown. We can even use lifelike dental… Read more »
When your child develops a painful cavity, we want to not only offer relief, but a restoration that looks natural too. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, dentist explains how our composite resin dental fillings offer a lifelike and durable solution to most cases of tooth decay, and in only one visit.
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