Category: Pediatric Dentistry

The Benefits Of Digital X-Rays

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Whether we’re seeing kids or adults, we always start the treatment process with a detailed examination, so we can conduct a diagnosis with precision. To ensure accuracy during the diagnostic process and when planning treatment, we employ digital imaging technology. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about the benefits of… Read more »

What Happens When A Tooth Is Lost Too Soon?

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When a tooth develops a severe cavity or infection, or when a serious injury arises, teeth can become lost too soon. Premature tooth loss then leads to serious consequences, including a higher risk of dental misalignment. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about what happens when a tooth is lost… Read more »

When Small Teeth Require Full Restorations

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If your child has cracked or chipped a tooth, or complains about persistent pain in one, then restoration may be needed. A full restoration, also known as a dental crown, can help protect little smiles. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we place full restorations in little smiles!

Do Children Ever Need A Root Canal?

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If an adult sees a dentist for an infected tooth, they will likely offer relief with a root canal procedure. But what about when a child has a dental infection? When this happens, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist could offer relief for little smiles with a root canal alternative known as a pulpotomy.

How Fluoride Keeps Children’s Teeth Strong

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Have you ever heard of fluoride? This unique and naturally-occurring mineral has been shown to strengthen tooth enamel and help keep kids free of tooth decay. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we protect smiles of all ages from cavities with fluoride treatments.

Dental Sealants Lower The Risk Of Cavities

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We want to help kids avoid cavities, and to do so we can offer preventive treatments. In fact, with one option we could safeguard the teeth for up to ten years! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about lowering the risk of cavities for years to come with dental sealants.

Treating Your Family’s Smiles With Advanced Technology

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Our team wants to offer dental and orthodontic treatment for our child and adult patients with precision, which is why we implement advanced digital technology. From digital x-rays to the iTero® intraoral scanner, we can help you obtain treatment with accuracy and comfort. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about… Read more »

Helping Kids With Our Lifelike Crowns

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By placing a dental crown, we can help repair issues too severe for a filling and protect your children from painful symptoms. We also use lifelike materials so the results blend with your child’s smile! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about treatment with our lifelike crowns.

How We Place Natural-Looking Fillings

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Our team knows that when a child complains about a toothache for more than a day or two, there is likely a cavity. With a dental filling, we can offer a safe and biocompatible method of treating tooth decay and keeping smiles intact. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about… Read more »

Treating Your Child’s Infection With A Pulpotomy

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When we see a child with a cavity, we can offer treatment with a dental filling. But what if a child has an infected tooth? Instead of a traditional root canal, we can offer a conservative alternative with a pulpotomy. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we provide… Read more »