Category: Pediatric Dentistry

Treating Your Child’s Cavities

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Adopting healthy habits is an important part of a child’s development. When it comes to their smiles, learning to properly brush and floss their teeth goes a long way toward preventing tooth decay. But because little hands are still mastering their hygienic skills, cavities can form from time to time. By taking your child to… Read more »

Preparing Your Child For A New School Year

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Your children will soon be heading back to school! You’ll be getting them ready by buying new supplies, but don’t forget about their smiles. A back-to-school checkup from your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist can help your little ones start class with healthy and shining smiles!

The Warning Signs Of A Cavity

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When your child has a toothache, don’t ignore this pain in your smile. Instead, talk to our team and schedule a consultation. Your little one may have a cavity that needs treatment before the tooth becomes infected or abscessed! In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist looks at the warning signs of… Read more »

Treating Tooth Decay In Children

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By teaching your child the importance of oral hygiene, they can practice their brushing and flossing skills to maintain a healthy smile. To complement these practices, you should schedule regular dental checkups to receive professional cleanings and an examination of their daily efforts. Because kids are still mastering their at-home care, these routine visits help… Read more »

We Provide Dental Services For Young Children

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Learning habits to best protect your smile begins in early childhood. This is because kids, just like their parents, are susceptible to the tooth-eroding effects of oral plaque. By scheduling your child’s first dental appointments, you provide the opportunity for them to learn the importance of brushing and flossing from a professional. These visits allow… Read more »

We Can Remove A Child’s Tooth Infection

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Every parent hates to see their child in pain. When your son or daughter wakes up with a constant toothache, we can help you provide the relief they need. By scheduling an emergency appointment, we can inspect their tooth to determine if an infection is present. When this is the case, we can perform an… Read more »

Removing A Child’s Cavity And Placing A Dental Filling

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By teaching your children the importance of oral hygiene, they can begin to enjoy a healthy smile that lasts a lifetime. While brushing and flossing each day is critical to maintaining the strength of their teeth, it is still capable for children to experience cavities. By taking your son or daughter to semiannual checkups, you… Read more »

Give Your Child A Positive Dental Foundation

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Just like you do, your little one needs to see the dentist from time to time for a routine pediatric cleaning and examination in the office. For most children, these visits need to happen every six months at the very latest, and some smiles need an accelerated schedule due to certain genetic factors. Talk to… Read more »

Capping A Child’s Tooth

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The goal of children’s dentistry is to help your son or daughter develop a healthy smile as they grow into adolescence. By teaching them the skills to take care of their smile at home, we hope to prevent decay from damaging their teeth. But even with the best intentions, your child can develop a cavity… Read more »