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 »
Cavities and dental infection can occur when the outer enamel that protects the tooth is worn down due to poor oral hygiene. But to help kids and adults alike avoid cavities, we can offer treatment to strengthen the enamel. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we help strengthen… Read more »
We know the risk that cavities pose for kids of all ages, from babies and toddlers to teens. Which is why we offer preventive treatment to help lower the risk of cavities. In today’s blog, your Shirley, NY, pediatric dentist and orthodontist talks about how we help lower the risk of cavities with dental sealants.
Your little one needs your help. They were not born with a knowledge of how to care for their smile, and when you forget to schedule their biannual checkups, you put them at real risk. These visits are their opportunity to come in and have a chat with a qualified pediatric oral health professional, so… Read more »
Your little one wasn’t born with an understanding of their oral health needs. That means that it is up to you to get things done, including scheduling their biannual dental checkups with a quality pediatric dentist. As the name suggests, the goal is to come in twice a year for their cleaning and examination, so… Read more »
Is your little one up to date with their dental checkups? If you are not sure, then it is time to reach out to a local pediatric dentist to find out. Children often follow a similar schedule of cleanings and examinations as adults, meaning that they need to come in for a visit at least… Read more »
Your little one depends on you to look out for them, and that means being their advocate when it comes to their health. But sometimes, parents can fall short in caring for their child’s oral health needs, and this happens for a number of reasons. Your hectic schedule might make it tough to find the… Read more »
While it might not always be the easiest thing to do, you need to make sure that your teenager keeps up with their oral health. This means taking the time to schedule their routine preventive care visits, and when you wait, you really do put them at risk. Just like in your smile, they can… Read more »
Are you doing all you can to keep your child on the right oral health track? Your little one was not born with the knowledge of how to care for their smile, and that means that it’s up to you. As a parent, it can be tough to handle it all on your own, so… Read more »
Nobody is born with an innate understanding of how to care for their smile. It takes someone teaching children the basics for them to understand it, and let’s face it: we could all use a refresher from time to time. Their first experiences brushing are important, as they set the stage for their oral health… Read more »
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