Just like you, your child can experience painful tooth sensitivity. Learn more about what causes tooth sensitivity in children and how it can be treated. Discover the Reason for Tooth Sensitivity Before your child can be treated for tooth sensitivity, you need to know why this is happening. The cause of the tooth sensitivity will […]
It is commonly believed that gum disease is a dental problem that only affects adults, but this isn’t entirely true. While gum disease is extremely common amongst adults that doesn’t mean children can’t develop it. Luckily, it is extremely easy to treat if it is caught in its early stages. Learn more about how gum […]
Fluoride is everywhere. It is in the water your child drinks, in the toothpaste he or she uses, and even in mouthwashes, but what is it? We will take a look at exactly what fluoride is and why it is an important part of your child’s dental care. Fluoride is Like a Superhero That Fights […]
From a very early age, your child could pick up bad habits that could compromise their oral health. Over time, those bad habits could cause everything from cavities and tooth decay to tooth loss and gum disease. If you don’t encourage your child to change their ways and develop healthy dental habits, those bad habits […]
Dentists find that when sedation is used their patients are more cooperative, feel less anxious, and experience less discomfort during their dental treatment. If your dentist has recommended sedation for your child’s upcoming dental procedure, there are a few things you will need to do to prepare for the appointment. The following will discuss some […]
Regular, routine dental checkups play an important part in helping your child maintain his or her oral health. Understanding exactly when you should schedule an appointment for a checkup with a pediatric dentist, learning about what happens during the appointment, and why checkups are so important will help you keep your child’s teeth and gums […]
Nitrous oxide is a dental sedative, administered in gas form, that is often used for dental surgeries or other dental treatments. It can alleviate pain and anxiety very effectively. Pediatric Dentistry of Central Florida offers nitrous oxide sedation for their young patients when they need to have surgery or other dental procedures. This type of […]
If your child is starting to shed his or her teeth, you may be feeling a little exasperated by the process. Around the age of six, kids start to shed their baby teeth. Usually, the teeth are lost in the same order in which they presented. You can expect your child’s front teeth, which are […]
Dental sealants are ultra thin protective coatings that are applied to the teeth’s chewing surfaces. Typically, they’re used on the back teeth — the molars and the pre-molars — to help keep the teeth healthy as a child grows. Dental sealant immediately moves into the tiny cracks and grooves of the teeth, creating a shield […]
Good oral health will affect your child’s quality of life. Both now and in years to come, it’s important for your child to maintain good dental health by brushing, flossing and visiting the dentist regularly. However, some youngsters are terrified of the dentist. This can stem from a fear of the unknown, as well as […]
