Children have all of their 32 permanent teeth by the time they’re 14. This means that those permanent teeth must last for the rest of their lives!
A child’s smile has the potential to brighten any room, but its significance goes beyond aesthetics.
Many parents wonder why it’s necessary to care for baby teeth, especially since they eventually fall out. However, baby teeth are essential to a child’s overall health and development.
Many youngsters enjoy chewing gum. Its soft, rubbery texture makes for a fun and satisfying sensory experience that kids enjoy. It soothes and engages them. And who can resist blowing bubbles?
A baby’s teeth are already formed in his (or her) gums at birth. But it’s not until he reaches about 6 months old that his first tooth makes its visual debut.
Your daughter’s (or son’s) recent visit to a pedodontist revealed that she has a cavity.
Young children have a lot of energy. They burn it off by running around, climbing on things and being physically high-spirited.
Parents whose offspring have food allergies can’t take their kids to dental appointments without forethought. An allergen could enter their bodies through their mouths, noses or eyes.
Children undergo many physical transitions as they grow up.
Getting a young child to quit sucking her (or his) thumb—a habit that makes her feel secure, comfortable and happy—can be quite a challenge.
Many children with crowded and/or crooked get their teeth straightened with help from clear aligners, metal braces or clear braces.
Here are two facts: Young children squirm and some aren’t crazy about going to the dentist.
It may not seem logical, but infants and small children can get cavities!
When was the last time you inspected your child’s current toothbrush?
Between their afterschool activities, social lives, homework and school classes, today’s youngsters lead very busy lives.
It may be hard to believe, but just as adults are susceptible to gum disease, so are young children.
Baby pacifiers have many nicknames. Just a few are binky, bip, bobo, bubba, button, chupy, fee fee and hushie.
Making your child's first dental visit a positive experience is essential for establishing a lifetime of good oral health habits.
Getting children to brush — let alone floss — their teeth can often be a challenge. When teeth are not brushed regularly or well enough, cavities inevitably develop.
Getting children to go to a dental appointment can be a challenge for many parents.
Cavities are permanently damaged areas that turn into tiny holes.
When was the last time you brought your children in to see the dentist?
People who believe that sleep apnea is a condition that strikes only adults should know that it can also happen in children.
Getting a youngster to relax in the dental chair can be a challenge, but our pedodontist at Tiny Tooth Pediatric Dentistry has the experience to make a child of any age feel comfortable during a visit…
Some mothers nurse their babies, while others bottle-feed their infants. It’s each mom’s personal choice.
Most babies suck their thumbs. It’s a convenient and instant source of comfort.
Babies use their mouths in many ways, with the most important one being nursed via a bottle or breast.
Moms and dads often wonder which toothpaste is the best for their children. There are many formulas and brands to choose from, so, naturally, the process can be confusing.
Welcoming a newborn into your family is exciting.
It’s very exciting when your baby’s first teeth start to erupt through her (or his) gum line, which happens between the ages of 4 and 24 months.
Babies and toddlers love sucking on pacifiers and their thumbs. “Binkies” and thumbs comfort them and offer a temporary distraction.
Though your baby has yet to sprout teeth, it’s still important to provide him (or her) with superior oral care.
It can be a challenge for parents to get their children to form healthy habits. Teaching them to maintain excellent dental hygiene can also be tough.
Most children up to age 18 are better off seeing a pediatrician before they “graduate” to a general physician. The same is true when it comes to that age group’s dental care.
“If my child’s baby teeth are only temporary and will fall out soon, why should I be concerned about them?
Many parents don’t pay a whole lot of attention to their children’s baby teeth, believing that they will eventually get replaced by adult teeth when their children get older.
Just because they’re just starting out in life doesn’t mean that young children and teenagers aren’t susceptible to gum disorders.
The weeks before the school year begins are very busy. Parents are buying their kids new clothes, shopping for school supplies and figuring out their family’s new activities schedules.
