It’s not unusual for children to pick up harmful oral habits at some point. If your child sucks their thumb or a pacifier for too long, their smile can suffer the consequences, but our Children’s Dental Center team is here to help. Breaking the thumb or pacifier-sucking habit can be tough, but you’re not alone. Read More

Visiting the dentist can be scary, especially for kids! About 10% of children in the U.S. experience dental anxiety, making it tough to keep their smiles healthy. If your child has an extreme phobia, you may even struggle to make the appointment just to prevent feelings of dread in your little one. Regular dental visits Read More

It’s flu season. Unfortunately, its incredibly contagious nature made it hard for your kid(s) to avoid it. Fortunately, after much coughing, vomiting, and chicken noodle soup, they got better! Caring for a sick child isn’t easy, and keeping the rest of the household healthy can be stressful. Children’s Dental Center is here to reduce some Read More

You’ve probably heard of two-phase orthodontic treatment if you’re a parent of an adolescent who needs braces. But what is it exactly? Is it necessary? Can it help achieve a beautiful and healthy smile? Children’s Dental Center is going to dive into the basics and how it can benefit your treatment. Phase One: “Early Treatment” Read More

All great parents know that despite your hard work and best intentions, you can’t always prevent things from happening to your child. When it comes to oral health, sometimes even with regular dental appointments and daily brushing, your child might still end up with a cavity.  The great news is that our team at Children’s Read More

It’s common knowledge that consuming too much sugar can lead to tooth decay, but you may not know exactly how that happens. It’s not so much the sugar itself that causes damage but what takes place after you eat or drink. This knowledge is especially important when monitoring what your child eats and how their Read More

When it comes to dental needs, each patient requires customized care for the best treatment results. Some families with small children need extra or specialized care. Pediatric dentists have unique qualifications; they can provide gentler care and education for young children and treat young patients with special needs or disabilities. At the Children’s Dental Center, Read More

Protecting your child’s teeth is essential to keeping your little ones happy and healthy. It may be a no-brainer that their oral health is important to their wellbeing, but understanding just how to take care of baby teeth might not be so simple. Fortunately, you have the Children’s Dental Center at your side, ready to Read More

Let’s set the scene: you’re a busy parent who works during the day and takes care of your kids in the evening. You do your best to ensure your kids are healthy, safe, and happy, and you make it a priority to teach them good habits that will stick with them throughout their lifetimes. In Read More

As a parent, trying to keep up with all the developmental milestones your child is going through from birth through their teenage years can be difficult. Our team at the Children’s Dental Center works with parents and children daily to improve their oral health and hygiene, so when it comes to dealing with baby teeth, Read More