With autumn comes fall sports season, including football, soccer, and volleyball. Here at Children’s Dental Center, we see so many patients who are active in sports in their schools or community. That makes this the perfect time to discuss how athletic mouthguards can keep smiles safe on the field and the court! For more information Read More

In any discussion about a child’s oral health, sugary drinks usually make an appearance. While soda tends to get the worst rap of all—with good reason—there’s another beverage that deserves our attention. Many people view juice as a healthy drink since it’s made from fruit, but it can be almost as bad for your child’s Read More

For better or for worse, habits that we form at young ages stay with us for the rest of our lives. That means that it’s important to teach your child good oral health habits so they can enjoy a lifetime of happy, healthy smiles! Bad oral habits are a common cause of poor dental health Read More

Good habits are set early, and it’s never a bad time to help your child “brush” up their dental skills so they can enjoy a happy, healthy mouth for the rest of their lives! Many parents want to help their child build great dental habits but aren’t sure where to start. Here at Children’s Dental Read More

As parents, we want the best for our children—and that includes the best dental treatment. All you have to do is choose a dentist from whom you would like your child to receive treatment, but where do you begin? There are so many providers to choose from, and it’s important to find one who will Read More

We know going to the dentist for the first time can be a little scary. Hey, even adults get nervous about the prospect sometimes! For children, a lot of this is just a fear of the unknown. There are a number of steps you can take to help alleviate these jitters, and you can rest Read More

Judging by Hollywood’s standards, a dazzlingly bright white smile is the norm and anything less than that is unacceptable. This is reinforced by movies, television, and even children’s media, but the truth is, most teeth are naturally different shades of off-white, yellow, and even gray. Baby teeth have a thinner coating of enamel compared to Read More

There are few things a parent loves more than seeing their child smile. Even the odd flaw is something to get sentimental about, but what happens when those little imperfections affect more than school pictures? Many common dental issues can interfere with everyday tasks like eating, sleeping, and speaking. They can even play a role Read More

As a parent, you do everything you can to protect your child and keep them safe. But there’s no avoiding the fact that getting bumps and bruises are an expected part of being a kid. When playtime turns into an emergency, it’s important to act quickly. If your child has a dental emergency, contact our Read More

Many parents worry about the health of their children’s teeth. You want to keep those pearly whites to last well into old age. Unfortunately, kids sometimes struggle to understand the importance of oral health. That means it’s your responsibility to help them keep their teeth clean until they’re old enough to care about it for Read More