Close-up of a baby smiling, showing emerging baby teeth while a hand gently touches the chin, highlighting the importance of dental health in young children.
February 27, 2025Chris Rowland, DDS

The Importance of Baby Teeth and How To Keep Them Healthy

It’s not unusual for people to assume baby teeth aren’t crucial since they eventually fall out. The truth is that baby teeth are foundational to permanent teeth, so they should be well taken care of, too. Children’s Dental Center is here to tell you about the importance of baby teeth and how to keep them Read More

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January 31, 2025Chris Rowland, DDS

How To Prepare for Your Child’s First Dental Visit

Some kids are excited to visit the dentist for the first time, while others can be pretty nervous—and regardless of what they’re feeling, it’s okay! Our team at Children’s Dental Center is very familiar with all of the nuances that come with our pediatric patients. Let’s talk about how to prepare for your child’s first Read More

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December 26, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

How Will My Child’s Teeth Change as They Grow?

Parents are often surprised to find out just how much happens to a child’s teeth as time passes. Anatomically, it’s a highly dynamic time, and developmentally, it’s an incredibly important one. Children’s Dental Center is going to break down how your child’s teeth will change as they grow. Why Children’s Teeth Are Special Compared to Read More

Smiling girl holding a toothbrush at a bathroom sink, promoting children's dental hygiene.
November 30, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

Choosing the Right Toothbrush and Toothpaste for My Child

If you’ve ever seen the children’s dental aisle at the grocery store, you know it can be a little overwhelming. Today, our Children’s Dental Center team will let you know: How do I choose the right toothbrush and toothpaste for my child? First Thing’s First: Fluoride! Fluoride is a secret weapon when it comes to Read More

Child in dental chair smiling at pediatric dentist, stickers on shirt, dental office setting, promoting positive dental experiences for kids.
October 30, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

What Can I Do to Help My Child Overcome Dental Anxiety?

Going to the dentist can be spooky and unfamiliar, especially for kids of all ages. At Children’s Dental Center, we do our very best to make sure your child’s visit isn’t full of anxiety. Today, we’ll be answering the question on every parent’s mind: What can I do to help my child overcome dental anxiety? Read More

Smiling girl in dental chair, wearing a blue bib, holding a stuffed bunny, interacting with a dental professional.
September 24, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

How Should I Handle My Child’s Dental Emergencies?

Handling your child’s dental care is always unique, and this extends to dental emergencies. We hope you never encounter them with your kids, but it’s important to be prepared just in case. Today, the Children’s Dental Center will give you some tips on how to handle your child’s dental emergencies. Types of Dental Emergencies We Read More

Child smiling in dental chair with dental tools and model teeth, illustrating positive pediatric dental experience at Children's Dental Center.
August 28, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

Establishing a Positive Dental Routine for Your Child

A big part of parenting is simply getting your kids to have healthy habits. At Children’s Dental Center, we understand how much of a challenge this can be. So today, we’ll be answering this question: What can I do to establish a positive dental routine for my child?  An Ideal Routine What do healthy oral Read More

Child with curly hair smiling in dental chair, interacting with pediatric dentist and parent, emphasizing positive dental care experience at Children's Dental Center.
July 31, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

When Should My Child See a Dentist?

There are lots of cases of children not visiting dentists at all when they’re young—and this is a mistake. It’s a highly formative period for kids, and today Children’s Dental Center will answer a question that many parents have: When should my child see a dentist? The Right Time According to the APPD (Association of Read More

Child brushing teeth with green toothbrush, smiling in bathroom mirror, adult in background, promoting positive dental habits for kids.
June 28, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

When Should My Child Start Using Toothpaste?

As adults, toothpaste is just another part of our daily oral hygiene routine. But for kids, using it can be a fun and important experience! Today, the Children’s Dental Center will tell you: When should my child start using toothpaste? A Timeline Here are a few key age groups and how our doctors recommend incorporating Read More

Child smiling in a dental chair with a dental professional preparing for an examination, emphasizing pediatric dental care and positive first dental visits.
May 31, 2024Chris Rowland, DDS

How Can I Prevent Cavities in My Child’s Teeth?

Sometimes, it might seem like kids are the most susceptible to cavities—but you do have ways to fight back! Today, the Children’s Dental Center will explain: How can I prevent cavities in my child’s teeth? Understanding Cavities Before we expand to prevention, let’s discuss some of the causes and risk factors around cavities in our Read More