The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has created a highly-visual, easy-to-follow guide that can be printed and posted to refrigerators so family members and babysitters know what to do should a tooth be chipped or knocked out!
Read MoreEnamel Hypoplasia is a condition that results in having less enamel than normal. It can affect both baby and permanent teeth. Most of the time it happens before the age of three, when the enamel is still developing and more vulnerable to genetic or environmental factors.
Read MoreDr. Lora and our staff use the following words when explaining procedures and introducing dental instruments to your child. We feel that these words help familiarize children with our procedures on a level that they can understand.
Read MoreFrequent non-nutritive habits over long periods of time can affect the way your child’s teeth fit together as well as the growth of your child’s jaw and bones. Discontinuation of these habits will prevent further adverse jaw growth, skeletal imbalances and improving esthetics of your child’s smile and self-image. Evidence has shown that the longer the habit persists, the more difficult it is to discontinue. The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommends discontinuation of sucking habits by the age of three or younger.
Read MoreDid You Know?
Sugars and starches mix with the bacteria that live in your mouth, producing acids that cause cavities.
Snacking less than three times a day allows saliva to counteract the effect of acids and repair tooth enamel.
Caries is the disease that causes cavities. It is an infectious disease that is transmitted from parents (most likely Mother) or caregiver to the child. The bacteria in the Mother’s mouth is passed on to the baby through sharing utensils, food, kissing or cleaning the pacifier with your own mouth before giving it to your baby. It attaches to the gums even before the teeth erupt and will not only affect baby teeth, but also the permanent teeth that are forming under them.
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