If your child’s teeth are misaligned, braces are likely their best option for giving them a straighter, more beautiful smile. When it comes to orthodontic treatment, many parents have the same questions: What is the optimal age to see an orthodontist? How old is too young to receive braces? It’s never too early for an…
Being a child means being free; thus, childhood is a time to explore and be adventurous. Children love going and trying out things they aren’t familiar with, especially food. They love eating nonstop, particularly sweets- sweet drinks, candies, name it, they would go for it. Because a child’s teeth are still forming and therefore softer…
The first walk, first word, first smile- every first of your child excites you, even their first brush. You might be a little confused over when you should start cleaning your baby’s teeth or what procedures you have to follow. When you see the first signs of a child’s baby teeth poking through the gums,…
Dental sealants for kids have proven to entail many benefits. Brushing and flossing may not remove all of the plaque from your child’s back teeth, even if they do it every day. Using a sealant to protect the chewing surface against plaque is a good idea. What are dental sealants? Molars have rough, jagged…
Pediatric braces, Invisalign, and other aligners for children’s teeth during the transitional period between milk teeth and permanent teeth are the most prevalent orthodontic and children’s dental problems such as abnormal bite and crowded teeth. Specialists in pediatric orthodontics and dentistry are well-versed in the unique needs of children. Junior Smiles of Stafford is not…
The use of pacifiers can affect both the development and alignment of teeth and the jawline after the age of three. This can also damage the teeth be referred to “pacifier teeth”. If your child is constantly sucking on a pacifier, their auditory canals may be constantly open. The auditory canals are not supposed to…
Babies often begin teething around the age of six months. However, this might vary from kid to child. When a baby’s first set of teeth erupt, they’re normally located in the middle of the upper or lower jaw (lower central incisors or upper central incisors). These stages of teething can be a challenging and unpleasant…
The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) and the American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry (AAPD) recommend scheduling your baby’s first dental appointment at a pediatric dentist within six months of the time he erupts a tooth or reaches one year of age. If you have a concern or already have a cavity, bring it up during…
Pediatric dentists are adept at putting their patients at ease throughout dental examinations and treatments. Consequently, pediatric dentists’ offices are designed and decorated with children in mind, with specialized dental equipment to guarantee high-quality kids dental care. When it comes to your child’s oral health, pediatric dentists have the training and experience to handle it…
Is fluoride beneficial to children? Children older than six months can benefit from fluoride, both topically and systemically, as it protects their first set of baby teeth and prevents decay in their future adult teeth by promoting healthy enamel. Fluoride can be administered topically or systemically to children older than six months. Because of their…