It is a common occurrence for children to get cavities in their early years of life. As a parent, you may try your best to keep them protected by teaching them good brushing habits, but even your best efforts may still lead to cavities. Stonebrook Pediatric Dentistry
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If your pediatric dentist suggests to you that your child may need a dental crown, you may wonder why it’s necessary if they have never had one before when they’ve had a cavity. Typically, a simple filling can be used to repair your lost tooth structure after
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When it comes to dental treatments and our children, most parents want to make sure they prepare properly before any procedures. For the most part, dental treatments require very little preparation outside of getting your child ready and explaining what happens, however, in situations where sedation is
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As a pediatric dentist, it is fascinating for me to watch the different personalities and temperaments that children display as soon as they walk through our doors here at Stonebrook Pediatric Dentistry. Since I have mentored and worked as a dental assistant since I was 17, I
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Begin daily brushing as soon as the child’s first tooth erupts. A pea-sized amount of fluoride toothpaste can be used after the child is old enough not to swallow it. By age 4 or 5, children should be able to brush their own teeth twice a day
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Following a surgical procedure, most children need a day or so to fully recover. It is important to follow any post-op instructions provided by our pediatric dentists to allow the surgical site to heal and reduce the risk of further injury or infection. On the day of
Read more →There is no hard and fast rule for when to start getting dental x-rays. Some children who may be at higher risk for dental problems (for example, those prone to baby bottle tooth decay or those with cleft lip/palate) should have x-rays taken earlier than others. Usually, most
Read more →Why Create a Dental Home for Your Child The Dental Home is intended to provide a place other than the Emergency Room for parents. We truly hope Stonebrook Pediatric Dentistry becomes your family’s dental home! The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), the American Dental Association (ADA), and
Read more →Good oral hygiene removes bacteria and the left over food particles that combine to create cavities. For infants, use a wet gauze or clean washcloth to wipe the plaque from teeth and gums. Avoid putting your child to bed with a bottle filled with anything other than
Read more →Thumb sucking is a natural reflex and infants and young children may use thumbs, fingers, pacifiers and other objects on which to suck. It may make them feel secure and happy, or provide a sense of security at difficult periods. Since thumb sucking is relaxing, it may
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