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A dental crown for a baby tooth? We’ve all heard of dental crowns for adults. Many of us probably have one. In fact, according to the National Center for Health Statistics, the application of a single crown is the most commonly performed restorative procedure in cosmetic dentistry. But did you know that sometimes young children…

Childhood Tooth Decay Is a Disease As parents, there are so many things we need to keep in mind when it comes to our child’s overall health. It’s no different when it comes to oral health. We often wonder if we’re doing all the right things to prevent childhood tooth decay. After all, according to…

Few children look forward to a visit with the dentist, but for some children, the concern and anxiety about such a visit can go much further. Dental anxiety in children is a serious issue that can lead to children not receiving the care they need during development and beyond. As a parent, it is essential…

Your child is never too young to start thinking about their oral health. Good habits form early, so we encourage parents to get in the habit of instilling good dental habits in their children and start focusing on their child’s dental health earlier than they think. If you ever have any questions relating to your…

Accidents happen. Sometimes even a minor tumble or trip and fall can result in a chipped or cracked tooth. In other situations, kids can experience a deep cavity despite their best efforts to practice good oral hygiene at home. Thankfully, tooth restoration for children is an option. After all, accidents happen to adults and kids…

At the end of a long day, sometimes we want to climb into bed, turn off the light on the bedside table, and pull our covers over our heads. But, we know better and sometimes even begrudgingly haul ourselves to the bathroom to brush, floss, and rinse our teeth. Why do we do it? Because…

Going to the dentist shouldn’t be a challenging or frustrating experience for a parent or child. With the right dentist and the right partnership, positive dental appointments are not only possible but are also par for the course. Read on to learn how the team at Pediatric Dental Specialists takes steps every day to make…

Most dental treatments only require a local anesthetic – the shot you receive before a filling or other simple procedure that numbs that area from any pain. However, sedation dentistry for kids is used in cases where local anesthesia isn’t sufficient. If your child is undergoing a serious procedure or has special needs, you should…

Support for Your Special Needs Child at the Dentist Visiting the dentist can be a difficult experience for any child. However, this experience can be significantly harder for special needs children. What seems to many children to be an uncomfortable and frightening experience can be truly overwhelming for children with special needs. There are steps…

There are several options to straighten your child’s teeth. It’s incredibly common for children to require some form of orthodontic treatment as they develop. Your child may need treatment to straighten teeth to maintain long-term oral health, whether due to crowded teeth, malocclusion, or other alignment issues.  Today, clear aligners can provide an alternative to…

Your child’s comfort is our first priority at Pediatric Dental Specialists. Did you know that your child’s first dental visit should be around the age of one? While that might seem early, remember that prevention is key to a healthy smile. At Pediatric Dental Specialists, we care about your child and want them to be…

Protect your child’s teeth from injury with these tips.  According to research, 30% of children will have experienced some form of dental injury by age 14. With statistics like these, it’s easy to think that dental injuries are inevitable in adolescents. You may think they’re just part of growing up. However, there is a lot…