Posts Tagged ‘ pediatric dentist ’

Every year, the American Dental Association celebrates Children’s Dental Health Month in February. During these four weeks, dental professionals and educators focus on promoting the benefits of practicing good oral hygiene to children, parents, caregivers, teachers, and others. Dr. Vakili encourages involving the whole family in proper oral hygiene to make sure children learn at […]

Although tooth sensitivity is more common in adults, children can also develop sensitivity to hot, cold, or pressure on the teeth. Tooth sensitivity may not be the same as a toothache caused by a cavity, but the conditions can overlap. Any time your child complains about a sensitive tooth, call our office to determine whether […]

The importance of an oral health exam to protect your oral and overall health can’t be understated. Your child should be seen by a pediatric dentist soon after their first birthday or when their first baby tooth emerges. Why Does My Child Need to See a Dentist in Elementary School? Getting Comfortable with Dental Appointments […]

Halloween is right around the corner, and cavities are soon to follow unless you know how to select the best candy for your dental health. The scariest part of Halloween isn’t the fake ghosts and monsters; it’s the monstrous damage to your dental health caused by consuming certain types of candy. You can reduce the […]

We are only as happy as our saddest child. Whether you believe that statement to be true or not, we can all agree that mothers want their sons to be happy. What father doesn’t love to see his daughter grinning? And what’s the universal indicator of a happy kid? A smile. If you knew the […]