That’s right, fever blisters, canker sores, and lip ties have one thing in common; they can be fixed by the treatment of our carbon dioxide laser (CO2 laser).
What Is a Carbon Dioxide Laser?
The CO2 laser is one of the first gas lasers to be invented. It was invented in 1964 and to this day is used with great success in surgical procedures. This laser emits a beam of light at an infrared frequency and is the best laser for soft tissue procedures there is. Regular surgeries with scalpels cut and can brush tissue, whereas the laser basically evaporates the tissue resulting in a cleaner and easier recovery.
About Fever Blisters
Fever blisters are also commonly referred to as cold sores and are the result of a virus. The herpes simplex virus (HSV-1) is unfortunately common, most people are exposed for the first time as children between the ages of 1 year and 5 years old. The virus can spread through skin-to-skin contact, contact with saliva, or even contact with an object that was previously handled by someone with the virus. It’s terribly contagious, so it’s no surprise that according to the World Health Organization, 67% of the human population worldwide has it.
HSV-1 presents as fever blisters traditionally on the lips, although they can appear on the chin, cheeks, and even the nose. They can be very painful and as they blister up, they can ooze. Traditionally cold sores will clear up on their own within 10 days.
It’s important that when your child presents a fever blister, that you protect them from sharing any cups or dishes, keep their toothbrush and toothpaste separate from the rest of the family members’, and even have them use a separate hand towel for washing hands, face, and brushing teeth.
For the first time your child presents a fever blister, it is possible that they have other symptoms as well. A light fever, sore throat, swollen lymph glands, drooling, and irritability may accompany the blister.
When the cold sore(s) heal, and disappear, the virus retreats within the body. Some people never have another outbreak, others continue to have them from time to time. Triggers for a fever blister can include:
stress/anxiety
fatigue
other illness that lowers your body’s immune defenses
menstrual periods
poor diet
While cold sores and fever blisters will heal on their own with time, we can speed up the healing process greatly with a treatment from our CO2 laser. The laser kills the virus in the blister area and seals the nerve endings which will provide immense pain relief.
About Canker Sores
Canker sores (aphthous ulcers is the medical term) can be confused with fever blisters because they both are so painful and inhibit eating and drinking. Canker sores however occur only on the inside of the mouth, are white in color, and are not a contagious virus. They are actually the result of your body’s immune system having an overreaction. This overreaction can be prompted by any of the following:
minor mouth injury such as accidentally biting your cheek or sharp edges from dental braces
aggressive tooth brushing
acidic fruits or vegetables such as oranges, lemons, pineapples, and tomatoes
Treatment from our CO2 laser will shorten healing time of canker sores, provide relief from pain, and can increase the amount of time between occurrences. The laser treatment can be administered at any time on a canker sore, but that doesn’t mean you should wait to come in.
About Lip Ties
Between your lips and gum lines, there exists a soft small piece of tissue, that if you roll up your lip you can see. This tissue is called the frenulum. When children have a frenulum that is either too thick, stiff, or even too short it can prevent their lips from having the freedom of movement necessary for speech and comfortable eating. When a nursing baby has a lip tie, it can prevent them from being able to form a proper latch to breastfeed. This can of course be painful for the mother, but also incredibly frustrating and scary for an infant.
The procedure to fix this lip tie is called either a frenotomy or frenectomy. We have performed more of these procedures than any other pediatric dentistry in Davis County. We always do a thorough diagnostic check before performing this procedure and have an honest discussion with the parents involved before moving forward with this treatment.
The CO2 laser can fix the lip tie quickly, and babies are free to begin nursing immediately following for comfort or need. The laser-performed lip tie corrections are shorter than those performed by a scalpel. They are also less painful and have a quicker recovery period (only a few days).
Tongue ties can also be treated in the same manner by the laser. Tongue ties are when the tissue between the bottom of the tongue and the floor of the mouth is either too short, too thick, or too stiff. Much the same as with a lip tie, tongue ties can cause problems with speech and food. Moreover, when corrected by laser, your child will have a quick recovery period and feel an immediate difference in maneuverability.
Call Us If You Think Your Child Needs a Laser Treatment
Call us right away to schedule an appointment to treat your child’s cold sore. They don’t have to endure 10 days of pain and discomfort. The laser treatment is the most effective if done within the first 48 hours, and can typically bring healing time down from 10 days to three or less.
If you believe your baby, child, or even teenager may have an undiagnosed lip tie or tongue tie please let us know. Even if your child is older and speaks and eats well, it may still be having an adverse effect on their health. Lip ties and tongue ties in adolescents and adults can cause migraines, and neck and shoulder pain.
All these conditions of the mouth are relatively small yet have a big potential to cause pain. Let us help your child’s pain, and ease your worries. Call us today to make an appointment for a consultation about laser pediatric dentistry services at one of our four convenient locations in:
Valentine’s Day is a holiday that comes every February 14th and it’s traditionally all about love. For kids, this love is usually expressed in the form of treats. Most kids exchange Valentine’s Day candy or sweets in a social setting around this time of year – such as at school, church, or even at home.
Why not change the narrative on Valentine’s Day for your kids? With this holiday just around the corner, use these kids’ dental tips to teach your children more about their food choices and how those can affect their teeth. Finally, we will also give you some Valentine’s Day treat ideas on what to avoid and what to choose instead.
Explain Cavities to Kids this Valentine’s Day
If your child is looking forward to receiving the candy on Valentine’s Day, be sure they understand the importance of brushing the morning and evening of that day to keep their teeth strong and healthy.
Kids can develop healthy oral hygiene habits most effectively when they understand the importance of the proactive decision to take care of their teeth. In order for children to care about proper brushing and flossing, they need to first understand what a cavity is and how one develops. Dr. Adam Silevitch, DMD, who is an attending pediatric dentist at New York Presbyterian Hospital-Columbia, explains in an article how he teaches kids about cavities using the analogy of a white apple:
“When we ‘do a filling,’ or ‘fix a tooth,’ we are removing the rotten part of the tooth of a bruised apple. A cavity is like the brown part of an apple, and underneath the brown apple area is healthy until we see a healthy tooth. We then put a hard material in to make that tooth strong again.”
Set a Good Example for Your Kids to Follow
Adults are equally guilty of getting excited and ripping into the Valentine’s Day candy, too. Remember, your kids are watching you. Always. As such, it’s important to set a good example so that your children will mimic your attitude and behaviors around candy and basic dental hygiene practices. When you brush your teeth of the morning you expect your child to have some extra candy, explain to them the importance of brushing each day. Also, emphasize that since you know your teeth may have some additional exposure to sugars and candies on that day, that you are making sure they are healthy and ready.
Brushing Teeth Post-Valentine’s Day Tips
No matter what treats (if any) your child consumed on this holiday, make the tooth brushing event a family affair on this day. Explain to your children that you’re taking extra care to brush thoroughly because of the candy or treats from that day. Be sure to provide your child with positive reinforcement and extra praise for doing a good job.
The American Dental Association (ADA) recommends that children who are two years old and up should use fluoride toothpaste while brushing. Be sure to instruct your children not to swallow the toothpaste. You should always ask your pediatric dentist if fluoride toothpaste is the best option for your child according to their age and developmental level. Demonstrate how to properly brush teeth with brushstrokes that go up and down or in a circular motion, not side-to-side.
Tooth-Friendly Valentine’s Day Treats
Taffy. Dark chocolate. Fruit. Truth is, some sweets are worse for our teeth than others. Hard candy, in particular, can launch a serious assault on the pearly whites of your child. Learn more about what treats you should avoid and which ones are good to go this V-day.
Types of Candy to Avoid for Children’s Dental Health:
Hard Candy
Any type of hard candy that you suck on for a period of time can leave a sugary coating on the teeth. This causes a prolonged period of exposure of your teeth to sugars. Bacteria will create the acid that can erode your child’s teeth and cause cavities to form. Hard candy can also break or chip a child’s tooth.
Gummies
Gummy candies that contain tacky sugar can be yummy, but they can also be hazardous to your child’s teeth. Gummy candy is not held in the mouth as long as hard candy, but due to the consistency, it tends to leave behind a sticky mess on the teeth. This sugary residue can erode the enamel on your child’s teeth. This enamel is supposed to serve as a protective barrier – and without it – your child’s teeth are more prone to decay.
Sour Candies
Whether it is in gummy or hard formation – it doesn’t matter – sour candies are the worst type of food for your child’s teeth. A heavy-hitting concoction of acids is found in these candies (that includes citric, fumaric, and malic acids) – and it can lay a serious assault on the oral health of your child.
Sticky Additives
If you are baking some treats on Valentine’s Day, you should avoid adding in substances with sticky consistencies. For example, if you decide to cook brownies or cookies, do not add raisins or toffee, which will just cause all the sugars to stick to the teeth.
Valentine’s Day Treats That are Better for Your Child’s Tooth Health:
Fruit
You can get creative and offer up some cute fruit cut into hearts on Valentine’s Day. Another type of fruit that is popular on Valentine’s Day is strawberry. Opt for chocolate-covered strawberries instead of chocolates for a healthier twist that is better for your kid’s teeth.
Sugar-Free Gum and Treats
You can find yummy treats that are sugar-free for your kids on Valentine’s Day. Also, sugar-free gum is a great option, as it can even increase your flow of saliva, which neutralizes acids produced by plaque and bacteria.
Cookies, Cakes, & Brownies
If you still want to go sweet but with as minimal damage as possible to your child’s teeth, then consider baked goods. Any baked good is going to be better than sticky chewy candy. Plus, you can make these recipes at home and regulate the amount of sugar that is added or even try sugar-free versions of recipes.
Dark Chocolate
If you want to buy small candy bars or chocolate to enjoy on this holiday, go for the dark option. This allows your child to enjoy the flavor of cocoa while gaining a couple of health benefits. In fact, one of those is that cocoa can help harden your child’s teeth enamel!
Does Your Child Need a Pediatric Dental Appointment?
Is it time to get your kid in for a cleaning? Perhaps your child has a cavity that needs to be filled? Whatever the case may be, call us today at 801-948-8880 to book an appointment at one of our four pediatric dentist offices in:
Parents have a lot of questions when it comes to taking their children to one of our four pediatric dental locations. For that reason, we have put together answers to some of our most frequently asked questions about our kids dental offices.
At what age should I first take my child to the dentist?
Getting children familiar with visiting the dentist starts earlier than you might think. Your child’s first dental visit should occur either when their first tooth appears, or when they turn one year old: whichever occurs first.
What’s the difference between a family dentist and a pediatric dentist?
Pediatric dentists have completed an additional two to three years of training specializing in the care, and equipment required for children’s dental needs. A pediatric dentist limits their practice to children from infant to adolescence only. A pediatric dentist is not only specially trained to work with children, but also children and teens with special needs.
How do I clean my baby’s teeth?
Even before your baby’s first tooth erupts, you can begin to get them accustomed to the idea of dental hygiene by gently rubbing a clean wet washcloth over their gums. Once their first tooth erupts, use a small soft bristled toothbrush. You can find specially designed infant toothbrushes in stores.
When should my child stop thumb-sucking or use a pacifier?
Sucking on a thumb, or using a pacifier isn’t a dental issue right away. Often toddlers will leave behind these habits on their own. If your child is three years old, however, and still engaging in one of those soothing habits, we recommend that you work to break the habit. Visit with your pediatric dentist for tips.
Are dental X-rays safe?
In general, dental X-rays have very little risk. Moreover, pediatric dentists are cautious about the amount of radiation a child is exposed to. We use high-speed film, and protective lead aprons to minimize risk and exposure for your child.
What do I do if my child knocks out a permanent tooth?
First, you should locate the tooth that has been knocked out. When you reach to pick it up, avoid touching the root of the tooth. If it is dirty, you can rinse it with milk. Next, you have two options. You can submerge the tooth in milk until you get to your pediatric dentist. Alternatively, you can reinsert the tooth, root first, by holding onto the crown of the tooth and placing firm pressure. If you opt for reinserting the tooth, have your child bite down on a clean washcloth to hold it into place until you can get to the pediatric dentist’s office.
This situation definitely constitutes a dental emergency, your pediatric dentist should see you right away.
How can I find a pediatric dentist near me?
The American Academy of Pediatric Dentistry has a registry of all pediatric dentists. You can search by zip code, and adjust the distance from 5 miles up to 100 miles, if necessary. You can find this registry here:
If there are several near you and you don’t know how to choose, take a look at our in-depth guide on how to select a pediatric dentist, “How to Find the Best Kids Dentist Near Me“. In it we’ll walk you through different things you can do to inform your decision, and what to look for.
When should we begin using toothpaste?
As soon as the first tooth erupts, you can begin using a tiny amount of fluoride toothpaste to clean your baby’s teeth. Brush even those baby teeth in the beginning, twice a day. From ages three to six, increase the amount of toothpaste to the size of a pea.
What are dental sealants?
Dental sealants are a preventative measure that we firmly advocate for. Children aren’t terrific brushers, and their back teeth are often difficult for them to reach. Those molars have grooves in which food particles and plaque love to hide out. We apply the dental sealant in those grooves. It is a painless procedure, and won’t interfere with your child’s next meal. The sealant acts as a protector to the tooth to keep bacteria, food, and sugars out. Dental sealants are known to reduce tooth decay in molars by 80%!
For more information about our dental sealants, go here.
How can I prevent bottle rot?
Bottle rot is baby teeth decay that can be tied back to inappropriate bottle use (or even sippy cups). Just because your baby uses a bottle doesn’t automatically mean they will get bottle rot. It’s important that your baby use a bottle only for drinking formula, milk, or water, but not juice. If the bottle has milk or formula in it, they should not be allowed to sip on it over an extended period of time. The bottle rot happens when the teeth have extended exposure to sugar. Furthermore, they should not be put to bed with a bottle of milk or formula. If you want to put them to bed with a bottle, then fill it only with water.
Yes! Mouthguards will protect your child’s teeth and jaw from dental injuries. For more information about mouthguards, go here.
Should a cavity in a baby tooth be filled?
Absolutely, yes. A cavity in a baby tooth can be quite painful. That aside, the baby tooth needs to stay in its place until the body is ready for it to fall out to make room for the permanent tooth. Baby teeth are place holders that assist in proper eating and even speaking.
How often should my child see the dentist?
As a general rule, we encourage parents to have their child scheduled for bi-annual checkups. However, each child is unique and if we feel a more frequent schedule is appropriate, we will discuss with you why we feel it necessary so you have a clear understanding of our recommendation.
Has it been longer than six months since your child’s last dental visit? Give us a call and get an appointment on your calendar so you don’t forget. Happy smiles come from healthy teeth.
The beginning of a new year is a good time for reflection, making plans, and making changes. It is also an opportunity to have fun with numbers and lists. We’ve put together a list of 21 dental hygiene tips for you and your family for 2021.
1. Instead of buying bottled water, buy a refillable bottle, and fill it from the tap.
In most (not all) households that have running water, that water has been fluoridated. Fluoride is a major player in the mouth’s daily defense against bacteria and plaque. Drinking fluoride water and giving your teeth that fluoride rinses several times a day in between meals and snacks, is important. The fluoridation of community water is likely a benefit in your home that you’ve never considered. However, it’s considered one of the ten biggest public health achievements for the entire 20th century, take advantage of it!
2. Incorporate more crunchy fruits and veggies into your meal and snack routines.
The downside to a lot of the delicious foods that we eat is that they lodge in between our teeth and in the crevices of our molars. When those food leftovers side on the gum line and around our teeth they often have time to do their dirty work on our teeth before the next time we brush. Crunchy fruits such as apples, pears, carrots, and celery. In addition to doing a little scrubbing while we crunch these fruits and vegetables are loaded with vitamins.
3. Routine dental visits
Even if you and your kids don’t have any symptoms of tooth problems, that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t have regularly occurring visits. An important part of dental care is prevention. Make sure your kids are scheduled for their yearly checkups and cleanings. Check with your insurance provider, some insurances are acknowledging the benefit of cleanings every six months.
4. Quit smoking/chewing tobacco.
This one doesn’t need a long-drawn-out explanation. Bottom line, smoking and chewing tobacco are bad for your teeth and bad for your overall oral health. Now’s a great time to work on quitting if you do either of these in order to set a better example for your kids to follow.
5. Quit or limit alcoholic beverages.
Regardless of your personal beliefs, alcohol is generally bad for your oral health. Alcohol can cause dry mouth which reduces your body’s natural defenses (saliva) against sugar, acid, and bacteria in the mouth. Many alcoholic beverages can stain your teeth, while the acidic content in many of them eat away at your tooth’s enamel. As a parent, your actions and feelings towards alcohol will influence those of your children, especially teenagers.
6. Cut back on the soda.
We know that sometimes you just really want something to drink other than water, but the truth is soda/pop is really harmful for your teeth. It’s very acidic and for every sip of soda you take, you’ve started a 20-minute-long acid attack on your teeth. So if you’re going to drink it, drink it quickly instead of dragging it out, and brush or at least rinse your mouth out with water when you’re done.
7. Use mouthwash.
Add the use of a therapeutic mouthwash to your morning or nightly routine. Proper mouthwashes can kill bacteria, fight plaque, and help prevent gingivitis. Recommended only for children over the age of 6 who aren’t at risk of swallowing the mouthwash.
8. Brush twice daily for two minutes.
Yes, this one made the list. Can’t have a list without this one. We always remind you!
9. Floss at least once a day.
Even our best brushers will admit to skipping flossing, or not doing it at all. Correct that misstep this year! Flossing is important and will grab food debris that will surprise you.
10. Chew sugar-free gum.
If you or your kids are in the habit of chewing gum, take a close look at the gum you buy. Is it sugar-free? Does it have the ADA seal?
11. Use a mouthguard when participating in sports.
Most people are familiar with football players using mouth guards for their sport, but you should really consider a mouth guard for your kids for other sports as well. Sports accidents can cause painful dental injuries. For more information about mouthguards, read our in-depth post, “Why Your Kids Should Use a Mouth Guard”.
12. Brush up on your brushing skills.
Take a moment to examine the way you and your kids brush your teeth. The technique is important; here’s a quick video put together by the ADA:
13. Let your kids pick out their own toothbrush.
Get your kids invested in brushing their teeth. Taking some ownership can help with that. Let them pick out their own toothbrush.
14. Brush with fluoride toothpaste.
Check your toothpaste and be sure it has fluoride. Look for the ADA seal too.
15. Replace your toothbrushes every three to four months.
Yes, your toothbrush needs to be replaced about 4 times a year. When the bristles wear out they can cause damage to your gums. Additionally, over time your toothbrush begins to collect bacteria.
16. Switch to whole wheat.
White flour products such as pastas, crackers, and breads turn into a lot of sugar for your teeth, and worse they can really stick in the crevices. See about transitioning to whole wheat products.
17. Bring nuts into your meal stable.
Peanuts, almonds, and cashews have the benefit of providing your body with protein, and minerals including calcium and phosphorous. Those minerals are important for your dental health because they are the minerals that are commonly eaten away from our tooth’s enamel by the sugars and acids that we consume and they need replenishing.
18. Set a schedule for eating and avoid grazing.
Do you know what we mean when we say grazing? Grazing is that slow snacking that all of us have done before where you just eat a little bit, and then a few minutes later, a little bit more, and so on. It might not sound so bad, but the truth is, it’s incredibly harmful to your teeth. When you graze, your teeth are under near-constant assault by the sugars, and acids introduced to the mouth with your food. Your tongue instinctively tugs and pulls at your teeth to try and clean out lodged foods, and your saliva is a professional defensive linebacker working hard for your teeth. Stop putting them under non-stop assault, and commit your family and yourself to set times for eating.
19. Don’t let your baby/toddler go to sleep with a bottle.
Even if your baby hasn’t gotten their first tooth, don’t start the habit of them going to sleep with a bottle. The milk or juice in a bottle can sit in their mouths and foster bacteria and tooth decay while they sleep.
20. Rinse your mouth with water after snacking or drinking.
After you and your kids snack or drink anything that isn’t water, make a conscious effort to follow it up with drinking water. Water will help to rinse the sugars and bacteria.
21. Get your kids floss picks
If flossing is difficult for your kids, don’t give up on the idea of flossing, instead, look to floss picks. Floss picks are individual flossers that can fit in tight spaces but may be easier to maneuver than regular floss. The ADA has given its seal to the DenTek Kids Fun Flosser Floss Picks.
We hope some of the tips on this list can be easy for you to incorporate into your dental hygiene routines in your home. Some may take trial and error while others may take a little longer to turn into habits, but we know you can do it. When was the last time your kids had a dental checkup? Give us a call today at 801-948-8880 and we’ll find an appointment time that works for you at whichever of our four locations is nearest you.
We’re in the thick of a beautiful but cold Utah winter, and sometimes this time of year brings winter tooth pain. While you might have noticed that one of your kids has a sensitivity to cold slushies or ice cream in the summer months, winter tooth pain can hit even if you’re avoiding ice-cold treats.
Why #1: High Altitude
If your family has been hitting the slopes this winter season and you’ve had complaints of tooth pain while skiing or snowboarding, then the high altitude may be the culprit. When your body reaches high altitudes, the atmospheric pressure can have effects on our bodies, including our teeth. This type of tooth pain is called barodontalgia, or “tooth squeeze”.
Barodontalgia is typically a symptom of an underlying issue that is often dental related (although not exclusively). Possible dental underlying conditions to the pain of tooth squeeze include:
cavity
damaged filling
cracked tooth
enamel erosion
pulpitis
impacted teeth
pulp necrosis
To-Dos for Altitude Tooth Pain
If your kids’ winter tooth pain comes on when you hit the slopes, you’ll need to keep them away from hot beverages as well as cold beverages. Extreme temperatures will only exacerbate the pain. Often the pain will ease once a more normal elevation is reached, so you might have to stay off the mountain for a while.\
Give us a call so we can set up an appointment to see your child. We’ll want to rule out the possibilities and isolate the problem so that we can get your kid back to being on the slopes pain-free with your family.
Why #2: Dental Trauma
Sledding, tubing, skiing, and snowboarding are all great ways to spend the winter weekends. However, these sports can also result in dental injuries such as a cracked or chipped tooth that will result in winter tooth pain.
To-Dos for Dental Trauma
If your child gets a chipped or cracked tooth in a sports accident, give us a call right away. Place the tooth fragment (if you can find it) in a container with milk until you can get in to see us. For more information read our in-depth post, “My Child Chipped a Tooth: What Should I Do?”
Why #3: Tooth Sensitivity
Tooth sensitivity to cold beverages and treats may be annoying or painful in the warm months, but it can be aggravated in the winter months when your teeth are exposed to cold air. Tooth sensitivity is often painful but, as is the often case with barodontalgia, it is typically a symptom of another issue: enamel erosion or root exposure.
The crown of your tooth is covered by a protective layer of enamel. The enamel is the pearly-white part that you see when you smile, and while it is a protector, it can be weakened and eroded. Causes of enamel erosion include:
teeth grinding
excessive teeth whitening
acid reflux disease
excessive acidic content in your diet
bulimia (stomach acid from frequent vomiting)
overzealous teeth brushing technique
What you may be surprised to learn is that the root of your tooth does not have enamel. Instead, it is covered by cementum which is softer than enamel and serves as connective tissue to keep the tooth rooted in your jaw. The root of your tooth simply does not have the same protection in place that the crown of your tooth and this is why an exposed root is painful. Causes of root exposure include:
aggressive teeth brushing
use of a hard bristle toothbrush
receding gums
gingivitis (gum disease)
dental trauma
dry mouth
To-Dos for Tooth Sensitivity
For tooth sensitivity, it’s important to get your kids in to see their pediatric dentist to identify the cause and begin the appropriate dental treatment. Some treatments are mild, while others may be more involved.
We may recommend a special desensitizing toothpaste to help with the pain while we determine the cause and appropriate treatment.
We may do fluoride treatments in the office or prescribe fluoride treatments at home. Fluoride treatments will help to strengthen the tooth’s enamel.
We may do a bonding. Bonding in this instance is when we apply our composite resin over an exposed root area.
We may recommend a root canal. We perform root canals in our office when necessary. They treat the pulp of the tooth and are one of the most successful treatments for addressing tooth sensitivity.
We may refer your child for a surgical gum graft. This procedure is done when the root is exposed because gum tissue has been lost in some way.
There are things that you as the parent can do in this situation as well. If your kids are 12 years or older, consider purchasing Sensodyne toothpaste (ADA approved) to help with the pain of sensitivity. Avoid extreme temperature beverages hot or cold, but also consider eliminating sodas and high sugar juices from their daily intake.
Next, take a look at your kid’s toothbrush. Is it a soft bristle brush? If not, replace it with a soft one. Take note of your child’s brushing technique, are they a hard or aggressive brusher? Proper teeth brushing technique should look like this:
Prevention of Reoccurrence of Tooth Sensitivity
Proper brushing technique, two times a day for two minutes. Regular cleaning of the teeth will help keep the enamel strong.
Use mouth guards for any sports activities, or if your child grinds their teeth at night. Read our in-depth post, “Why Your Kids Should Use a Mouth Guard“.
Eliminate or slide back to a moderate amount of carbonated drinks and citrus fruits in their diet.
Finish off a snack or a meal with a drink of water to rinse out any acids or citrus from your teeth.
We know that tooth sensitivity can be painful and frustrating for kids. Don’t wait to see if it simply goes away over time. Give us a call to schedule an appointment so that we can root out (pun intended) the cause of your child’s winter tooth pain and move forward with making it better!
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