Children’s Dental Blog & News
Do-Eats and Don’t-Eats for Kids to Promote Healthy Teeth
There are a million things to remember when you're a parent. Your kids' needs can occupy a ton of your headspace, and it's not uncommon for what they want to be out of alignment with what they need. Worrying about what they eat and drink is probably high on your...
Braces for Kids: What Do They Do and When Are They Needed
Reactions to braces vary from child to child. While some kids are excited about getting their braces on and see it as an "initiation" of sorts into teenage years, still others have a lot of anxiety about braces as they worry about how they will look or feel. One thing...
Teeth Whitening for Children: What You Need to Know
Imagine having dark coloration or stains on your front teeth. Now picture yourself as a young child going to school with this type of tooth discoloration. As you could imagine (or maybe you experienced this first hand in your childhood), there is a great deal of...
Pediatric Cold Sores: What are They and How are They Treated?
New experiences are an integral part of a child's growth and developmental phases. Your child will experience several "firsts" during their first years. A first tricycle. A first playdate. Another first that many children go through that is not so fun is their first...
Why is Fluoride Important to My Child’s Dental Health?
Your child's overall state of health can be affected by the condition of their gums and teeth. For this very reason, your child's pediatrician will talk to you about good dental habits for kids before their first tooth even erupts. It's also why it's so important to...
Should I Get My Child’s Baby Teeth Fixed?
As pediatric dental professionals, one of the most frequent questions we get is: "Why do we fix baby teeth if they are going to fall out anyway?" There are many different reasons why dentists fix baby teeth with cavities. In this blog post, we are going to review how...
Teeth Grinding in Children: What are the Effects of Bruxism?
As a parent, when your child is sleeping, the only noises you want to hear them make are the sounds of soft breaths, sweet dreams, and maybe an occasional sigh. The last thing you want to hear is the harsh sound of grinding and gnashing teeth, also called bruxism....
Pediatric Laser Treatment of Canker Sores and Mouth Ulcers
Canker sores hurt. Also known as mouth ulcers, these red or yellow craters can cause sharp, stabbing pain. The pain is like no other and plagues even the toughest kid when a canker sore decides to erupt. One of the most frustrating things about canker sores is that...
At What Age Should You Take Your Child to the Dentist?
Should you take your child to the dentist when their first tooth erupts? Or, do you wait until all of your child's baby teeth have come in? First birthday? Second birthday? Birth? Does anyone really know when the right time is to take your child to the dentist to...
Does My Child Need Laser Frenectomy for a Lip or Tongue Tie?
How do you know if your child needs a laser frenectomy for the treatment of a tongue or lip tie? At South Davis Pediatric Dentistry, every day, we have parents who come to us with questions about lip and tongue tie treatment. We've put together this detailed...
What is the Difference Between a Pediatric Dentist and a General Dentist
Do I need a pediatric dentist? What's the difference between a general dentist and pediatric dentist anyway? Parents come to our pediatric dentistry with these questions often. Many times, the thought of using a dentist specifically for children doesn't even cross...
What is a Tongue-Tie or Lip-Tie? How is it Treated?
Problems latching on. Painful nursing. Colic. Failure to thrive. Many of these problems can be caused by a tongue-tie or lip-tie in a baby. Check out the following video to learn more about the treatment of a tongue-tie or lip-tie at our pediatric dentistry. When it...
Thank You for more than 5 Years in Your Community
THANK YOU!! All of us at South Davis Pediatric Dentistry have had the opportunity to be a part of the amazing communities in Davis County for 5 YEARS now and cannot believe how quickly it has gone. When Dr. Jason had the opportunity to extend his practice from...
White or Silver? Picking the right filling for your child’s tooth
Cavities are a common problem during childhood. Yummy candy, late night snacking, and forgetting to brush are the ingredients to sugar bugs attacking and making holes in your child’s teeth. Since parents often ask us “Which type of filling is the best and safest...
Tooth Fairy 101: Everything you need to know to make losing teeth fun
Losing teeth can be a scary experience for your child. It marks the first movement from being a “little kid” to being a “big kid.” You can help make the experience less intimidating by introducing the tooth fairy. She can be a fun tradition for the whole family to...
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