Busting Myths About Children’s Pediatric Dentistry

There are lots of myths surrounding children’s oral health, and as a parent, you want to make sure you’re paying attention to the right information. Following are some common facts you may have heard that we’re busting. Cavities Can’t Form in Baby Teeth This is certainly a myth- tooth decay that occurs in baby teeth can very easily affect adult teeth. If tooth decay happens in baby teeth, they will need to be taken out, which easily affects mouth spacing. The open space in the mouth will need to be carefully maint...

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Braces Care This Holiday Season: Holiday Foods to Avoid

Although braces will leave you with a beautiful smile once they’re off, you do have to follow a little bit of a stricter regimen when they’re on. This involves avoiding certain foods that can break them or get stuck in them. When the holidays roll around, there may be extra temptations with all the celebrations and family dinners. So what foods should braces-wearers avoid this holiday season? Candy Canes Candy canes are a special treat around this time of year. However, they are very hard, and if you bite down on them...

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Will Thumb Sucking Affect Teeth?

If your child sucks their thumb, you’re most likely wondering if it can have an impact on their teeth. While thumb sucking is natural for young children, if they still do it consistently as they get older and grow teeth, it can begin to greatly impact their dental health. Roof of the Mouth Thumb sucking can greatly affect the palate, which is the roof of the mouth. The constant pressure from thumb sucking can cause great sensitivity and discomfort, and can also cause the roof of the mouth to curve more. This reduc...

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Overcoming Dental Anxiety in Children

It’s perfectly normal for children to be nervous about going to the dentist. They may be scared being around new people, if they’ll go through any unfamiliar dental procedures, or simply from negative experiences at past dental offices that don’t cater towards children. Whatever the reason may be, there are plenty of ways you can foster a positive attitude towards the dentist. It’s best to take these steps to prevent anxiety or fear from turning into a serious dental phobia. Bring Their Favorite Toy Perhaps the...

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What to Expect During a Root Canal Procedure

If you or your child are told that you’re in need of a root canal, you may be slightly nervous as you don’t know exactly what to expect. While it may sound scary, root canals have become rather painless and common procedures that can be completed with minimal discomfort. In fact, most patients describe that it feels the same as getting a routine filling. Root canals are needed if the pulp inside the tooth is decayed. During the procedure, the pulp is removed, and a crown may be placed over it. X-Rays and Anesthetic ...

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How to Select the Best Dentist for Kids

When it comes to the health and well-being of your child, you want nothing but the best for them. You take pride in promoting their health and development through a proper diet and care from a trusted physician. However, their teeth and gums also require the same dedication. In addition to home oral hygiene habits, they also need a children's dentistry near Irving to monitor the health and development of their teeth, gum, and overall mouth help. There are many options in the area, which can make it difficult to choos...

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How to Take Care of Your Invisalign

Invisaligns are amazing devices that can straighten out your teeth and help give you the smile you’ve always wanted. However, given that you might have each pair for a good chunk of time, it’s important to know how to take care of them and keep them clean since they’ll be spending quite a bit of time in your mouth. Clean Them Since Invisaligns have the perk of being removable, use that to your advantage! Make it your goal to clean them every morning and night when you brush your teeth. Get a soft-bristled toothbrush s...

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How to Know When it’s Time for Braces

If you are the parent of a growing teen or are an adult and have never had braces yourself, but are considering them, it’s sometimes hard to know if it’s a good time to receive braces. Here are some signs that it might be time to schedule an orthodontic consultation at our orthodontist office in Irving, Forth Worth, or Farmers Branch Texas. You Feel a Strong Overbite or Underbite This is one of the biggest clues that tell you it may be time for braces. When biting down all the way, your front teeth should not go f...

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